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Libya Expands Aviation Sector with Libyan United Airlines
Libyan United Airlines, a new national carrier, is set to launch in Q1 2026 with an initial fleet of Airbus A320 aircraft. The airline aims to connect Libya with destinations across North Africa and the Middle East, with a focus on short- and medium-haul routes. Libyan authorities have appointed Ziad Farhoud as the airline’s first CEO, who outlined ambitions to establish the carrier as a modern, passenger-focused operator. The launch comes as the government works to consolidate aviation assets under a proposed national aviation holding company.