ANA Holdings has announced that the third Boeing 787-8 designated for its subsidiary, AirJapan, is expected to commence operations around the first quarter of 2026. The aircraft will support the airline’s expansion strategy, reinforcing its presence in the medium-haul market.
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Air Europa is preparing to repay the remaining $66 million of a $160 million loan it secured from a banking consortium in May 2020, backed by a guarantee from the Instituto de Crédito Oficial (ICO). This repayment is scheduled to occur in May 2025. The loan was provided under favorable terms to support the airline during the critical early months of the COVID-19…
SmartLynx Malta, a subsidiary of the SmartLynx Airlines group, has expanded its fleet with the addition of a leased Airbus A320 aircraft. The jet, identified by manufacturer serial number (MSN) 3631, is powered by CFM International CFM56-5B4/3 engines, a widely used and reliable engine type for this aircraft model.
Azul Linhas Aéreas Brasileiras, one of Brazil’s leading carriers, has expanded its next-generation fleet with the delivery of two Embraer E195-E2 aircraft. The newly delivered jets bear serial numbers 19020168 and 19020169, and are powered by PW1900G geared turbofan engines from Pratt & Whitney.
British Airways has expanded its short-haul fleet with the delivery of an Airbus A320, serial number 3468, which will be operated by its London Gatwick-based subsidiary, BA Euroflyer. The aircraft is powered by IAE V2527-A5 engines, supporting efficient operations across European routes.
Spring Airlines (China) has officially commenced operations at its new hangar facility in Yangzhou, marking a significant milestone in the airline’s maintenance and operations capabilities. This state-of-the-art facility is designed to handle overhauls for over 200 aircraft annually and represents a substantial investment of US$81.8 million.
Frontier Airlines, a major U.S.-based low-cost carrier, continued to strengthen its fleet strategy during the first quarter of 2025 by extending 14 aircraft leases that were originally scheduled to end in 2026 and 2027. This strategic move reflects the airline’s focus on maintaining operational continuity and avoiding short-term capacity gaps amid increasing demand projections.
