Virgin Australia and Air New Zealand have announced the resumption of their codeshare partnership, initially covering Trans-Tasman routes. The partnership will begin on December 9, 2024, with flights operating under VA-coded flight numbers.
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FlyArystan, the low-cost airline based in Kazakhstan, continues its fleet expansion with the planned delivery of two additional A320 aircraft in the first quarter of 2025. These new aircraft will bolster the carrier’s growing operations across the region, building on the existing fleet that has faced challenges related to A320neo engine issues.
FlyCAA (Congo) is set to become the first African airline to operate an A321-200PCF, as serial 808 is scheduled for delivery soon. The aircraft is being leased from Cargo Aircraft Management (US), marking a significant milestone in the African cargo aviation sector.
Vietjet Air (Vietnam) has signed a major aircraft financing agreement worth US$300 million with AV AirFinance (US), further strengthening its financial ties with key American institutions. This agreement is one segment of a larger portfolio of deals the airline has been actively pursuing to fund its fleet expansion and modernization.
Volaris, a leading low-cost airline based in Mexico, has recently expanded its fleet with the acquisition of a new A320neo, serial number 12485, powered by PW1127G-JM engines. This addition is part of Volaris’s strategic initiative to modernize its fleet with more fuel-efficient and environmentally friendly aircraft.
Hainan Airlines is expanding its network to Russia with a new direct route from Xi’an, China, to Vladivostok, beginning December 3, 2024. The service will operate four times weekly, utilizing a Boeing 737-800 aircraft, and is expected to cater to both business and leisure travelers. The flights are scheduled to depart from Xi’an at 07:40,…
Emirates has taken another decisive step in its fleet expansion strategy by securing a groundbreaking aircraft financing agreement with Emirates NBD for two Boeing 777 Freighter aircraft. This marks the airline’s first direct, mortgage-style financing structure conducted entirely in the UAE, without reliance on traditional offshore vehicles.
