Airbus is employing a strategic delivery route for a new A350 aircraft destined for Delta Air Lines, opting to send the aircraft from Toulouse to Tokyo before its final delivery to the United States. The decision comes amid ongoing trade tensions and tariff risks between the European Union and the United States.
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Spirit Airlines (US) has reported a net loss of $138.3 million for January 2025, reflecting ongoing financial challenges and operational pressures. Despite the loss, the airline generated $347.4 million in gross income during the month and began with a cash balance of $1.14 billion, providing financial flexibility to navigate market conditions.
China Southern Airlines has taken delivery of a Boeing 737-8, bearing serial number 65275, further advancing its modernization of narrowbody operations. The aircraft is powered by LEAP-1B engines, developed by CFM International, and represents the latest addition to the airline’s growing 737 MAX fleet.
Motu Link Airline, a new carrier based in French Polynesia, is preparing for its planned early 2025 launch by seeking $3.4 million to fund the purchase of its first aircraft, an ATR72-500F. This funding will be raised through a bond loan, amortizable over a period of 90 months at an 11% interest rate. The ATR72-500F, a reliable model suited for regional operations, will be the…
Vietnam Airlines has announced plans to issue Requests for Proposals (RFPs) to aircraft manufacturers in 2025 as it looks to purchase 50 narrowbody jets to modernize and expand its fleet. The airline’s long-term vision includes acquiring a total of 170 new aircraft by 2035, marking a significant fleet expansion to support its strategic growth and meet rising demand in the region. This move…
Lufthansa Group, Germany’s flagship airline conglomerate, reported a 6% increase in revenue for the fiscal year 2024, totaling US$40.2 billion. The company’s Adjusted EBIT (Earnings Before Interest and Taxes) for the year was US$1.7 billion, with the fourth quarter contributing US$501 million to this figure.
High Ridge Aviation (Ireland) has announced the acquisition of a Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, serial 34814, from ORIX Aviation (Ireland). The aircraft remains under lease to Korean Air, maintaining its operational deployment within the airline’s long-haul fleet.
