Eddie O’Dwyer Promoted To VP At GT Engine Services

GT Engine Services, a company under the STS Aviation Group, has announced the promotion of Eddie O’Dwyer to Vice President of Business Development. This strategic move recognizes Eddie’s growing influence and lasting impact on the company’s technical operations and global commercial expansion. Eddie first joined GT Engine Services in 2020 as General Manager and quickly rose through the ranks. In 2021, he became Technical Director, and by 2024,…

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Kazakhstan to Launch National Cargo Airline in 2026

Kazakhstan is preparing to establish a national cargo airline in early 2026, according to an official announcement by Nurlan Zhakupov, Chairman of the Management Board of Samruk-Kazyna National Welfare Fund. The initiative is part of a government directive aimed at strengthening Kazakhstan’s strategic position as a major air cargo hub in Central Asia.

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Spirit Airlines to Furlough 270 Pilots Amid Delivery Delays

Spirit Airlines has announced plans to furlough 270 pilots and demote 140 captains to first officers due to continued aircraft delivery delays that have forced the airline to reduce its flight schedule through 2025. The budget carrier cited a combination of Pratt & Whitney engine issues and broader supply chain disruptions as key drivers of the operational cutbacks.

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US-EU Reach Zero-Tariff Deal on Aircraft Trade

A new agreement between the United States and the European Union will preserve tariff-free trade in aircraft and aircraft parts, shielding the aerospace industry from potential disruptions amid broader tariff tensions. The deal, announced on July 28, 2025, reinstates a zero-for-zero tariff structure on jets and components, averting what could have been a severe blow to global production and…

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Singapore Airlines Sees 59% Profit Drop Due to Air India Losses

Singapore Airlines has reported a sharp 59% decline in net profit for its first fiscal quarter, citing heavy losses from its equity stake in Air India, which has recently faced multiple challenges, including a fatal crash and broader operational turbulence. Net profit dropped to $404 million from $986 million during the same period last year.

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Air New Zealand Takes Delivery of Second A321neo ZK-NNI

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.

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Emirates Appoints UAE National Leaders Across Key Global Markets

Emirates has unveiled a fresh wave of strategic commercial appointments, elevating UAE National leaders to key country management roles across West Asia, the Indian Ocean, and Africa. These appointments, effective 1 August 2025, are aimed at reinforcing the airline’s international commercial presence while contributing to the UAE’s Emiratisation strategy by developing national talent in global roles.

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Air Arabia Launches Daily Nonstop Flights to Bangkok from Sharjah

Air Arabia, the leading low-cost carrier in the Middle East and North Africa, has officially commenced daily nonstop flights connecting Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) to Bangkok’s Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK). This launch makes Bangkok the airline’s third destination in Thailand, reinforcing its expanding footprint in Southeast Asia.

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Turkish Airlines Signs A350 Islamic Financing Deal With DIB

Turkish Airlines, the world’s leading carrier by number of countries served, has successfully executed a new Islamic finance transaction for the acquisition of an Airbus A350. The deal, denominated in Swiss Francs (CHF), was signed with Dubai Islamic Bank (DIB)—the world’s first Islamic bank and the UAE’s largest Shariah-compliant financial institution.