Hawaiian Airlines Considers Replacing Boeing 717s with 737 Max Following Merger
The proposed USD1.9 billion acquisition of Hawaiian Airlines by Alaska Airlines could lead to the replacement of Hawaiian’s current Boeing… Read More »
Privatization of Azores Airlines Suspended Amid Political Turmoil
The Portuguese regional government of the Azores has decided to suspend the ongoing privatization processes for Azores Airlines, as well… Read More »
Aegean Airlines’ Controlling Stake in Animawings Faces Regulatory Scrutiny
The Romania Competition Council is investigating the proposed takeover of a controlling 51% stake in Animawings by Christian Tour Holding,… Read More »
S7 Group Chief Warns of Engine Crunch in Russia, Advocates for Reverse Engineering
Evgeny Elin, Chairman of the Board of Directors at S7 Group, has raised concerns about the limited service life of… Read More »
SpiceJet Successfully Defeats Willis Lease Finance’s Insolvency Bid
SpiceJet, the Indian low-cost carrier, has successfully thwarted an insolvency bid initiated by Willis Lease Finance after the National Company… Read More »
BBN Airlines Indonesia Secures $6.2 Million Funding from Avia Solutions Group
BBN Airlines Indonesia, a charter startup based in Jakarta Soekarno-Hatta, has successfully secured funding of IDR 96.1 billion (USD 6.2… Read More »
Arrest Made in Dodgy Engine Parts Scandal That Affected United, Delta
An individual has been arrested as part of an investigation into AOG Technics, the company accused of supplying suspicious engine… Read More »
Belarus Bans Landing of Aircraft from EU without Special Authorization
The government of Belarus has implemented a ban on the landing of any aircraft entering from European Union airspace, effective… Read More »
UPS Terminates 35 Newly Organized U.S. Workers, Prompting Teamsters Union Response
The Teamsters union, representing U.S. workers at United Parcel Service, has raised concerns over the recent termination of around 35… Read More »
Latest Deliveries Bring Airbus Closer to Its Annual Target
In November 2023, Airbus delivered 64 aircraft, which is a 6% decrease compared to the same month in 2022. This… Read More »
Japan Airlines to Start 767 Freighter Operations in Mid 2024
Japan Airlines (JAL) is gearing up to launch dedicated freighter operations with B767-300ER(BCF) aircraft from February 19, 2024, subject to… Read More »
Philippines’ Cebu Pacific Inks Damp Lease Deal with Bulgaria Air
Cebu Pacific Air has entered into a damp lease agreement with Bulgaria Air to lease two A320-200s for a period… Read More »
Chile’s SKY Airline Applies for US Authorisation
Chilean carrier SKY Airline has submitted an application for a US Foreign Air Carrier Permit (FACP) and exemption, with plans… Read More »
SAS Scandinavian Airlines to Begin Transition to SkyTeam in 2024
SAS Scandinavian Airlines is set to initiate the process of leaving Star Alliance and joining SkyTeam in the spring of… Read More »
Uganda Air Cargo Plans Revival with $266 Million Recapitalization
Uganda Air Cargo (UCC), a subsidiary of the National Enterprise Corporation (NEC) under Uganda People’s Defence Force (UPDF) control, is… Read More »
Cathay Pacific Repurchases 50% of Government’s Preference Shares for HK$9.75 Billion
In a significant financial move, Cathay Pacific Airways has announced the successful buyback of 50% of the government’s preference shares,… Read More »
Air France-KLM Secures €1.5 Billion in Apollo Financing for Flying Blue Loyalty Program Subsidiary
In a significant financial move, Air France-KLM and private equity firm Apollo Global Management have successfully concluded a financing transaction,… Read More »
FL Technics Builds Second Aircraft Maintenance MRO Facility in Indonesia
FL Technics Indonesia, a prominent aircraft Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) service provider, has made significant strides in expanding its… Read More »
Russia Faces Seizure of 76 Commercial Aircraft Abroad Due to Sanctions Following Ukraine Invasion
Russia has encountered the seizure of 76 commercial aircraft abroad as a consequence of sanctions imposed following its invasion of… Read More »
Who Will Win U.S. Air Force’s E-4B Nightwatch ‘Doomsday Plane’ Competition?
The U.S. Air Force’s decision to exclude Boeing from the competition for a successor to the E-4B Nightwatch, commonly known… Read More »
Cathay Pacific Leaning Towards Airbus for Potential A350F Order
Cathay Pacific (CX), the world’s fifth-largest cargo airline, is reportedly favoring Airbus over Boeing as it contemplates an upcoming freighter… Read More »
South Korean Airlines to Implement Pre-Takeoff Warnings Following In-Flight Door Opening Incidents
South Korean airlines are set to introduce pre-takeoff warnings to passengers, aiming to prevent incidents involving the attempted opening of… Read More »