Pakistan’s PIA Clarifies Misunderstanding Over Alleged PKR17 Billion Debt Default
Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has recently addressed concerns surrounding a reported PKR17 billion rupee (USD60.8 million) debt repayment default. The… Read More »
Jet Airways’ 777-300ERs to be Sold Following JKC’s Failed Appeal
Jet Airways (JAI) faces a significant shift in its asset portfolio following a recent legal decision. The National Company Law… Read More »
The Airbus A380 Superjumbo’s Surprising Comeback at Major Hub Airports
The Airbus A380 made its maiden commercial flight in 2007, surpassing the Boeing 747 as the world’s largest passenger plane… Read More »
Top Airlines Leading in Fleet Expansion in 2023
In the year 2023, a total of 1,345 commercial aircraft were delivered, signifying a steady recovery from the pandemic-related supply… Read More »
FAA Identifies 19 Serious Near-Miss Incidents in 2023, Highest in Seven Years: Controller Fatigue and Outdated Technology Among Causes
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has reported 19 serious runway incursions during the first ten months of 2023, the highest… Read More »
Human Error and Lack of Awareness Led to Fatal Yeti Airlines Crash in Nepal
Nearly a year after the tragic crash of a Yeti Airlines flight in Nepal that claimed the lives of 72… Read More »
Nigeria Promises Enhanced Asset Recovery for Aircraft Lessors
Nigeria’s Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, has offered reassurances to aircraft lessors about the ease of asset… Read More »
Air India Welcomes First A350-900, Preparing for Early 2024 Service
Air India has marked a significant milestone in its fleet modernization by taking delivery of its first Airbus A350-900. The… Read More »
Aegean Airlines Enhances Fleet with Two A320-200s via Wet-Lease Deal with Cyprus Airways
Aegean Airlines, based in Athens, Greece, has entered into a long-term ACMI (Aircraft, Crew, Maintenance, and Insurance) contract with Cyprus… Read More »
Russian Government Acquires 92 Aircraft from Foreign Lessors Valued at $2 Billion
In a series of agreements with foreign lessors, including the prominent Irish leasing company AerCap, the Russian government has completed… Read More »
Shortage of Air-Traffic Controllers in America: Delays and Safety Concerns
American air-traffic-control facilities are grappling with a shortage of controllers, leading to flight delays and potential safety concerns. The shortage… Read More »
China’s C919 Jet Commands Higher Price in Latest Deal as Boeing Returns to Market
China’s domestically developed C919 airliner recently secured a higher price in a deal with Air China, marking a significant move… Read More »
Arizona Man Arrested for Aiming Laser at Aircraft Near Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport
On the evening of December 21, an incident involving a laser pointer and commercial aircraft near Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport… Read More »
Nepal Airlines Announces Auction for MA-60s and Y12s Amidst Attempts to Offload Chinese Aircraft
Nepal Airlines, the flag carrier of Nepal based in Kathmandu, has issued a new tender notice for the auction of… Read More »
Bombardier Receives Firm Order for 12 Challenger 3500 Jets
Bombardier, a leading aircraft manufacturer, has secured a firm order for 12 Challenger 3500 aircraft, marking a significant milestone in… Read More »
Southwest Airlines Fined $140 Million by DoT for Winter Storm Flight Disruptions
Southwest Airlines has been ordered to pay a hefty fine of USD 140 million by the U.S. Department of Transportation… Read More »
LATAM Airlines Group Expands Fleet with Five Additional Boeing 787s and New GEnx Engines
LATAM Airlines Group has made a strategic decision to expand its long-haul fleet by placing an incremental order with Boeing… Read More »
JAL Launches First Dedicated Freighter for DHL Express, Expanding Cargo Operations
Japan Airlines (JAL) is set to debut its first dedicated freighter, servicing international routes for DHL Express from Tokyo Narita… Read More »
Kansas Businessman Pleads Guilty to Illegal Avionics Sales to Russia, Faces Up to 25 Years in Prison
A Kansas businessman, Cyril Gregory Buyanovsky, 60, is facing a prison sentence of up to 25 years after pleading guilty… Read More »
Saudi Arabia’s flynas Sets Sights on IPO in 2024, Engages Top Financial Firms
Saudi Arabian low-cost carrier flynas is gearing up for a potential initial public offering (IPO) on the Saudi Exchange in… Read More »
SpiceJet Ordered to Pay USD 445,000 to Engine Lessors by Delhi High Court
The Delhi High Court has ruled against SpiceJet, the Indian low-cost carrier, mandating the airline to pay INR 37 million… Read More »
Norwegian’s $110 Million Takeover of Widerøe Receives Green Light from Oslo
Norway’s competition authority, Konkurransetilsynet, has given the green light to Norwegian’s acquisition of domestic competitor Widerøe. This approval comes despite… Read More »
Kalitta Charters II Set to Phase Out Boeing 727s in 2024, Shifting to All-737 Freighter Fleet
Kalitta Charters II, based in Detroit Willow Run, is preparing to bid farewell to its final two Boeing 727-200F aircraft… Read More »
Air Transat Braces for A321neo Groundings in 2024 Due to Engine Inspections
Air Transat, operating from Montréal Trudeau, anticipates grounding up to a third of its Airbus A321-200NX(LR) fleet by the end… Read More »
Juneyao Air Receives New 787-9, Marking First Delivery to Chinese Carrier in Four Years
Juneyao Air, based in Shanghai, has recently acquired its seventh Boeing 787-9, signifying the first delivery of this aircraft model… Read More »
Finnair Secures Ownership of Six A321-200s from BOC Aviation in Strategic Move
Finnair has successfully completed the acquisition of six Airbus A321-200 aircraft, which it was previously leasing from BOC Aviation, a… Read More »