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IndiGo Expands Fleet with Four ATR 72-600 Deliveries

IndiGo, India’s largest airline, has expanded its regional fleet with the delivery of four ATR 72-600 aircraft. The newly delivered aircraft, with serial numbers 1708, 1715, 1712, and 1703, are all powered by PW127M engines. This addition bolsters IndiGo’s capability to serve regional routes more efficiently, aligning with its strategy to enhance connectivity across India.

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Ascend Airways Expands Fleet with B737-8 and Plans for Growth

Ascend Airways UK has announced the addition of a Boeing 737-8 to its fleet, subleased from SmartLynx (Latvia) in December 2024. This marks a significant milestone in Ascend Airways’ fleet expansion strategy as it aims to strengthen its operations and enhance capacity ahead of the busy summer travel season.

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Amazon Receives A330-300P2F Operated by Hawaiian Airlines

Amazon has expanded its fleet with the delivery of an A330-300P2F (Passenger-to-Freighter), featuring serial number 1226. The aircraft is operated by Hawaiian Airlines and powered by Trent 772B-60 engines, enhancing Amazon’s logistics capabilities for its expanding e-commerce operations.

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AK Holdings Cancels Corporate Bond Issuance for Jeju Air

AK Holdings Co., the parent company of Jeju Air, has announced the cancellation of its planned corporate bond issuance. The company has also requested the credit rating agency to withdraw the associated rating for the bond. This decision marks a shift in AK Holdings’ financing strategy as it navigates ongoing challenges in the aviation sector.

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Akasa Air Appoints Belson Coutinho as COO

Akasa Air has announced the appointment of Belson Coutinho as its new Chief Operating Officer (COO), effective January 6, 2025. In his role, Coutinho will oversee critical operational functions, including Inflight Services, Airport Services, Maintenance & Engineering, Flight Operations, Integrated Operations Control Center (IOCC), and Operational Excellence. Additionally, he will lead the Akasa Air Learning Academy, focusing on training and development initiatives for the airline’s workforce.

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Fly2Sky Appoints Lee Jones as New CEO

Fly2Sky Airlines has announced the appointment of Lee Jones as its new Chief Executive Officer. With over two decades of experience in the aviation industry, Jones is recognized for his transformative leadership, strategic innovation, and operational excellence. His proven track record in driving growth and implementing visionary strategies positions him as the ideal leader to guide Fly2Sky into a…

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Toki Air Extends Schedule Changes Due to Aircraft Maintenance

Toki Air, a regional airline based in Japan, has announced the extension of its suspension and schedule changes until January 20, 2024, due to ongoing aircraft maintenance. The airline is currently operating with only one aircraft after one of its two ATRs was struck by lightning, rendering it temporarily out of service.

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PLAY Airlines Cancels Multiple Routes in 2025

PLAY Airlines, Iceland’s low-cost carrier, has announced the cancellation of several routes in its 2025 schedule. The affected routes include flights from Reykjavik Keflavik to Gothenburg, Hamilton, Palma de Mallorca, and Stockholm Arlanda. This decision reflects the airline’s strategy to optimize its network and focus on routes with higher demand.