Aviation and routes
Events in the aviation industry: easyJet acquisition, lifting sanctions on Fly Baghdad, new SkyFru flights, restrictions at Russian airports, launch of robotaxis in London.
Apollo to Acquire easyJet for $7.7 Billion
Apollo Global Management has agreed to buy British low-cost carrier easyJet for £5.7 billion ($7.7 billion).
Economy · August 5, 2026US Lifts Sanctions Against Fly Baghdad
The US Treasury has lifted sanctions against Iraqi airline Fly Baghdad.
Transport · August 5, 2026SkyFru operates first flight from Bishkek to Domodedovo
Kyrgyz airline SkyFru has operated its first regular flight on the Bishkek–Moscow route, landing at Domodedovo Airport. The news was reported by Russia's Federal Air Transport Agency (Rosaviatsia) on August 5.
Transport · August 6, 2026Russia's Aviation Authority Imposes Restrictions at Airports in Izhevsk, Kirov, and Perm
Airports in Izhevsk, Kirov, and Perm temporarily restricted flight arrivals and departures for security reasons.
Transport · August 4, 2026Sheremetyevo Lifts Restrictions on Flight Arrivals and Departures
Moscow's Sheremetyevo Airport has lifted restrictions on the acceptance and dispatch of aircraft, which were introduced earlier to ensure flight safety.
IT · August 5, 2026Uber and Wayve to Launch Robotaxis in London
Uber and Wayve receive TfL approval to launch autonomous taxi service in London, starting with safety drivers.