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Reuters | March 23, 2026

Air Canada regional jet collides with fire truck in New York’s LaGuardia, killing both pilots

An Air Canada Express jet collided with a fire truck while landing at New York's LaGuardia airport late on Sunday, killing both pilots, injuring dozens and closing the facility, authorities said.

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Reuters | March 22, 2026

Staff absences soar at some US airports as ICE agents prepare to screen travelers

Absences among transportation security workers this weekend reached their highest since a partial government shutdown began five weeks ago, the Department of Homeland Security said on Sunday, as immigration enforcement agents prepared to fill in for them at some of the busiest U.S. airports.

US airlines lean on demand, fares as Iran war rattles overseas peers

Reuters | March 20, 2026 | Air Cargo | Airlines

U.S. airline chiefs are talking about the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran in a way that many of their counterparts overseas are not — projecting confidence

Local innovation largely reduces average truck waiting times at WFS’ Milan Malpensa cargo terminal

AJOT Newsroom | March 20, 2026 | Air Cargo | General

Worldwide Flight Services (WFS) is reducing average truck processing times at Milan Malpensa Airport using an SMS-based warehouse door assignment system developed by its local cargo handling team.

US official warns small airports could soon shut down over TSA absences

Reuters | March 19, 2026 | Air Cargo | General

U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy warned on Thursday that if a partial government shutdown continues, small airports could soon shut down...

DHL expands its North America logistics infrastructure

AJOT Newsroom | March 19, 2026 | Air Cargo | General

DHL announced a significant expansion of its North America data center logistics (DCL) infrastructure with 10 dedicated warehouse sites totaling more than seven million square feet of capacity set to go live in 2026.

Turkish Airlines adds London Stansted as its third gateway in London

AJOT Newsroom | March 18, 2026 | Air Cargo | Airlines

With the launch of Stansted flights, which will be operated with 15 weekly frequencies, the flag carrier’s network in the United Kingdom has expanded to six destinations, following London Heathrow, London Gatwick, Birmingham, Manchester, and Edinburgh.

CPaT announces contract with Magnifica Air

AJOT Newsroom | March 18, 2026 | Air Cargo | Technology

Pilot training includes Aircraft Systems, General Subjects, and Aircraft Procedures, while cabin crew training includes Aircraft Systems for Cabin Crew, Cabin Crew Safety Subjects, and CPaT’s Interactive 3D Cabin Trainer.

Plus Ultra Líneas Aéreas extends ULD Management Contract with Jettainer

AJOT Newsroom | March 18, 2026 | Air Cargo | General

Under the extended agreement, Jettainer will continue to provide comprehensive ULD supply and maintenance services. In addition, the airline’s ULD fleet will now be progressively equipped with state-of-the-art IoT tracking technology, delivering real-time, end-to-end visibility across the entire ULD supply chain with unprecedented accuracy and actionable intelligence.

The Cathay Group releases traffic figures for February 2026

AJOT Newsroom | March 18, 2026 | Air Cargo | General | By The Numbers

Cathay Pacific carried 24% more passengers in February 2026 compared with February 2025, while Available Seat Kilometres (ASKs) increased by 16%.

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Stuart Todd | March 18, 2026

Middle East conflict: Flexport shipping air freight ‘express ocean’

Global air cargo disruption from Middle East tensions is doubling rates and forcing innovative solutions like Flexport’s “express ocean” service as logistics costs spiral for shippers worldwide.

LATAM Cargo Group and Andes Integración Logística achieve reduced carbon footprint

AJOT Newsroom | March 18, 2026 | Air Cargo | General

LATAM Cargo Group and Andes Integración Logística have completed the first premium salmon air shipment with a reduced carbon footprint for the salmon exporter AquaChile.

Boeing shareholders can pursue class action over 737 MAX safety

Reuters | March 17, 2026 | Air Cargo | General

A federal judge certified a shareholder class action accusing Boeing of concealing safety deficiencies in its 737 MAX planes before two crashes that killed 346

Global GSA Group appointed GSSA for Asiana Airlines Cargo in France and Germany

AJOT Newsroom | March 17, 2026 | Air Cargo | General

Global GSA Group has been appointed General Sales and Services Agent (GSSA) for Asiana Airlines Cargo in France and Germany, strengthening the airline’s commercial footprint in two of Europe’s most strategic export markets. The agreement is designed to ensure full sales continuity and operational stability as Asiana Airlines continues its integration within the wider Korean Air framework.

U.S. Cargo and Passenger Airlines Lost 15,011 Jobs in January 2026

AJOT Newsroom | March 17, 2026 | Air Cargo | General | By The Numbers

This release is published on a fixed schedule as required by the Office of Management and Budget, and statistics in this release may be revised when inputs to the statistics are corrected or updated. Data on the program page of this website are the most up-to-date and complete.

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AJOT Newsroom | March 17, 2026

Airforwarders Association warns of impact to cargo services from Department of Homeland Security shutdown

The Airforwarders Association has released this statement in regards to the Department of Homeland Security shutdown.

IBA strengthens technical leadership team with two senior promotions

AJOT Newsroom | March 17, 2026 | Air Cargo | General

IBA, the leading aviation intelligence and advisory company, announces two senior promotions within its Technical and Asset Management business, alongside the forthcoming retirement of Technical Director Paul Brooker at the end of March 2026.

Middle East Crisis: ECS Group keeps cargo moving and teams safe

AJOT Newsroom | March 17, 2026 | Air Cargo | General

As tensions escalate in the Middle East, ECS Group, the world's leading GSSA, has demonstrated its ability to maintain full operations while ensuring the safety of its staff in affected areas.

Lufthansa Cargo integrates “Add-on Services” into the digital booking process

AJOT Newsroom | March 17, 2026 | Air Cargo | Technology

With its Add-on Services, Lufthansa Cargo enables customers to enhance airfreight transports with targeted additional services – from supporting the use of more sustainable aviation fuel to personally accompanying valuable works of art during ground handling or receiving real-time information on the status of temperature-sensitive shipments.

Chapman Freeborn appoints Adnan Rahal as Senior Vice President of Business Aviation

In his new role, Rahal will oversee the continued development of Chapman Freeborn’s business aviation division, supporting the company’s global strategy and expanding its capabilities in private jet charter solutions.

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