Middle East Airlines (MEA), Lebanon’s national carrier, has announced plans to launch seasonal service between Beirut and Barcelona, starting June 26, 2025. The flights will be operated with the airline’s Airbus A320 aircraft, providing enhanced connectivity between the Middle East and Spain.
Kuwait Airways has announced plans to resume flights between Kuwait City and Kuala Lumpur, starting March 30, 2025. The route will be operated with the Airbus A330-800, offering passengers a modern and comfortable travel experience.
Korean Air has launched its first scheduled service with the Airbus A350, operating on routes between Seoul Incheon International Airport and the Japanese cities of Fukuoka and Osaka Kansai. The service is available from January 27, 2025, to March 29, 2025, marking a significant milestone in the airline’s fleet operations.
China United Airlines has announced plans to launch a new route connecting Beijing Daxing International Airport to Osaka Kansai International Airport starting March 30, 2025. The service will be operated using the airline’s Boeing 737-800 aircraft, enhancing connectivity between China and Japan.
Batik Air (Malaysia) has announced the launch of a new direct flight route connecting Kuala Lumpur to Xiamen, starting April 11, 2025. The service will be operated using the airline’s Boeing 737 aircraft, further expanding its network within the Asia-Pacific region.
The Civil Aviation Authority of Bangladesh (CAA) has announced stringent measures to recover outstanding dues from airlines, with a total of $639.4 million owed by six domestic carriers. Among the defaulters are three airlines that ceased operations several years ago, as well as active carriers, with Biman Bangladesh Airlines holding the largest share of the debt.
Ewa Air, based in Mayotte, has announced the appointment of Drissa Samake as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO). The leadership change comes as the airline prepares to close the 2024-25 fiscal year with a slight deficit, reflecting ongoing financial challenges in the regional aviation market.
Arik Air, one of Nigeria’s prominent airlines, has publicly denied claims made by the Asset Management Corporation of Nigeria (AMCON) regarding an alleged debt of $292 million owed to the corporation. The shareholders’ statement comes just two days after AMCON announced that liquidation of the airline remains a possible option.
7 Air, a US-based carrier, has received preliminary approval from the US Department of Transportation (DOT) to commence its cargo operations. The airline will begin with two Boeing 737-800 P2F (Passenger-to-Freighter) aircraft, identified by serial numbers 34799 and 33471.
Jeju Air, a prominent South Korean airline, is at the center of an ongoing investigation following the recent crash of one of its Boeing 737-800 aircraft. A preliminary report has revealed the presence of duck DNA in both engines, raising questions about bird strikes as a potential contributing factor.
