Air France-KLM reported solid financial results for the third quarter of 2024, with a 3.7% increase in Group revenues reaching $9.0 billion. The company posted a net income of $824 million, reflecting ongoing efforts to strengthen its position amidst global travel demand fluctuations.
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TUI Airways, the UK’s leading holiday airline, has announced a new seasonal route connecting Cardiff, Wales, to Chambery, France, scheduled to begin on December 21, 2024.
GKN Aerospace, a leading global supplier in the aviation sector, is transitioning to a new, purpose-built engine parts repair facility located in San Diego, California. This move aligns with the company’s strategic efforts to meet increasing demand and expand its repair and maintenance capabilities.
Avolon Holdings Limited, a leading global aviation finance company, has announced the pricing of a $1.5 billion private offering by its wholly owned subsidiary, Avolon Holdings Funding Limited. The offering consists of two tranches: $850 million of 4.95% senior unsecured notes due in 2028, and $650 million of 5.15% senior unsecured notes due in 2030.
IAG (International Airlines Group), based in the UK, has indicated that its low-cost subsidiary Level, headquartered in Spain, could consider launching flights to Asia in the future. However, according to IAG, the current market conditions are not suitable for such an expansion. While IAG has not ruled out the possibility, it has emphasized that the decision will depend on improvements…
Fitch Ratings has downgraded the long-term credit rating of Spirit Airlines from ‘CCC’ to ‘CC’, signaling heightened financial distress and the likelihood of a near-term default. This latest downgrade places Spirit Airlines below other low-cost carriers (LCCs) in North America, reflecting concerns about the airline’s financial stability.
BNDES (Brazilian Development Bank) has approved $182 million in financing for the export of eight Embraer E2 jets to Azorra, a US-based leasing company. Deliveries are scheduled to take place between December 2024 and 2025, showcasing the ongoing collaboration between Brazilian manufacturers and global operators.
