Qatar Airways has added to its widebody fleet with the delivery of an Airbus A330-300, identified by serial number 1572. The aircraft is powered by Rolls-Royce Trent 772B-60 engines, continuing the airline’s preference for reliable long-range platforms as it enhances capacity across its global network.
Plus Ultra, a Spanish airline specializing in charter and ACMI services, has signed a new agreement with Air Algérie to provide one Airbus A330-200 under an ACMI lease for the next 12 months. The aircraft will support the Algerian carrier’s network during a period of elevated demand and ongoing fleet adjustments.
Lufthansa, Germany’s flag carrier, has confirmed its intention to phase out its Airbus A340-600 fleet by spring 2026. This move comes as part of the airline’s long-term fleet modernization strategy and coincides with the progressive introduction of Boeing 787-9 aircraft into its widebody operations.
BermudAir, the premium regional airline based in Bermuda, has expanded its fleet with the delivery of its third Embraer E190 aircraft, identified by serial number 19000275. The aircraft strengthens BermudAir’s capacity as it prepares for the upcoming summer travel season. A fourth aircraft is expected to join the fleet by June 2025.
Aer Lingus Regional, operated by Emerald Airlines of Ireland, has taken delivery of one ATR72-600 turboprop aircraft, bearing serial number 1279. The aircraft is powered by PW127M engines and will support regional connectivity across Aer Lingus’s short-haul network.
Norse Atlantic, a long-haul low-cost carrier based in Norway, reported a net loss of $14.9 million for the first quarter of 2025, with revenue reaching $125.3 million. The results reflect seasonal demand fluctuations and continued cost pressures impacting transatlantic operations.
Mesa Air Group, a U.S.-based regional airline operator, announced a net loss of $58.6 million for the second quarter of fiscal 2025, alongside a 28.0% decrease in total operating revenues, which fell to $94.7 million. The sharp decline reflects ongoing challenges in regional aviation markets and reduced block hours with major partners.
Luxair, the national airline of Luxembourg, reported a net group profit of $153 million for 2024, demonstrating strong operational performance in a competitive regional aviation landscape. The year’s overall revenue slightly declined to $801 million, yet the airline maintained profitability through careful cost control and stable passenger demand.
IndiGo, India’s largest airline by market share, announced impressive financial results for the fiscal year ended 31 March 2025, posting a net profit of $848.8 million. This performance was supported by a 17.3% year-over-year increase in operating revenue, which reached $9.4 billion. The airline ended the fiscal year with a total cash balance of $5.6 billion, signaling strong liquidity.
Etihad Airways, based in the United Arab Emirates, reported a strong first quarter 2025 financial performance, with net profit rising 30% to $187 million, driven by robust demand and strategic cost control. The airline also posted a 15% increase in revenue, reaching $1.8 billion for the quarter.
