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flag Wizz Air UK seeks U.S. approval for seasonal transatlantic flights under the UK-US Open Skies Agreement.

flag Wizz Air UK has applied to the U.S. Department of Transportation for a foreign air carrier permit to operate transatlantic flights under the UK-US Open Skies Agreement, marking a strategic shift after closing its Abu Dhabi base and scaling back Middle East expansion. flag The airline seeks approval for seasonal charter flights, potentially targeting event-driven demand like the World Cup, with possible future scheduled services. flag While the application is pending, the move comes amid growing UK-to-U.S. travel interest and capacity gaps on key routes. flag The U.S. flag DoT has not yet responded, and approval faces hurdles including labor union opposition and technical requirements like ETOPS certification.

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