Ryanair Holdings, headquartered in Ireland, has confirmed that 47% of its issued share capital was held by EU nationals at the close of its financial year on 31 March 2025. The disclosure reflects the airline group’s continued monitoring and compliance efforts with European Union ownership requirements.
Jetcraft, a leading global aircraft brokerage and trading firm headquartered in the UK, has announced the internal promotion of Jennifer Jewett to the role of Senior Vice President of Finance. Jewett previously served as the company’s Controller, and her promotion reflects Jetcraft’s ongoing commitment to strengthening its financial leadership team amid continued global expansion.
GOL Linhas Aéreas, one of Brazil’s leading carriers, has received court approval to proceed with a series of strategic agreements with Boeing that are expected to yield significant benefits for the airline. These agreements form a crucial part of GOL’s broader financial and operational restructuring efforts, supporting the airline’s continued fleet modernization and long-term stability.
Contrail Aviation Support, a U.S.-based provider of aircraft engine solutions and aftermarket services, has announced the appointment of Tom Keeler as its new Vice President Technical. Keeler brings decades of aviation industry experience and is expected to play a critical role in enhancing Contrail’s technical operations as the company expands its global footprint.
Boeing has reached a settlement in two lawsuits stemming from the fatal Ethiopian Airlines B737 MAX crash in 2019, resolving the cases just days before a high-profile civil trial was set to begin. The legal action was part of broader litigation brought by families of the 157 victims who lost their lives in the tragedy, which occurred near Addis Ababa shortly…
airBaltic, the flag carrier of Latvia, has announced a major leadership change as CEO Martin Gauss stepped down from his position following a decision made at the company’s regular Shareholders’ Meeting. Pauls Calitis, currently serving as Chief Operating Officer (COO) and a Management Board Member, has been appointed as Interim CEO.
Air Antilles, the regional airline based in Guadeloupe, has had its operating license revoked by the French Direction Générale de l’Aviation Civile (DGAC). In response, the DGAC has issued the carrier a temporary operating license, which will remain valid until 30 June 2025, providing the airline limited breathing room as it searches for a new financial backer.
VietJet, the Vietnamese low-cost carrier, has further expanded its next-generation fleet with the delivery of one Airbus A321neo, bearing serial number 12520. The aircraft is equipped with PW1133G-JM engines, manufactured by Pratt & Whitney, and reflects the airline’s ongoing investment in fuel-efficient, high-capacity aircraft to meet rising demand across its domestic and regional network.
Transavia, the Dutch low-cost subsidiary of the Air France-KLM Group, has expanded its fleet with the delivery of one Airbus A321neo, bearing serial number 12451. The aircraft is powered by LEAP-1A32 engines, supplied by CFM International, and marks another step in the airline’s transition to a more fuel-efficient, next-generation fleet.
Thai Airways International has reaffirmed its commitment to fleet expansion as a core element of its strategic growth plan, confirming that its order for 45 Boeing 787 aircraft remains active, with deliveries set to begin from mid-2027. In addition to this substantial widebody order, the airline also announced intentions to procure an additional 35 aircraft, contingent on evolving market conditions and demand recovery.
