AviaAM Leasing has successfully completed the sale of an Airbus A320, bearing serial number 5089, to Thai SmartLynx. This transaction marks the first aircraft addition to Thai SmartLynx’s fleet, supporting the airline’s entry into the Thai aviation market.
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Edelweiss (Switzerland) has announced that it will discontinue its Zurich-Havana route, effective February 27, 2025. The decision comes in response to low passenger demand and ongoing operational challenges at Havana’s airport.
Royal Air Maroc, the national airline of Morocco, is reportedly in advanced negotiations to place a major aircraft order with Boeing, covering up to 50 Boeing 737 MAX jets and 24 Boeing 787 Dreamliners, as part of its fleet renewal strategy. Simultaneously, Airbus is preparing to secure a smaller order for 20 A220 aircraft, aiming to expand its presence in the North African market.
The Secretaría de la Defensa Nacional (Sedena), the governmental department overseeing Mexicana, has increased its budget request to US$1.0 billion to finance the purchase of 20 Embraer E2 aircraft currently on order. This significant investment highlights Sedena’s ambition to modernize Mexicana’s fleet and enhance its operational capacity.
flydubai, the low-cost carrier based in the United Arab Emirates, has expanded its Boeing 737 MAX fleet with the delivery of one B737-8, bearing serial number 61027. The aircraft is powered by LEAP-1B28 engines supplied by CFM International, supporting the airline’s ongoing network and capacity expansion across the Middle East, Europe, and Asia.
Embraer has initiated discussions with IndiGo (India) and Air India about the sale of new aircraft, marking a significant push into India’s fast-growing aviation market. As part of its strategy to strengthen its presence in the region, Embraer has also established a fully-owned subsidiary with its corporate office in New Delhi.
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