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Air Canada Takes Delivery Of LEAP-Powered 737-8

Air Canada has expanded its narrowbody fleet with the addition of a Boeing 737-8, serial number 63388, on lease and powered by LEAP-1B27 engines. The delivery marks another step in the airline’s broader fleet modernization strategy aimed at enhancing efficiency and reducing emissions.

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Utair Reports Q1 Profit On Double-Digit Revenue Growth

Utair, a prominent regional airline based in Russia, recorded a net profit of US$7.7 million in the first quarter of 2025, supported by a 13.7% year-over-year revenue increase to US$209.5 million. The results highlight the airline’s operational resilience amid continued economic uncertainty.

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PLAY Airlines Posts $26.8M Q1 Loss As Revenues Decline

PLAY Airlines, the Iceland-based low-cost carrier, has reported a net loss of US$26.8 million for the first quarter of 2025, as operating revenues declined 8%, totaling US$46.4 million. The carrier ended the quarter with a cash position of US$21.1 million, reflecting tighter financial conditions amidst softer demand.

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Icelandair Reports $44M Q1 Loss Despite Revenue Growth

Icelandair has disclosed its financial performance for the first quarter of 2025, recording a net loss of US$44 million, despite an 11% increase in total revenues to US$286 million. The airline’s liquidity remained solid at US$510 million, providing a stable financial foundation moving forward.

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Emirates Chairman Open To IPO If Government Requests

Emirates, the flagship airline of the United Arab Emirates, has affirmed its strong financial footing, with Chairman Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum stating that an initial public offering (IPO) would be executed if mandated by the government. This marks one of the clearest indications yet that a public listing of the airline could be on the table in…

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China Southern Reports Q1 Loss Amid Revenue Decline

China Southern Airlines, one of China’s largest carriers, has disclosed a net loss of US$103 million for the first quarter of 2025, as its total revenues fell 2.7% to US$5.9 billion. The results point to a challenging operating environment for Chinese airlines, with lingering cost pressures and fragile demand recovery.

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China Eastern Reports Q1 Loss Despite Modest Revenue Growth

China Eastern Airlines has reported a net loss of US$137 million for the first quarter of 2025, even as revenues experienced a 0.7% year-over-year increase, reaching US$4.5 billion. This performance highlights persistent operational and market pressures facing one of China’s major state-owned carriers.

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Azul Secures Additional Funding From Bondholders

Azul, one of Brazil’s largest airlines, has obtained a fresh round of funding totaling approximately US$106 million from its existing bondholders. This infusion supports the airline’s ongoing financial restructuring and reinforces its short-term liquidity amid a challenging macroeconomic environment for Latin American carriers.