BREAKING: Air India Flight AI171, a Boeing 787 Dreamliner en route to London Gatwick, crashed shortly after takeoff from Ahmedabad on Thursday. The aircraft had 242 people on board, including 169 Indians, 53 Brits, 7 Portuguese & 1 Canadian.

The jet reportedly hit the airport’s periphery wall and burst into flames near the Meghaninagar–Dharpur area. Several fatalities feared. Airport operations are suspended until further notice.

Rescue ops ongoing.
More updates to follow.

A dark day in the history of commercial aviation.

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WestJet Cargo is expanding its network, a move that follows the successful integration of Sunwing Airlines into the WestJet Group.

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In his first in-depth interview since taking the helm as president and CEO of Boeing in August 2024, Kelly Ortberg addressed concerns about the production timeline for the 777F freighter.

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WestJet has announced the expansion of its Trans-Pacific cargo capacity with the launch of daily, year-round service between Calgary and Tokyo Narita International Airport.

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China Airlines Cargo recently placed a formal order for four Boeing 777-8Fs, the next-generation Boeing freighters. In addition to these four confirmed Boeing 777-8Fs, the airline has the option to purchase four more.

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Challenge Group has launched its Boeing 777-300ERSF conversion programme, marking a new chapter in its fleet expansion. The programme, announced at the start of 2025, will see the introduction of the Boeing 777-300ERSF into its fleet this year.

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When we say that President Trump is re-ordering the entire world, we are not exaggerating.

President Donald J. Trump Secures Historic $1.2 Trillion Economic Commitment in Qatar

THE WHITE HOUSE

MAKING AMERICAN MANUFACTURING AND INNOVATION GREAT AGAIN: Thursday in Qatar, President Donald J. Trump signed an agreement with Qatar to generate an economic exchange worth at least $1.2 trillion. President Trump also announced economic deals totaling more than $243.5 billion between the United States and Qatar, including an historic sale of Boeing aircraft and GE Aerospace engines to Qatar Airways.

• The landmark deals celebrated today will drive innovation and prosperity for generations, bolster American manufacturing and technological leadership, and put America on the path to a new Golden Age.

• Since President Trump took office, his commitment to American manufacturing and innovation has attracted trillions of dollars in investments and global commercial deals. Allies like Qatar are partnering in the United States’ success.

THE ART OF THE DEAL: President Trump is securing billions in investments to revitalize American manufacturing, delivering on his promise to bring back “Made in America” and usher in a new Golden Age of prosperity.

• Today’s announcement builds on yesterday’s $600 billion investment commitment secured in Saudi Arabia.

• It also follows the announcement of an historic trade agreement with the United Kingdom and a joint agreement with China to reduce reciprocal tariffs.

• By securing these investments, President Trump is spurring a manufacturing renaissance, driving economic growth, and creating high-paying jobs across the nation.

• Prior to this historic deal, President Trump had already attracted trillions in U.S.-based investments, laying the foundation for an era of unprecedented American prosperity.

• President Trump is building on his record of success with Qatar, exemplified by his leadership in the 2019 GE Aerospace GEnx engine sale to power Qatar Airways’ then-newly acquired Boeing 787-9 aircraft—a monumental purchase in the history of both companies.

• As the dealmaker in chief, President Trump’s latest achievement in Qatar is another win for America.

LATAM Cargo Group and its subsidiaries have announced a significant capacity expansion starting in October this year in response to the growing demand between South America and Europe.

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Qatar Airways Cargo has been announced as the launch customer for the Mammoth Freighters 777- 200LRMF. The airline has finalised a deal with Texas-based Jetran, LLC, an aviation services and aircraft leasing company, for five of the converted freighters.

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