In a move to enhance financial flexibility, Alaska Air Group, through its subsidiary AS Mileage Plan IP, successfully issued $1.25 billion in senior secured notes.
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Croatia Airlines has announced plans to retire one Airbus A320, serial number 1237, during 2025 as part of its broader fleet modernization strategy. The retirement aligns with the carrier’s move to a single-type fleet centered around the Airbus A220, offering improved efficiency and operational standardization.
Skytrans, an Australian-based airline, has expanded its fleet with the acquisition of a second Airbus A319 aircraft, bearing the serial number 1740. This strategic addition aims to strengthen the airline’s charter operations across Australia and the Asia-Pacific region.
Fitch Ratings has upgraded its Outlook on Boeing’s Long-Term Issuer Default Rating (IDR) to Stable, reversing its previous Negative stance. The agency has simultaneously affirmed Boeing’s Long-Term IDR at ‘BBB-’, maintaining its investment-grade status. This change reflects increased confidence in Boeing’s medium-term financial stability and operational recovery following several years of setbacks tied to production delays, safety scrutiny, and supply chain challenges.
Air New Zealand has revealed that it does not expect significant improvements in aircraft availability until 2026, citing ongoing challenges with its fleet of Boeing 787-9 and Airbus A320neo aircraft. These availability issues have impacted the carrier’s operational capacity and ability to meet growing passenger demand.
Azores Airlines, the regional flag carrier of Portugal’s Azores archipelago, may be forced to declare insolvency if its ongoing privatization process does not succeed, according to Duarte Freitas, a senior official from the Regional Government of the Azores. The financial exposure in such a case could exceed US$350 million, placing substantial pressure on regional and national stakeholders.
Allegiant Air (US) has expanded its fleet with the delivery of a Boeing B737-8200, identified by serial 68004. The aircraft is equipped with LEAP-1B27 engines, offering enhanced efficiency and performance.
