Emerald Airlines (Ireland) has confirmed that one of its aircraft, an ATR72-200, serial 1297, experienced a nose gear collapse while landing at Belfast City Airport. Fortunately, there were no injuries reported among passengers or crew, but the aircraft sustained substantial damage, prompting an investigation into the incident.
Spectre Cargo Solutions (US), through its Irish affiliates, has accused SpiceJet (India) of removing engines from leased Boeing 737 freighters (B737Fs) in what it claims is a breach of lease agreements. The allegations add to the ongoing challenges faced by SpiceJet regarding its leased aircraft management and operational practices.
Malaysia Airlines’ newly inducted A330neo continues to face challenges as it has been grounded for an additional 48 hours due to persistent technical issues. The aircraft, which recently made its inaugural flight to Melbourne, has been plagued by operational disruptions that have raised concerns about its immediate reliability.
Corendon Europe (Malta) has wet leased a B737-800, serial 42799 9H-CXB, to Red Sea Airlines (Egypt), marking a strategic partnership that enhances flight connectivity between Sharm el Sheikh and various destinations in Italy.
Comac (China) is actively reaching out to international airlines as it seeks to establish a global foothold for its C919 jet, a narrow-body aircraft developed to compete with Boeing and Airbus. The company is targeting carriers in regions ranging from Indonesia to Kazakhstan, signaling a strategic push to expand beyond China’s domestic market.
Chisholm Enterprises, headquartered in Bahrain, has confirmed its intention to expand its fleet of Boeing 737-800BCF (Boeing Converted Freighters) in 2025. This growth strategy includes the addition of two or three aircraft specifically for its subsidiary, Texel Air Australasia, based in New Zealand.
Akasa Air, India’s newest low-cost carrier, has initiated discussions with Boeing to accelerate the delivery of additional aircraft, aiming to expand its fleet significantly by the end of the current fiscal year in March 2025. The airline is positioning itself to cater to the growing domestic and international travel demand in the region.
Thai Airways International has successfully completed the issuance of 5.1 billion additional common shares, a significant step in its business rehabilitation plan and capital restructuring efforts. This move aims to fortify the airline’s financial stability as it continues its recovery from financial challenges and positions itself for long-term sustainability.
Air China has announced plans to inject US$200 million into its subsidiary Air Macau as part of efforts to strengthen the airline’s financial foundation. The Macau government, holding a 21.5% share in Air Macau, will contribute an additional $42.4 million, aligning with its ownership stake.
The Swedish Competition Authority has decided to cease its investigation into the cooperation agreement between SAS (Scandinavian Airlines) and BRA (Braathens Regional Airlines). The agreement, which had been under regulatory scrutiny, will no longer face legal challenges from the authority.
