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 »
Delta Air Lines Completes Retirement of CRJ200s from Regional Fleet
Delta Air Lines has officially retired its last CRJ200ER aircraft from its regional network on December 1, 2023. The retirement… Read More »
Ryanair Addresses Fake Engine Parts in Routine Checks
Ryanair has revealed the discovery and replacement of unauthorized engine parts in two of its aircraft during routine inspections. The… Read More »
Air Astana Plans Dual Listing with 1Q 2024 IPO
Air Astana (KC, Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev) is reportedly gearing up for its long-awaited Initial Public Offering (IPO) on the London… Read More »
Turkmenistan Airlines Receives First Boeing 777-300ER
Turkmenistan Airlines, based in Ashgabat, has welcomed its inaugural Boeing 777-300ER to its fleet, with the arrival of EZ-A781 (msn… Read More »
Thai Smile to Cease Operations by End of 2023
Thai Smile (WE, Bangkok Suvarnabhumi) is set to conclude all operations and shut down by December 31, 2023, as announced… Read More »
SAS Scandinavian Airlines Introduces EuroBonus Conscious Traveler Program to Promote Sustainable Travel
In January 2024, SAS Scandinavian Airlines is set to launch the EuroBonus Conscious Traveler program, offering EuroBonus members the opportunity… Read More »
AirAsia X Plans Capital Raising Following Exit from PN17 Status
AirAsia X (D7), the long-haul low-cost carrier, is considering raising fresh capital after successfully exiting Bursa Malaysia PN17 status. CEO… Read More »
United Airlines On Pace To Break Pilot Hiring Record
United Airlines has earned the distinction of being the number one US airline for pilot recruitment for three consecutive years…. Read More »