EU Passenger Rights: The EU has approved major air passenger rules taking effect in 2027, keeping the 3-hour delay trigger for compensation (up to €600) while pushing simpler claims, clearer airline duties, and more transparency. Airport Security Overhaul: Malaysia’s cabinet backed 17 recommendations to tighten screening and risk management at KLIA and other international entry points, including targeted checks and e-vetting for crew and staff. Ground Handling Modernization: dnata will invest $110m to roll out 800 new ground support units, shifting from diesel to hybrid/electric and adding automation at airports including trials of autonomous tow equipment at Al Maktoum. Dubai Transit Buildout: L&T and Mitsubishi Heavy Industries won a major order for an Automated People Mover at Al Maktoum International Airport, covering design, construction, systems integration, and commissioning for Phase 1. Kenya Helicopter Tragedy: A safari helicopter crash near Mount Ololokwe in Samburu County killed seven, including five Americans and Ecuador’s intelligence chief, with investigations led by Kenya’s aviation authorities. Ride-Hailing Clarification: Nigeria’s FAAN says Uber and Bolt were not banned; it’s pushing a safety-and-monitoring framework for e-hailing at airports. Cargo Network Expansion: India’s Delhi airport expanded a transshipment cargo framework, dropping mandatory re-screening at transit stations and adding new domestic origins plus London and Copenhagen. Geopolitics & Aviation: Russia is sending firefighting aircraft to Serbia due to EU capacity strain, while oil prices rise on Middle East supply risk tied to the Iran conflict.