Airbus UK workers represented by the Unite union plan industrial action at the European airframer's facilities in Broughton and Filton in September in relation to a pay dispute. Unite says that 90% of members voted in a ballot in favour of strike action. The union represents more than 3,000 aircraft fitters and engineers across the two sites which produce wings for A320-family jets, A330s, A350s and A400M military transports, it notes. The union plans strike action on 10 days over a three-week period beginning 2 September and warns the measures will "delay deliveries and put pressure on the global supply chain". "Airbus is generating billions in profit; workers deserve a fair deal," states Unite general secretary Sharon Graham, adding: "Our members are simply seeking fairness not favours." Airbus UK country manager commercial aircraft Sue Partridge says the airframer made a "competitive and fair pay offer in 2025 that builds on the strong foundations" of previous pay increases since 2022 and a bonus payment in April of this year. "Our priority remains to find a resolution together with the trade union that ensures the long-term competitiveness and success of Airbus in the UK," Partridge asserts. Airbus says that it is "not currently concerned" about the impact of potential industrial action on "year-end deliveries". The airframer has a target of making 820 commercial aircraft deliveries in 2025, up from 766 last year. By the end of July, Airbus had handed to customers 373 jets and completed a number of engine-less aircraft amid a supply shortfall of CFM International Leap powerplants, which both manufacturers previously said would be resolved by year-end.

Flair Airlines has appointed Eric Tanner as chief commercial officer, promoting him from the role of vice-president revenue management and network planning. Garth Lund was chief commercial officer of Flair until July 2024. Flair confirms it has had nobody in the role since Lund's departure and Tanner's appointment. The Canadian carrier also announced on the same day the appointment of Caitlin Peddle as chief people officer and Juliana Ramirez as chief digital officer. Peddle was previously vice-president, people at Flair and Ramirez was vice-president, digital. "This is a milestone for Flair. These three leaders have already made a major impact across our business in each of their respective lanes, and now they're helping shape what's next," states Maciej Wilk, chief executive of Flair Airlines.

Air India and Indian Oil (IOCL) have signed a memorandum of understanding for supply of sustainable aviation fuel as the carrier works towards meeting a national 5% blending mandate by 2030. The airline has not provided details of the SAF amount that will be supplied, or a timeline, although it does note that the agreement will provide it with a "reliable supply" of SAF. The MoU will support Air India's strategy to meet IATA's ambition for net zero emissions by 2050 and its CORSIA obligations, it states. Air India adds that its fleet renewal plan, optimized flight planning systems, and green practices like single-engine taxiing and reduced single-use plastics are at the core of a strategy to reduce the company's environmental impact. It has also partnered with India's Council of Scientific and Industrial Research and the Indian Institute of Petroleum to advance SAF research. Chief executive Campbell Wilson says that the collaboration with IOCL "supports India's sustainable development initiatives and our goal to operate one of the lowest carbon-emitting fleets globally". IndianOil was the first Indian company to receive CORSIA certification for SAF production at its Panipat refinery. Its chairman, Arvinder Singh Sahney, describes the MoU as a "strategic step in India's transition to sustainable aviation". "Our SAF will help decarbonize air travel while aligning with global climate goals," he says.