AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoFAA Certification: The FAA has certified the Boeing 737 MAX-7 after a nearly 10-year review, clearing the smallest MAX for sales and operations. Security Screening Probe: Malaysia is investigating how a pilot arrested in Indonesia for alleged drug smuggling passed KLIA security without baggage being flagged, with officials saying the scanner uses AI plus operator judgment. In-Flight Medical Diversion: SCAT says a passenger fell ill on its Medina–Almaty flight, prompting a diversion to Muscat for medical handover before the aircraft continued to Almaty. Emergency Operations: Southwest’s 737-800 made a safe landing at Chicago Midway after both nose-gear tires lost air pressure, causing a short delay while tires were replaced. Labor Update: WestJet reached a tentative deal with flight attendants to end a strike that cancelled hundreds of flights and stranded thousands, pending ratification. Network/Partnerships: Air India and Azerbaijan Airlines launched a codeshare linking Delhi/Mumbai with Baku. Fleet Growth (Vietnam): Vietnam’s registered commercial fleet rose to 251 aircraft, led by Vietjet and Vietnam Airlines. Wildfire Context: Europe’s hot, dry summer continues to drive major wildfire and drought impacts, affecting travel conditions.
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