Air Peace, Nigeria’s largest airline, has taken delivery of a Boeing 737-800, serial number 33018, under a wet lease agreement with AirExplore, a Slovakian carrier. The aircraft is equipped with CFM56-7B26 engines, known for their performance and efficiency.
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In a strategic move to bolster its international partnerships, Marathon Airlines of Greece has successfully placed a second Embraer E190 aircraft, with serial number 19000163, with Aeroitalia, an Italian airline. This aircraft will operate under a wet lease agreement, indicating Marathon Airlines’ commitment to expanding its operational footprint and strengthening ties within the European aviation market.
BINANI AIR is taking a landmark step to transform Nigeria’s aviation sector by commencing construction on a state-of-the-art MRO facility at Abuja’s Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport. This ambitious initiative is expected to sharply reduce the aviation industry’s dependence on overseas maintenance providers.
Delta Air Lines has revised its Q1 2025 revenue and profit projections downward, citing softening demand in the U.S. domestic market. The airline now expects revenue to grow no more than 5% year-on-year, a downgrade from its previous forecast. This adjustment reflects slower-than-expected booking trends and pricing pressures, particularly in key domestic routes where competitive pricing has impacted yield performance.
Turkish Airlines has announced the launch of new flights connecting Istanbul Airport to Benghazi, Libya, beginning 14 January 2025. The route will be operated with the airline’s Boeing 737-800 and Boeing 737-900 aircraft, marking a key addition to its network in North Africa.
The government of Macedonia has announced a public call to introduce new airline routes from the country’s two main airports, Skopje International Airport and Ohrid St. Paul the Apostle Airport, as part of an initiative aimed at boosting connectivity and tourism. Airlines willing to operate these new routes between 2025 and 2027 can compete for financial subsidies totaling US$3.3 million.
Air New Zealand has officially received the second of its two Airbus A321neo aircraft, further enhancing its narrowbody fleet with the latest generation fuel-efficient jet. The newly delivered aircraft bears the manufacturer serial number 12593 and is registered as ZK-NNI.
