Avolon (Ireland) and Air New Zealand have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to collaborate on research aimed at advancing the commercialization of electric aircraft and other novel propulsion technologies, including battery hybrid and hydrogen systems. This partnership underscores both companies’ commitment to driving innovation and sustainability in the aviation sector.
Air Changan, a regional carrier based in China, has taken delivery of a Boeing 737-800 with serial number 38156. The aircraft is powered by CFM56-7B24E engines, renowned for their fuel efficiency and reliability, making it a valuable addition to the airline’s growing fleet.
Air Atlanta Icelandic, a leading Icelandic charter and ACMI operator, has taken delivery of its first Boeing 777-200. The aircraft, identified by serial number 28513, is powered by Trent 884-17 engines, signifying a major milestone in the airline’s fleet development.
Azul (Brazil), along with its subsidiary Azul Secured Finance, has announced the early participation results for its previously disclosed notes exchange offers. The exchange offers yielded high participation rates, with 99.6% of the outstanding principal amount of the 11.930% Senior Secured First Out Notes due 2028 tendered. Additionally, 97.8%of the 11.500% Senior Secured Second Out Notes due 2029 and 94.4% of the 10.875% Senior Secured Second Out…
Norwegian Group reported a total of 1.8 million passengers for December 2024, with 1.4 million traveling on the mainline unit and 293,000 flying with its subsidiary, Wideroe. Over the course of the year, the Group transported more than 26.4 million passengers, marking a significant recovery in travel demand across its network.
Nile Air, an Egyptian airline, has announced the launch of its new route between Cairo and Neom Bay, set to commence on March 31, 2025. The service will be operated with an Airbus A320, providing a reliable and efficient option for travelers between these key destinations.
Nesma Airlines, a prominent Egyptian carrier, has announced plans to launch a new route between Cairo and Dammamstarting April 1, 2025. The service will be operated with an Airbus A320, a reliable and efficient aircraft ideally suited for the regional route.
Jet2, the UK-based leisure airline, has bid farewell to its Boeing 757 fleet, operating its final flight with serial number 27973. The historic flight departed from Geneva and landed at Manchester, symbolizing the end of an era for Jet2 as it retires the iconic aircraft.
Jeju Air, a leading low-cost carrier in South Korea, has decided to cancel its planned Seoul Incheon-Singapore route, which was initially scheduled to commence on March 30, 2025. The service was to be operated using a Boeing 737-800, a mainstay of the airline’s fleet for regional operations.
Indonesia AirAsia has announced the launch of its Denpasar-Darwin route, scheduled to commence on March 22, 2025. The service will be operated using the Airbus A320, a highly efficient aircraft well-suited for short- to medium-haul routes.
