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Missile Hits Riyadh’s King Khalid International Airport, Killing 12 and Injuring 309; Flights Halted Until Midnight Oct. 12：Saudi Arabia’s General Authority of Civil Aviation confirmed that a missile hit Riyadh’s King Khalid International Airport on October 10, 2026, killing 12 people and injuring 309; some of the injured were in critical condition. All airport operations were suspended, and the flight ban was extended until midnight on October 12, Saudi time. Riyadh airport missile strike

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Ryanair and Lufthansa Chiefs Say Screening Cannot Guarantee Protection Against Cockpit Insider Threats：Ryanair Group CEO Michael O’Leary and Lufthansa CEO Carsten Spohr said rigorous screening cannot guarantee protection against a pilot intent on causing harm. O’Leary said existing pilot mental health screening is robust, while noting that absolute safety and security do not exist in the industry. Cockpit insider threats

Two Men Arrested at Miami Airport Over Alleged Smuggling of 21 Birds：Two men were arrested at Miami International Airport over the alleged smuggling of 21 birds. Agents found the birds sewn into underwear and cobbled-together belts. Miami airport bird smuggling

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Royal Air Maroc to Offer Starlink Inflight Wi-Fi on 41 Aircraft, With First Installations Expected in Early 2027：Royal Air Maroc plans to become the first African airline to offer Starlink inflight connectivity, equipping 41 aircraft with the service. The first installations are expected by early 2027, and Safar Flyer loyalty program members will receive the service free of charge. Royal Air Maroc Starlink

Alaska Airlines to Retire 737-700 Passenger Fleet in 2027 and Replace It With 737-800s：Alaska Airlines plans to retire its 737-700 passenger fleet in 2027 and replace the aircraft in Alaska with larger 737-800s. The planned change is intended to add passenger seats and cargo space. Alaska Airlines 737-700 retirement

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