Air Peace, Nigeria’s largest carrier, has taken delivery of one Airbus A320 aircraft, on wet lease from Latvian ACMI operator SmartLynx. The aircraft, bearing serial number 2233, is powered by CFM56-5B4/P engines, a reliable workhorse engine widely used across the A320 family.
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Eurowings Europe Malta has expanded its fleet with the addition of an Airbus A320, serial 7121, powered by CFM56-5B4/3 engines. This latest acquisition supports the airline’s continued growth and enhances its ability to meet increasing passenger demand.
GOL, one of Brazil’s leading airlines, is reportedly engaged in discussions with several major global carriers regarding potential investment opportunities. The airlines involved in these talks include United Airlines and American Airlinesfrom the United States, Air France-KLM, the International Airlines Group (IAG) based in the United Kingdom, and the Lufthansa Group from Germany.
Kenya Airways, a major player in African aviation, is currently facing significant operational hurdles with its fleet of Boeing 787 Dreamliners. According to CEO Allan Kilavuka, three of these aircraft have not been airborne since February 2025, primarily due to the airline’s challenges in securing the appropriate engines and spare parts.
Lulutai Airlines (Tonga) has officially submitted a request for a government subsidy aimed at accelerating its financial recovery efforts before a potential privatization. The move comes as the airline attempts to stabilize operations and repay existing liabilities, positioning itself as a more viable candidate for a private investor.
Air France-KLM has released its financial results for the first quarter of 2025, revealing a net loss of US$283.6 million, despite an encouraging 7.7% increase in revenues, which totaled US$8.2 billion. The group’s liquidity position remains strong, with US$10.5 billion in available cash, providing resilience amid fluctuating operating conditions.
COMAC (Commercial Aircraft Corporation of China) is partnering with Vietnamese low-cost carrier Vietjet to introduce the ARJ21 aircraft to the Vietnamese market, with initial operations expected to commence later in 2024. This collaboration represents a significant step for both companies, as COMAC seeks to expand its footprint internationally and Vietjet aims to diversify its fleet with efficient regional jets.
