International Civil Aviation Morning Briefing | American Airlines invests $1 billion to expand airport terminal; Thai Airways expects India-China routes to drive 5% revenue growth.
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February 27, 2026, Civil Aviation Resource Network News: Civil Aviation News Breakfast brings you timely and high-quality civil aviation information!
1. American Airlines to Invest $1 Billion to Expand Miami Airport Terminal D
According to Business Travel News, American Airlines announced on Wednesday that it will invest $1 billion to expand Terminal D at Miami International Airport. The project, named "Gate D60," will construct a new three-story expansion of Terminal D, adding 17 gates to accommodate larger aircraft and eliminate external check-in. Construction is expected to begin in 2027.
2. Qantas CEO Says Weak Demand on US Routes is a Short-Term Issue
According to Reuters, Qantas CEO Vanessa Hudson said on Thursday that weak demand on the company's US routes is a short-term issue. She told analysts on the earnings call that she was optimistic about improved demand for routes in the second half of the fiscal year ending June 30, due to the strengthening Australian dollar, which is currently trading above 70 US cents.
3. Japan Strives to Increase the Proportion of Female Pilots
According to Japan's Jiji Press, Japan is striving to increase the number of female pilots to cope with the aging of commercial airline pilots and the growing demand for air travel, but progress is slow. Although the Japanese government aims to increase the proportion of female pilots from 2% in 2024 to 10% by the end of 2035, achieving this goal remains challenging.
4. Thai Airways Expects 5% Revenue Growth from India and China Routes in 2026
According to the Bangkok Post, Thai Airways International expects its revenue to grow by 5% this year, driven by the introduction of new aircraft and expansion in key Asian markets, including India and China. Thai Airways CEO Chai Eamsiri stated on Thursday that the airline's 2026 revenue target is 200 billion baht, up from 190 billion baht the previous year. Thai Airways also plans to increase its fleet size from 80 aircraft by the end of 2025 to approximately 100 aircraft this year.
5. Delhi Airport's Third Runway Closed Until July for Major Maintenance
According to The New Indian Express, the third runway (11R/29L) at Indira Gandhi International Airport in Delhi, India, has been closed since Wednesday evening for comprehensive maintenance and is expected to reopen in early July. Despite the runway closure, flight operations are largely unaffected, with daily flight volume remaining at 1,514, only 6 fewer than the daily average. Sources indicate that the closure will not have a significant impact on the overall airport operations.
