DUBLIN, March 24, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — AerCap Holdings N.V. (“AerCap” or the “Company”) (NYSE: AER) today announced it has signed lease agreements with Ethiopian Airlines for two Boeing 777-300ERSF converted freighters. The aircraft, also known as “The Big Twin,” will be the first of its type to operate in Africa, with the deliveries scheduled for Q2 2028.

“We are delighted to deepen our long-standing partnership with Ethiopian Airlines – the first customer to operate this aircraft type in Africa – through this important transaction,” said Aengus Kelly, Chief Executive Officer of AerCap. “With 25% more capacity than today’s smaller twin-engine long-haul freighters, the 777-300ERSF delivers significant cost efficiencies and will position Ethiopian Airlines to further expand its growing cargo platform. We are proud to support Ethiopian Airlines and wish them continued success as they scale and strengthen their operations.”

Commenting on the lease agreements, Ethiopian Airlines Group CEO Mesfin Tasew said, “We are delighted to partner with AerCap to bring the first Boeing 777-300ERSF to Africa. These aircraft will significantly enhance our cargo capacity and efficiency, boosting trade in the region. As demand for air freight continues to grow, Ethiopian Airlines remains committed to investing in modern, sustainable solutions that cement our position in the global cargo market.”

About AerCap

AerCap is the global leader in aviation leasing with one of the most attractive order books in the industry. AerCap serves approximately 300 customers around the world with comprehensive fleet solutions. AerCap is listed on the New York Stock Exchange (AER) and is headquartered in Dublin with offices in Shannon, Memphis, Miami, Singapore, London, Dubai, Shanghai, Amsterdam and other locations around the world.

About Ethiopian Airlines Group

Ethiopian Airlines Group (Ethiopian) is a true African success story, transforming a visionary dream into a globally renowned reality for nearly eight decades. Operating flights to more than 160 domestic and international passenger, and cargo destinations across five continents, Ethiopian bridges the gaps between Africa and the world. Emphasizing passenger comfort and environmental sustainability, Ethiopian utilizes ultra-modern aircraft such as Boeing 737s, 777s, 787s, Airbus A350-900, A350-1000 and De Havilland Q400.

Ethiopian, the Star Alliance member airline, champions in various coveted awards including Skytrax’s ‘Best Airline in Africa Award’ for eight consecutive years, APEX ‘Best Overall in Africa’ award and ‘Leadership in Connecting Africa through Transport’ Award among others. Ethiopian aims to further excel in its success through a strategic plan dubbed ‘Vision 2035’ and become one of the top 20 most competitive and leading aviation groups in the world. Embracing a Pan-African spirit, Ethiopian is pursuing multi-hub strategy through hubs in Lomé, Togo with ASKY, in Lilongwe, Malawi with Malawi Airlines, in Lusaka, Zambia with Zambia Airways, and in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) with Air Congo.

For more information, visit our website at  www.ethiopianairlines.com.

“Coastliner” Airbus A321neo will fly between West Coast hubs in Los Angeles and San Francisco and Newark/New York starting later this summer – includes all-aisle access lie-flat United Polaris® business class seat and United Polaris lounge access, a first for United’s domestic travelers

Airbus A321XLR with United Polaris seats will replace Boeing 757s on existing routes to smaller cities in Europe and South America starting this summer

New CRJ450 connects smaller cities to Denver and Chicago hubs starting this fall – premium regional jet features spacious United First® cabin with a luggage closet instead of overhead bins

New 787-9 with the Elevated interior will fly internationally starting on April 22 – featuring new United Polaris Studio℠ suites and the most total premium seats in United’s fleet

Since 2021, United has added 22 Boeing 787 Dreamliners, 237 Boeing 737 MAX and 67 Airbus A321neos, completed 70% of its plan to retrofit its mainline narrow-body fleet, replaced more than 100 regional jets with larger aircraft; increased premium seats per North American departure by 40%, and hired more than 60,000 people

New fleet and product offerings reflect United’s focus on delivering a premium experience and offering something new for every customer

CHICAGO and LOS ANGELES, March 24, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — United Airlines today announced the next phase of its long-term plan to win brand loyal customers and further differentiate itself from competitors.

The airline expects to take delivery of more than 250 new aircraft by April 2028 – the most by any airline in a two-year period – to further modernize its fleet, add new aircraft variants, create a new experience for transcontinental travelers and introduce new onboard products for every customer, reinforcing United’s position as a leading premium airline.

• United is adding widebody experiences to its new, narrowbody aircraft: the new “Coastliner” Airbus A321 subfleet and A321XLR are United’s first narrowbodies with the Elevated interior and feature a new, all-aisle access lie-flat seat in United Polaris with a patented design that offers more elbow and shoulder room and lower suite walls that protect privacy while maintaining an open feel in the cabin. United has 100 of these new airplanes coming into its fleet, and they’ll replace 40 older, less efficient Boeing 757s.
  
  • The Coastliner will have a specially designed livery and fly exclusively between United’s west coast hubs in San Francisco and Los Angeles and Newark/New York and will introduce the United Polaris cabin experience to domestic travelers. For the first time, customers traveling in United Polaris on these routes can also get access to the United Polaris lounge.
    
  • United’s A321XLR gives travelers access to 32 premium seats – 16 more than the 757 it replaces – and will start flying later this year.
    
• The CRJ450 – a reimagined and redesigned version of the CRJ200 will be operated by SkyWest and will connect smaller cities to the airline’s Denver and Chicago hubs starting this fall. This will be one of United’s most premium regional jets, boasting a spacious United First cabin with a large luggage closet instead of overhead bins, creating an open, luxurious environment unlike any other commercial regional aircraft.
  
• United’s new 787-9 with the Elevated interior will fly internationally starting on April 22. These planes include the airline’s new United Polaris Studio: lie-flat, all-aisle-access seats that are 25% larger than standard United Polaris seats and include privacy doors*, an ottoman for companions on some seats, exclusive meal service with wine pairings and caviar, new amenity kits with retail-size offerings, wireless charging, Bluetooth connectivity and a huge 27-inch, 4K OLED seatback screen – the largest among U.S. carriers.

Today’s announcement expands on the successful and ambitious ‘United Next’ growth strategy announced in 2021. Since that time, United has added 22 Boeing 787 Dreamliners, 237 Boeing 737 MAX and 67 Airbus A321neos, completed 70% of its plan to retrofit its mainline, narrow-body fleet, replaced more than 100 regional jets with larger mainline aircraft; increased premium seats per North American departure by 40% and hired more than 60,000 people.

“For more than a decade, we’ve invested billions of dollars in our product, service, and technology as part of our plan to be the best brand loyal airline in the world, and the result is that more and more customers are choosing to fly us every day,” said United CEO Scott Kirby. “Today we accelerate our plans and elevate our offerings to the next level, creating an even more consistent, premium onboard experience for every customer and delivering value across every cabin of service.”

“These new planes and products not only complement our fleet and network plans, but they also give our customers more premium amenity and seat choices – whether they bought a basic economy ticket to fly from Chicago to Ft. Wayne or are flying Polaris between San Francisco and Singapore,” said United Executive Vice President and Chief Commercial Officer Andrew Nocella. “United is setting the pace and innovating for our customers at a scope and scale unheard of in aviation history – and we’re not taking our foot off the gas.”

New airplanes joining United’s fleet between now and April of 2028 include:

• 47 Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners with the Elevated interior
  • 33 will be configured with additional premium seats
• 40 Airbus A321neo Coastliners out of 50 total on order
• 28 Airbus A321XLR out of 50 total on order
• 119 Boeing 737 MAX
• 18 Airbus A321neos

A Widebody Experience on a Narrowbody Jet

The new A321neo Coastliner and A321XLR feature a custom-designed, all-aisle access lie-flat seat in United Polaris that brings the same feeling of spaciousness and comfort that customers enjoy on widebody airplanes to these new narrowbody jets. This new suite is wider at the shoulder and elbow than similar competitor products and has semi-translucent suite dividers that create an open feeling in the cabin while still maintaining passenger privacy. The patented design is the result of more than five years of research and development – including two rounds of customer sleep trials – to ensure it has ample space for customers to relax comfortably, an intuitive layout and easy-to-access features.

The addition of the A321neo Coastliner and A321XLR – combined with airline’s existing fleet – means United will soon offer nearly double the number of lie-flat seats than its next closest competitor.

“Coastliner” Airbus A321neo

The Airbus A321neo Coastliner was custom designed to give transcontinental customers an even better experience – the interior of the plane is all-new from nose-to-tail, with 20 new, all-aisle access lie-flat seats in United Polaris, 12 United Premium Plus® seats – a first for narrowbody domestic flights – and 129 United Economy® seats. United removed three seats from the standard configuration of this plane to make room for a snack bar in the rear of the plane, so customers traveling in Economy can grab their favorite snack or non-alcoholic beverage anytime during their flight.

United Polaris customers traveling on the Coastliner will receive the similar amenities enjoyed by customers on international flights, including Saks Fifth Avenue bedding, Perricone MD skincare in the amenity kits, and premium headphones with Meridian technology. And – for the first time – customers flying in United Polaris on this aircraft can get access to the United Polaris lounge.

The Coastliner will be easy to spot in the sky thanks to a new livery that pays homage to the coastal destinations it serves. Distinctive bands in bright shades of blue wrap around the back third of the airplane, and United’s name is painted proudly on the aircraft belly for those lucky enough to spot it from below – particularly from the iconic plane spotting locations near Los Angeles International Airport.

The routes the Coastliner will fly are some of United’s busiest – on average, more than 10,000 passengers fly between the airline’s West Coast hubs in San Francisco and Los Angeles and Newark/New York every day – and connect from there to the airline’s leading global route network, with Hong Kong, Melbourne, Shanghai, Sydney and Taipei being the most popular onward destinations. United serves 17 destinations across the Pacific from its west coast hubs and 42 destinations across the Atlantic from Newark/New York – more than any other U.S. airline. The first of United’s 50 planned Coastliners will start flying this summer, and the airline expects 40 of them to be flying by early 2028.

Airbus A321XLR

The Airbus A321XLR was also designed from the ground up to be the airline’s most premium narrowbody airplane, capable of providing a new level of comfort and style for those traveling on international short-to medium-haul routes. This airplane has 32 premium seats – 16 more than the 757s it replaces – including a new all-aisle access lie-flat United Polaris suite with a privacy door. Every seat has a large, 4K OLED screen with Bluetooth connectivity, ranging in size from 19 inches in Polaris, 16 inches in United Premium Plus and 13 inches in United Economy and everyone has access to larger overhead bins with room for rollaboard bags. Just like the Coastliner, the A321XLR features a snack bar in the rear of the Economy cabin.

The A321XLR will replace United’s Boeing 757 fleet on some existing international routes starting this summer, and in the future, will open new destinations for the airline in Europe and South America. United will launch this new plane with a special “Born to Explore” decal, in celebration of the new flying this airplane makes possible. 50 A321XLRs are expected to join United’s fleet and more than half of them are expected to be in service by 2028.

CRJ450

The 41-seat CRJ450 is a first-of-its kind regional aircraft designed to evoke a feeling of a private jet experience for travelers in the United First cabin. In a first for a U.S. commercial airline, the overhead bins in United First have been removed in favor of a large luggage closet, creating a spacious, airy environment. The Economy cabin features overhead bins large enough to fit rollaboard bags – uncommon on regional jets of this size – and all new trim and finish that’s consistent with United’s larger aircraft. Every passenger onboard can enjoy free Starlink Wi-Fi if they’re a member of MileagePlus, keeping them connected to work and entertainment just like they are at home.

The CRJ450 joins the popular CRJ550 – an airplane that marked the start of United’s reimagining of its regional fleet when it launched in 2019. The CRJ550 has among the highest customer satisfaction scores of any regional aircraft. By 2028, United expects to have more than 50 CRJ450s and nearly 120 CRJ550s in service, giving travelers a stylish, premium option to connect primarily from smaller cities to United’s hubs and global network.  

Boeing 787-9 Elevated

In less than a year from when it was first announced, United has taken delivery of its first three Boeing 787-9 aircraft with the all-new Elevated interior – a nose-to-tail transformation across every cabin. With 99 premium seats, this aircraft is United’s most premium international aircraft yet and marks the debut of United Polaris Studio – a new seat that’s 25% larger than the standard United Polaris seat and includes privacy doors, an extra ottoman for companions, exclusive meal service with wine pairings and caviar, new amenity kits with retail-size offerings, wireless charging, Bluetooth connectivity, and a huge 27-inch, 4K OLED seatback screen, the largest among U.S. carriers. Every seat on this airplane has gotten an upgrade – from the new suites in United Polaris with sliding doors and a 19-inch, 4K OLED screen, to freshly designed seats in United Premium Plus and United Economy with 16-inch and 13-inch 4K OLED screens respectively.

The inaugural international flight for the 787-9 with the Elevated interior is set for April 22 from San Francisco to Singapore, and a few lucky customers might catch it on select domestic routes between San Francisco and Houston over the next few weeks while it prepares for international service. United plans to have 33 787-9 airplanes with the Elevated interior flying by 2028.

New Amenities for Every Traveler

United is making investments for all its customers like:

• Starlink Wi-Fi – free for MileagePlus members – bringing an at-home internet experience to the sky and expected to be onboard all United dual-cabin planes by the end of 2027.
• A softer, more stylish blanket for economy travelers on longer routes.
• New, higher quality earbuds with improved audio for economy travelers.
• A continued investment in food and wine across every cabin, including a new partnership with Chef’s Table that will bring new menu options designed by some of the world’s leading chefs onboard this summer.
• Screens at every seat – within two years United expects to have more than 227,000 screens on more than 1,200 aircraft.
• An industry-leading library of in-flight entertainment content, featuring award winning movies, such as Sinners and One Battle After Another from Warner Bros. Pictures, and premium content from Apple TV, HBO Max, A24 and Spotify.
• Bins large enough to fit everyone’s rollaboard bag – now on board nearly 570 United planes
• An award-winning app that updates regularly with new features like turn-by-turn wayfinding for connecting customers, a virtual gate that alerts you when it’s time to board, real-time weather updates, bag tracking with Apple AirTag integration, real-time United Club capacity information and more.

For more information about how United is creating an industry-leading, premium experience for its customers visit United.com/Elevated.

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HALIFAX, NS, March 24, 2026 /CNW/ – WestJet and Scandinavian Airlines System (SAS) have expanded their codeshare partnership for the second time in three months, providing guests on both sides of the Atlantic with more seamless travel options to explore all of Scandinavia and Canada this summer.

WestJet guests can book travel to Sweden, Norway, Denmark and Finland via the airline’s non-stop service between Halifax and Copenhagen with the convenience of a single ticket, baggage transfers and the ability to earn WestJet Rewards throughout. The addition is particularly exciting for guests based in Atlantic Canada, that will now have single-stop connections to:

• Stockholm, Sweden
• Goteborg, Sweden
• Oslo, Norway
• Bergen, Norway
• Stavanger, Norway
• Trondheim, Norway
• Aalborg, Denmark
• Helsinki, Finland

“This partnership enhancement strengthens WestJet and SAS’ joint effort to strategically connect our networks and make travel planning easy for our shared guests,” said John Weatherill, WestJet Group Executive Vice President and Chief Commercial Officer. “Whether they are travelling for business or leisure, adding new codeshare connections with our five-star APEX awarded partner, SAS, via our all-new service between Halifax and Copenhagen provides even more choice for Europeans and Canadians alike.”

SAS codeshare boost opens new tourism doors in Atlantic Canada

SAS has also placed its SK code on WestJet’s seasonal nonstop service between Halifax and Copenhagen, allowing guests across Scandinavia and throughout SAS’ comprehensive network to seamlessly connect to Halifax and Atlantic Canada. This means East Coast Canadians can welcome even more guests from across Europe throughout the busy summer travel season, strengthening tourism, supporting local businesses and making it easier for friends and family to connect seaside.

WestJet’s service between Copenhagen and Halifax operates four days per week during the summer months and complements WestJet’s ongoing codeshare connections to Scandinavia. The airline currently offers codeshare access beyond WestJet’s transatlantic flights between Calgary and Paris, and Calgary and London, as previously announced late last year.

New codeshare bookings are now available through travel agents, WestJet.com or the WestJet app.

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This dedicated row of three seats in United Economy® can transform into a lie-flat mattress-like space after takeoff, ideal for families with small children, couples and solo travelers who want more space

Customers will get a custom-fitted mattress pad, specially sized blankets, extra pillows and a stuffed plush for children to help create a cozy, tranquil environment

Launches in 2027 and will be available on more than 200 Boeing 787 and Boeing 777 widebody aircraft by 2030, offering up to 12 United Relax Row sections per plane

United is the first North American airline with this kind of seating option and holds North American exclusivity on the design

CHICAGO and LOS ANGELES, March 24, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — United Airlines today announced the United Relax Row^SM: a set of United Economy seats that can transform into a couch, creating a more comfortable option for customers traveling in the United Economy cabin on long-haul flights. United is the first North American airline to offer this kind of seating option and holds North American exclusivity on the design.

This new, dedicated row of three seats is outfitted with individually adjustable leg rests that fold up at a 90-degree angle to create a more room to sleep, stretch out or watch a movie. The United Relax Row is ideal for families traveling with small children, solo travelers and couples who want the value of United Economy but with a little extra comfort. Customers traveling in United Relax Row will receive additional amenities for their flight including a custom-fitted mattress pad, a specially sized plush blanket, two additional pillows, as well as a plush toy and Children’s Travel Kit for families.

The United Relax Row is expected to launch in 2027, and the airline plans to offer it on more than 200 Boeing 787 and 777 widebody aircraft by 2030. The seats will be located between United Economy and United Premium Plus® and United will offer up to 12 United Relax Row sections on each plane.

“As a leading premium airline, we’re committed to delivering new, industry-leading experiences for all of our customers – and the United Relax Row is the perfect example of that. Customers traveling in United Economy on long-haul flights deserve an option for more space and comfort, and this is one way we can deliver that for them,” said Andrew Nocella, United’s Executive Vice President and Chief Commercial Officer. “United is the only North American airline offering a product like the United Relax Row and is one of the many reasons why we’re continuing to win brand loyal customers.”

The United Relax Row is just the latest way United is making travel easier for families:

• Free family seating: United is the first and only airline to offer a dynamic seat map that allows children under 12 to be seated next to an adult in their party for free at time of booking. And if needed, United will automatically move families to preferred seats to keep them seat together.
• Kids’ meals onboard: Children can enjoy breakfast and lunch/dinner menus on select United flights where complimentary meals are served. Parents can pre-order their children’s meal selections, like french toast, chicken fingers and grilled cheese, in the United app or United.com.
• Family-friendly inflight entertainment: United has a curated section of inflight entertainment just for families, including favorites like Bluey, Paw Patrol, Zootopia 2, Paddington in Peru and more.
• Children’s Travel Kit: Created in collaboration with Sesame Street, United’s Children Travel Kit offers interactive activities to make the travel experience fun for kids and stress-free for parents, including an Oscar the Grouch activity book, slide puzzle and sensory calming strip.

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Commercially operational and deploying to Embry-Riddle Aeronautical
University, other leading pilot training institutions this year

Backed by $6M from United Airlines Ventures, BVVC, New Vista Capital, Raptor
Group, I2BF with additional backing from Department of War to adapt platform for U.S. Air Force

SAN FRANCISCO, March 25, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Navi AI, the first purpose-built generative AI platform commercially operational in pilot training, today emerged from stealth with $6 million in total funding from United Airlines Ventures, BVVC, New Vista Capital, Raptor Group, I2BF and the U.S. Department of War to accelerate pilot training and improve aviation safety. The company’s AI platform has been trained on more than 100,000 real flight hours and is deploying to Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University and other leading flight academies this spring. The U.S. Department of War is also funding Navi to adapt the company’s technology for the U.S. Air Force.

Founded in 2024, Navi turns every aircraft into a data source, connecting telemetry and cockpit audio with the full ecosystem of pilot data – training materials, weather, aircraft history and traffic – to produce a detailed, moment-by-moment debrief of each flight. What once required days of manual analysis and was reserved for accident or incident investigations now happens automatically after every flight, giving trainee pilots, flight instructors and flight schools a continuous picture of performance and safety.

“Aviation safety has improved dramatically over the decades, but has for the most part been reactive: We wait for things to go wrong to look at the data and understand why,” said Nikola Kostic, co-founder and CEO, Navi AI. “With Navi AI, every maneuver, every callout, every training flight becomes data that teaches how to make the next one safer and more efficient. Navi AI’s living network of insights is shifting in how aviation learns – starting with flight training.”

Navi is not a simulator and its AI does not control aircraft or make flight decisions. Flight instructors remain central to every training decision; Navi equips them with data to improve human decision-making in the cockpit.

How Navi AI Works
During a flight, Navi ingests cockpit audio, aircraft data and environmental and operational sources to generate actionable insights for trainee pilots, flight instructors and flight academies. The company’s domain-specific large language model analyzes intent, behavior and performance – and aligns its outputs with the respective flight school’s training syllabus for the lesson or maneuver being taught.

For trainee pilots and flight instructors, Navi delivers clarity and consistency through structured flight debriefs that capture patterns, risks and learning moments often missed in manual debriefing. The interactive reports convey 40–50 key insights through text, visuals and animations, offering an unprecedented phase-by-phase breakdown of every training flight from engine start to shutdown. Trainee pilots can also engage with a context-aware AI assistant – grounded in standard operating procedures, FAA regulations and flight-specific data – to ask questions, pinpoint relevant citations and surface tutorials tied to their own performance.

At the flight academy level, Navi goes beyond traditional FOQA, combining flight data analysis with flight instructor interactions, environmental data and procedural context to deliver a depth of operational insight that does not currently exist in aviation. Every maneuver, every instructor correction and every deviation across every flight is captured and analyzed, giving institutions real-time visibility into trainee progression, program-wide trend analysis and early detection of emerging safety patterns before they become incidents.

“Aviation intelligence is the single hardest engineering challenge. Every action in the cockpit involves airframe state, spatial positioning, air traffic, cockpit communication, air traffic control and weather – all happening simultaneously,” said Vivek Velivela, co-founder and CTO, Navi AI. “Navi AI is the first company to design a device that captures those signals and build a model to cross-reference them against operating procedures and each pilot’s flying history. We have engineered and deployed a platform that personalizes learning at the individual level and captures a network of data to make every flight training program safer and more efficient over time.”

Navi AI Deployment
Navi’s technology is already in use or undergoing evaluation across leading flight schools, including Sling Pilot Academy, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, University of North Dakota, Purdue University, Utah State University, Delta State University and the U.S. Air Force Test Pilot School at Edwards Air Force Base. These collaborations span both commercial deployments and structured trials and are focused on improving training efficiency, standardization and flight safety through data-driven insights. Navi has also established a technology partnership with Garmin, integrating directly with the company’s avionics ecosystem.

Navi launched its first commercial deployment in September 2024 with Sling Pilot Academy, one of the fastest-growing Part 141 flight schools in the United States. Since beginning work with Sling, Navi’s platform has been integrated into the school’s day-to-day training operations, supporting trainee pilots and flight instructors from ground school through post-flight review. Navi has logged more than 55,000 flight hours annually at Sling.

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, the world’s largest and most prestigious aerospace university, is a strategic partner and equity stakeholder in Navi. Under the leadership of Kenneth Byrnes and Andrew Schneider, Embry-Riddle has partnered with Navi since the company’s founding, providing deep institutional expertise in flight training pedagogy and curriculum design to help shape the platform and establish the standard for how AI-powered debriefing is integrated into structured flight training programs.

“Navi AI is like a brain that knows which library to go to; it doesn’t just pull information from anywhere,” said Andrew Schneider, aviation professor, Embry-Riddle Daytona Beach. “In flight training, we don’t deal in approximation; we deal in precision. ‘Good enough’ isn’t good enough when you’re teaching stall recovery or crosswind technique. Navi AI triangulates from multiple data sources, avionics, audio and ADS-B. That’s never been possible at this scale before.”

The U.S. Department of War granted Navi a $1.27-million SBIR Phase II contract to adapt its platform for use at the U.S. Air Force Test Pilot School (TPS) at Edwards Air Force Base, the elite institution that has produced more astronauts, test pilots and aerospace leaders than any program in history. Working alongside TPS, Navi is tailoring its AI-driven debriefing and flight analysis capabilities for the school’s T-38 fleet, an environment where precision, adaptability and rapid learning are not aspirations; they are requirements.

Navi’s near-term focus is pilot training – equipping every training aircraft in the United States with its platform. Beyond training, the company plans to bring its AI to commercial aviation, applying the same real-time analysis and performance intelligence to airline operations, where the scale of data and the stakes of safety are exponentially greater.

Navi AI Funding and Employment
Navi has raised more than $6 million to date. This includes $1.5-million pre-seed in April 2024, $3.35-million seed in March 2026 backed by United Airlines Ventures, BVVC, New Vista Capital, Raptor Group, I2BF and other strategic investors, and a $1.27-million SBIR grant from the U.S. Department of War.

“Navi AI represents a significant opportunity in the rapidly growing flight training technology sector, and it aligns with our fund strategy of investing in aviation technologies with broad market potential and strong teams,” said Mukul Hariharan, managing partner, United Airlines Ventures and a former airline pilot and flight instructor. “We believe Navi AI’s platform will enhance learning retention and situational awareness, further enabling the training of the next generation of airline and military pilots.”

Navi currently employs seven people in its San Francisco headquarters and plans to hire an additional 15 in 2026 for its core operations and engineering functions. Click here to explore current openings.

HALIFAX, NS, March 23, 2026 /CNW/ – Chorus Aviation Inc. (TSX: CHR) (“Chorus“) confirms that it has been advised of an accident involving flight AC8646 operated by a CRJ900 aircraft by its subsidiary, Jazz Aviation LP (“Jazz“), operating as Air Canada Express. The accident occurred at LaGuardia (LGA) at approximately at approximately 11:47PM local time on March 22, 2026. The flight was en route to LGA from Montréal (YUL) and collided with a fire truck on the runway upon landing at New York LaGuardia (LGA).

Officials with the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey confirmed that the pilot and the first officer were killed in this accident. Jazz is working to support family members and employees at this difficult time. Our thoughts are with the families and loved ones affected.

“The entire Chorus family is mourning the loss of our Jazz colleagues,” said Colin Copp, President and Chief Executive Officer, Chorus. “Chorus is standing firmly behind the Jazz team, ensuring they have every support necessary as they look after those affected by this tragedy.”

Jazz is fully cooperating with the investigating authorities involved in the investigation. Jazz is continuing to operate its regularly scheduled flights in the ordinary course.  

For additional operational details, please refer to Jazz’s statement issued earlier. Further updates will be provided as information becomes available and appropriate.

February 2026 Sales Total Aided by Year-Over-Year Passenger Trip Increase

ARLINGTON, Va., March 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Today, Airlines Reporting Corp. (ARC) released data showing U.S.-based travel agency air ticket sales totaled $9.6 billion in February 2026 — an 11% increase from February 2025.* Total passenger trips settled by ARC increased 8% year over year, reaching 25.9 million in February 2026.

In February 2026, leisure-focused and online travel agencies recorded year-over-year passenger trip growth of 6% and 3%, respectively, while corporate agency sales were flat.

Results for February 2026 showed:

ARC Ticketing Metric	Total	Month-Over-Month Variance	Year-Over-Year Variance
Total Sales	$9.6 billion	-4 %	+11 %
Total Passenger Trips	25.9 million	-8 %	+8 %
U.S. Domestic Trips	16 million	-6 %	+9 %
International Trips	9.9 million	-11 %	+7 %
Average Ticket Price	$601	+3 %	+7 %
Average Economy Class Ticket Price**	$539	+4 %	+7 %
Average Premium Class Ticket Price***	$1,423	+1 %	+7 %

“After a record-setting January, air travel demand remained strong in February, reflecting travelers’ resilience as they braved winter weather disruptions and volatility for some international destinations,” said Steve Solomon, chief commercial officer at ARC. “In an encouraging sign for U.S. travel agencies, each ARC agency segment was either at or above year-over-year passenger trip levels for the first time since September 2025.”

NDC transactions accounted for 21% of the total ARC-settled transactions in February 2026 — up from 19.1% in February 2025. In February 2026, 1,189 travel agencies reported NDC transactions.

More detailed information is available on ARC’s sales statistics page.

About ARC:
ARC’s platform is the intelligence behind air travel, connecting the industry and powering commercial decisions for airlines and their partners. Our trusted services fuel airline retailing, with ARC processing over $100 billion in U.S.-based agency air sales annually. ARC leads industry collaboration between airlines, agencies, corporate buyers and other partners to enable a thriving industry ecosystem. For more information, visit arccorp.com.

Contact:
ARC Media Team
media@arccorp.com

Notes:

*Ticket Sales    

• Results are based on monthly sales data ending February 28, 2026, from 9,943 U.S. retail and corporate travel agency locations and online travel agencies. Results do not include sales of tickets purchased directly from airlines.
• The average ticket price (USD) is for a round-trip ticket settled through ARC for an itinerary that included only U.S. domestic travel.
• Passenger trips include the total number of passengers traveling from one airport to another using direct or connecting flights. Newly issued trips are added, and refunded trips are deducted to provide a net view of traveling passengers.
• U.S. domestic passenger trips include the total number settled through ARC where the itinerary is wholly within the U.S. International passenger trips include the total number settled through ARC where some or all the travel occurs to airports outside the U.S. or originates outside the U.S.
• Total sales are equal to the total amount paid for a ticket, which includes taxes and fees.

**Average Economy Class Ticket Price

• Economy Class is defined as tickets for U.S. domestic travel purchased in February 2026 under fare codes excluding First Class, Business Class and Business Class Premium.

***Average Premium Class Ticket Price

• Premium Class is defined as tickets for U.S. domestic travel purchased in February 2026 under fare codes assigned to First Class, Business Class and Business Class Premium.

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SMYRNA, Tenn., March 17, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Contour Airlines is excited to announce the launch of new nonstop air service between Page Municipal Airport (PGA) and Harry Reid International Airport (LAS), providing the community of Page, Arizona with a convenient connection to one of the nation’s most dynamic travel hubs. Service will begin on July 2, 2026, operating four times weekly on Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday.

The new route will make it easier than ever for residents and visitors to access the world-class entertainment, dining, and business opportunities of Las Vegas, Nevada while also opening the door for more travelers to explore northern Arizona’s iconic outdoor destinations, including Lake Powell, Horseshoe Bend, and Antelope Canyon.

For the Page community, the new flights represent expanded connectivity, improved access to healthcare and business travel, and a more convenient gateway to national and international destinations via Las Vegas. At the same time, the service provides Las Vegas travelers with direct access to one of the Southwest’s most breathtaking outdoor recreation regions.

Contour Airlines will operate the new routes using its 30-seat regional jet, providing passengers with a comfortable and reliable travel experience. Each flight offers extra legroom along with complimentary snacks and beverages.

“Launching service between Page and Las Vegas is an exciting step for Contour Airlines and the communities we serve,” said Ben Munson, President of Contour Airlines. “This new route makes it easier for travelers to experience Page’s incredible outdoor destinations while giving residents convenient access to the connectivity and amenities of Las Vegas. We’re proud to partner with the community and look forward to welcoming passengers onboard.”

Flight Schedule:

Route	Departure Time	Arrival Time	Frequency
PGA → LAS	9:55 AM	11:00 AM	Mondays, Thursdays, Fridays, & Sundays
LAS → PGA	12:15 PM	1:20 PM	Mondays, Thursdays, Fridays, & Sundays

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DUBLIN, March 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — AerCap Holdings N.V. (“AerCap” or the “Company”) (NYSE: AER) today announced that it has reached an agreement with Airbus for the purchase of 100 new A320neo Family aircraft, including the exercise of previously agreed firm options. Deliveries are scheduled to begin in 2028 and continue through 2034.

In connection with this transaction, AerCap will also enter into long-term lease agreements with CFM International (“CFM”) for 48 LEAP-1A engines through its Shannon Engine Support (“SES”) joint venture with Safran Aircraft Engines, with deliveries beginning in the second quarter of 2026. SES is the leading provider of LEAP spare engines for CFM.

“By working closely with three of our long-standing partners – Frontier Airlines, CFM and Airbus – today’s transaction will drive long-term growth for AerCap through a portfolio of highly desirable, in-demand aircraft, while enabling Frontier to optimize its fleet. This agreement also supports both Airbus and CFM in meeting their market-leading production and in-service commitments.” said Aengus Kelly, CEO of AerCap.

“In addition, we are pleased to announce the exercise of 45 of our existing options with Airbus, along with the addition of a further 55 A320neo Family aircraft to our orderbook,” Mr. Kelly concluded.

“This order is the largest single direct order for the type ever placed by AerCap with Airbus, and is a powerful endorsement of the A320neo Family’s enduring value and market-leading performance,” said Benoît de Saint-Exupéry, Airbus EVP Sales of the Commercial Aircraft business. “We are extremely grateful and proud to support AerCap’s vision in accelerating the global transition towards newer, modern aircraft and more efficient operations.”

About AerCap

AerCap is the global leader in aviation leasing with one of the most attractive order books in the industry. AerCap serves approximately 300 customers around the world with comprehensive fleet solutions. AerCap is listed on the New York Stock Exchange (AER) and is headquartered in Dublin with offices in Shannon, Memphis, Miami, Singapore, London, Dubai, Shanghai, Amsterdam and other locations around the world.

Forward-Looking Statements

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As a result, we cannot assure you that the forward-looking statements included in this press release will prove to be accurate or correct. These and other important factors and risks are discussed in AerCap’s annual report on Form 20-F and other filings with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission. In light of these risks, uncertainties and assumptions, the future performance or events described in the forward-looking statements in this press release might not occur. Accordingly, you should not rely upon forward-looking statements as a prediction of actual results and we do not assume any responsibility for the accuracy or completeness of any of these forward-looking statements. Except as required by applicable law, we do not undertake any obligation to, and will not, update any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.

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Travelers can book seats later today on the airline’s most premium aircraft yet, the Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner with Elevated interior featuring the first United Polaris Studio℠ suites, roomier seats, larger seatback screens and Bluetooth connectivity at every seat in every cabin

The inaugural international flight, UA1, is scheduled for April 22 from San Francisco to Singapore; tickets will be for sale later today on United.com and the United app

CHICAGO, March 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Starting today, travelers can book seats on United’s most premium international aircraft yet – the 787-9 Dreamliner with the United Elevated interior. Unveiled last May, this new aircraft has been redesigned from nose-to-tail with 99 total premium seats – the highest of percentage among U.S. carriers – and marks the introduction of the airline’s new United Polaris Studio℠ suites: eight, lie-flat, all-aisle-access seats that are 25% larger than standard United Polaris® seats with privacy doors*, an extra ottoman seat, exclusive entrée options, an Ossetra caviar amuse-bouche service, new amenity kits with elevated skincare offerings, wireless charging, Bluetooth connectivity, and a huge 27-inch, 4K OLED seatback screen – the largest among U.S. carriers.

The aircraft will take its inaugural international flight for customers from San Francisco to Singapore, UA1, on April 22. It will launch its second international route from San Francisco to London, UA901, later next month on April 30. Over the next few weeks, customers may see the plane flying on select domestic routes between San Francisco and Houston as the plane prepares for international service.

“The new era of premium air travel is coming soon with our first Elevated aircraft taking flight next month. Our new aircraft redefines international long-haul flying, providing travelers upgraded amenities and experiences in every cabin,” said Andrew Nocella, EVP and Chief Commercial Officer at United. “We’re constantly pioneering new ways to differentiate our customers’ experience in every seat, and we’re confident they will love it.”

An Elevated Experience at Every Seat

Whether flying up in United Polaris or in United Economy®, customers will notice thoughtful upgrades designed to make long-haul travel better, including:

Eight new United Polaris Studio suites

• United’s most spacious business class seats
• Fully lie-flat seats
• Ottoman with a seatbelt for companions in six of the eight seats
• Massive 27-inch 4K OLED seatback screen – the largest of any U.S. airline – with Bluetooth connectivity
• Saks Fifth Avenue bedding, including duvet, day blanket, large pillow and cooling gel pillow
• Exclusive hoodie-pajamas and slippers
• New noise-cancelling headphones powered by Meridian technology
• Amenity kits featuring clinically formulated Perricone MD Cold Plasma Plus+ elevated skincare products
• United-branded playing cards – perfect for passing time with someone in the ottoman seat

56 United Polaris® seats

• Fully lie-flat seats
• Choice in seats that face the window or center of the aircraft for individuals or joint travelers
• 19-inch 4K OLED touchscreens with Bluetooth connectivity
• United Polaris snack bar

35 United Premium Plus® seats

• Roomier seats with added privacy dividers and built-in reading light, a first for United Premium Plus
• 16-inch 4K OLED touchscreens with Bluetooth connectivity
• Wireless charging
• Upgraded dining and amenities

39 Economy Plus® and 84 Economy seats

• 13-inch 4K OLED seatback screens with Bluetooth connectivity at every seat
• 6 power outlets per row
• Larger overhead bins

To celebrate the inaugural flight, United will hold a gate event in San Francisco before the first international departure for customers. United will also be hosting tours of the aircraft for media next week ahead of the first commercial flight.

United plans to have at least 30 787-9’s with the Elevated interior flying around the globe by the end of 2027.

Customers can view the seat map and purchase tickets at united.com and on the United app later today.

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