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NiMet Strike Disrupts Nigerian Airports, Underscoring Crucial Role of Weather Forecasts

Nigeria's NiMet strike caused flight disruptions at major airports due to unpaid wages, highlighting the crucial role of meteorological agencies in aviation safety and efficiency; the strike lasted two weeks before being resolved.

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Clean Water and Sanitation
thetimes.com
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Virgin Atlantic Expands to Saudi Arabia Amidst Economic and Social Transformation

Virgin Atlantic launched daily flights from London Heathrow to Riyadh, partnering with Saudia and the soon-to-launch Riyadh Air, to capitalize on Saudi Arabia's booming tourism sector and ambitious economic diversification plans, despite past controversies.

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Sustainable Cities and Communities
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Boeing Stock Drops Amidst Trump's Trade War Impact

Two Boeing 737 Max planes destined for Chinese airlines were returned to the US due to President Trump's tariffs, causing a 3% drop in Boeing's share price and highlighting the vulnerability of US manufacturing to trade wars; analysts predict significant, albeit uncertain, financial impacts for Boei...

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usa.chinadaily.com.cn
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Malaysia Targets 7 Million Chinese Tourists Annually by 2026

Malaysia plans to attract 7 million Chinese tourists annually by 2026, capitalizing on a visa-free policy that resulted in 4 million Chinese tourist arrivals in its first year, a 190 percent increase, with an average spending of 5,000-6,000 yuan ($685-$820) per trip.

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China's AG600 Amphibious Aircraft Receives Type Certificate

China's independently developed AG600 large amphibious firefighting aircraft obtained its type certificate from the CAAC on Sunday, marking a milestone in the country's large special-purpose aircraft sector and filling a gap in large amphibious aircraft; the aircraft, developed over 15 years with na...

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Clean Water and Sanitation
elmundo.es
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Argentina's First Transgender Airline Commander Aims for Presidency

Traniela Campolieto, a 50-year-old Aerolíneas Argentinas Airbus A330-200 commander, is the first openly transgender commercial pilot in Latin America, openly supporting Javier Milei and expressing her desire to run for president of Argentina.

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Gender Equality
dw.com
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China's Tariff Dispute Forces Boeing to Return Aircraft

Due to retaliatory tariffs imposed by China on US imports, Chinese customers are refusing delivery of Boeing aircraft; three 737 MAX 8 planes have been returned to the US, impacting approximately 10% of Boeing's commercial aircraft orders, and forcing the company to re-market the planes.

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Riyadh Air Unveils Luxurious Business Class, Underscoring Saudi Arabia's Tourism Ambitions

Riyadh Air unveiled its luxurious business-class cabin design at Jeddah's Yacht Club on April 19th, featuring lie-flat seats and privacy panels, showcasing Saudi Arabia's push to become a luxury travel destination and aiming to compete with Emirates and Qatar Airways by the end of 2024.

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China Halts Boeing Jet Deliveries Amidst Trade War and Quality Concerns

China halted Boeing jet deliveries to its airlines due to US tariffs, impacting about 130 planes (potentially 160 including Hong Kong) worth nearly US\$130 million each, exacerbating Boeing's existing quality-control issues and jeopardizing its position in the crucial Chinese market.

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Decent Work and Economic Growth
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China's AG600 Amphibious Aircraft Receives Type Certificate

China's AG600 seaplane, the world's largest amphibious aircraft, received its type certificate on Sunday, after completing 2,167 test flights totaling 4,931 hours, enabling its market entry and anticipated delivery of six units to two buyers beginning in August; it can rescue 50 people, carry 12 ton...

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Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
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EU Rejects Russian Plea to Reopen Airspace Amid Safety Concerns

Russia is lobbying to lift US sanctions on its airlines as part of a Ukraine ceasefire deal, but the EU refuses due to safety concerns over the maintenance and legality of Russian aircraft and air traffic control systems since the 2022 invasion.

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Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
welt.de
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Trump Tariffs Threaten Global Aviation

US President Trump's tariff policies negatively impact international air travel; passenger numbers are declining in the US, and supply chains for aircraft manufacturing are threatened by potential future tariffs between the US and Europe, impacting global competitiveness.

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Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure

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