airBaltic is taking drastic steps to stabilize its finances and operations, securing up to €257 million in emergency funding as it navigates escalating costs and supply chain disruptions.
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Fly2Sky, a Bulgarian airline, has taken delivery of an A320, serial number 3570, through a wet lease agreement with Aerovista (UAE). The aircraft, powered by V2527E-A5 engines, adds to Fly2Sky’s operational capacity, allowing it to serve increased demand effectively.
British Airways is currently facing operational challenges as four of its Boeing 787 aircraft remain grounded due to ongoing issues with Rolls-Royce Trent 1000 engines. These engine problems have led to significant disruptions in the airline’s flight schedules.
Air Mauritius has strengthened its regional fleet with the arrival of an additional ATR 72-600, leased and named Les Mascareignes, which replaces an older ATR 72-500. The aircraft is certified for Extended Twin Engine Operations Performance Standards (ETOPS) and will depart from Toulouse next week, routing via Luxor, Nairobi, and Nosy Bebefore reaching Mauritius.
IndiGo, India’s largest airline by market share, has announced plans to resume flights between Bangalore (BLR) and Kuala Lumpur (KUL) starting December 21, 2024. The service will be operated using the fuel-efficient Airbus A320neo, reflecting IndiGo’s commitment to modernizing its fleet and enhancing passenger experience.
Bahamasair, the national carrier of The Bahamas, is working to resolve supply chain delays impacting the servicing of its ATR fleet. The airline expects one of its three grounded ATRs to return to service this week, with the remaining two anticipated to be operational by early 2025. These delays are attributed to challenges in securing necessary parts and completing engine work.
China Aircraft Leasing Group Holdings (CALC) (Hong Kong) has completed the lease of its first Airbus A330-200 to Korean Air, further expanding its widebody aircraft portfolio. The lease agreement, finalized in March 2025, represents a significant milestone for CALC, which has traditionally focused on narrowbody aircraft leasing.
