Air France-KLM, the Franco-Dutch airline group, reported a 6.4% increase in fourth-quarter (4Q) 2024 revenues, reaching US$8.4 billion. Despite this revenue growth, the group recorded a net loss of US$22.4 million for the quarter. For the full year 2024, Air France-KLM achieved a 4.8% rise in revenues, totaling US$33.7 billion, with a net income of US$523.5 million. As of December 31, 2024, the group’s cash position stood at US$10…
Air Botswana, the national airline of Botswana, is set to receive an additional government support of US$4.7 millionin the upcoming financial year. This move underscores the government’s commitment to bolstering the airline’s operations and ensuring its financial stability.
Virgin Australia has announced that Dave Emerson, currently serving as Chief Commercial Officer (CCO), will step into the role of Chief Executive Officer (CEO). He will succeed Jayne Hrdlicka, who has led the airline since its 2020 restructuring under new ownership. The leadership transition comes as Virgin Australia moves closer to relisting on the Australian Stock Exchange (ASX).
Lufthansa (Germany) is set to undergo significant leadership changes within its Supervisory Board in May 2025, with Thomas Enders stepping down and Alexis von Hoensbroech emerging as the leading candidate to replace him. Additionally, Chairman Karl-Ludwig Kley is expected to vacate his position, with Christoph Franz likely to take over.
Air Transport Services Group (US) (ATSG) has announced plans to increase its Airbus freighter leasing portfolio in 2025, preparing to introduce up to four A330-300P2Fs (Passenger-to-Freighter conversions) and five A321-200PCFs into its leasing program. This move underscores ATSG’s commitment to expanding its cargo aircraft offerings amid growing demand for converted narrowbody and widebody freighters.
Spring Airlines, China’s leading low-cost carrier, has expanded its fleet by taking delivery of a new Airbus A320neo aircraft. This addition, bearing the serial number 12443, is powered by advanced LEAP-1A26 engines, aligning with the airline’s commitment to operational efficiency and environmental responsibility.
SpiceJet, a leading Indian low-cost carrier, has augmented its fleet by wet-leasing a Boeing 737-800 aircraft from Corendon Airlines Malta. This strategic move aims to bolster SpiceJet’s operational capacity and meet the increasing demand for air travel.
Skytrans, an Australian-based airline, has expanded its fleet with the acquisition of a second Airbus A319 aircraft, bearing the serial number 1740. This strategic addition aims to strengthen the airline’s charter operations across Australia and the Asia-Pacific region.
SF Express (China) has taken a significant step in modernizing its logistics operations, signing an agreement with Yifei Aviation Technology (China) for the acquisition of 100 ES1000 large unmanned cargo aircraft. This purchase will bolster SF Express’ regional logistics and last-mile delivery network, allowing for greater efficiency and cost savings in e-commerce and freight transportation.
IndiGo (India) has taken delivery of a Boeing 737-800, serial 39412, on wet lease from Corendon Airlines (Turkiye). The aircraft, powered by CFM56-7B26 engines, has been introduced to support IndiGo’s operational needs amid ongoing fleet expansion efforts.
