Airways NOTAM June 15-21

A weekly review of commercial flight

News

Video: The UK Releases London Heathrow Expansion Blueprint

The UK government has launched consultation on a Heathrow third-runway policy framework, but final approval remains ahead.

Niamey Airport Attack Kills 35, Raises Security Concerns

An attack on Niamey’s Diori Hamani Airport killed 35 people and renewed concerns over Sahel airport security.

Alaska Breaks Ground on New Portland Hangar

Alaska Airlines broke ground on a US$135M PDX hangar that will support narrowbody and widebody maintenance.

SAM 29000 Ends Presidential Service After Final Trump Flight

VC-25A SAM 29000 has ended regular presidential service, while sister aircraft SAM 28000 remains in the fleet.

Porter Airlines Inaugurates Service from New Montréal Metropolitan Airport

Porter will operate 11 routes from the new Montreal Airport as it looks to boost capacity in Greater Montreal.

Opinion

Pod-Ed: Spirit’s Exit Reshapes U.S. Airline Market as 2026 Turns Volatile

Spirit’s exit, rising fuel costs, and a shifting U.S. airline hierarchy define the 2026 outlook.

This Week in History

6/16/2011: Aeroflot Puts First Sukhoi Superjet 100 Into Service

On June 16, 2011, Aeroflot operated its first Sukhoi Superjet 100 passenger flight from Moscow to St. Petersburg.

Analysis

How Do Commercial Airliners Survive Massive Runway Impacts Day After Day?

Plane landings are among the most demanding parts of a journey due to the extreme forces on landing gear materials and components.

Media

Get the Latest Issue of Airways Magazine

The July 2026 issue of Airways features Spirit Airlines, which ceased all operations on May 2, 2026, after a US$500M government bailout collapsed and soaring jet fuel costs made survival impossible. Preview this issue on Airways Digital or purchase the print edition here.

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