Korea’s Eastar Jet has locked in orders for an additional twelve Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft, further bolstering its fleet as the airline continues to expand.
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Astral Aviation, based in Kenya, is undertaking significant changes to its cargo fleet. The airline has decided to phase out its B757 Freighters, B727-200 Freighters, and DC9 Freighters as part of a broader strategy to modernize and streamline its operations. This move is aligned with the airline’s focus on enhancing operational efficiency and reducing environmental impact.
Atlas Air Worldwide Holdings, a major U.S.-based cargo operator, has entered into a new long-term ACMI (Aircraft, Crew, Maintenance, and Insurance) agreement with Turkish Cargo, the freight division of Turkish Airlines. Under this contract, Atlas Air will operate a Boeing 747-400 Freighter on behalf of Turkish Cargo starting in May 2025.
Air Arabia has announced a significant expansion of its operations to Russia, introducing direct flights from Ras Al Khaimah International Airport to both Moscow Domodedovo Airport and Yekaterinburg Koltsovo Airport. This strategic development enhances the airline’s growing international footprint and strengthens air connectivity between the United Arab Emirates and Russia.
Oman Air is set to further modernize its single-aisle fleet with the upcoming delivery of a Boeing 737-8 MAX, continuing the airline’s strategic focus on operational efficiency and elevated passenger experience. The new aircraft, MSN 63371, will carry the registration A40-MQ and represents the latest step in the carrier’s long-term renewal program.
Lucky Air has announced the launch of nonstop flights from Dali to Hanoi and Kuala Lumpur, starting in mid-January 2025. The routes will be operated using the Boeing 737-700, enhancing international connectivity from Yunnan province, China.
Boeing has announced the layoff of 222 members of its Society of Professional Engineering Employees in Aerospace (SPEEA) union. This latest round of job cuts is part of a broader workforce reduction initiative that began in November 2024, reflecting the company’s continued efforts to realign its workforce with operational demands.
