Josef Gostner, the chief executive of Sky Alps, an Italian regional airline, is currently under investigation by the public prosecutor’s office. The probe is part of a broader inquiry into alleged crimes against public administration in the Trentino-South Tyrol region aimed at enforcing economic interests.
Nok Air, a budget carrier based in Thailand, has amended its business rehabilitation plan, implementing critical changes to ensure financial recovery. The updated plan includes revised loan facilities, adjusted repayment terms to lessors, and an extension of the implementation timeline by one year, now running until September 2027.
Kenya Airways has announced the resignation of James David Kabeberi from his role as a director. Kabeberi also served as the Chairman of the Board Audit and Risk Committee, a critical position overseeing the airline’s governance and financial risk management. His departure marks a significant change in Kenya Airways’ leadership, as Kabeberi brought extensive experience in corporate governance and…
euroAtlantic Airways, a Portuguese charter airline, is reportedly in discussions with ANAC (Brazilian National Civil Aviation Agency) about plans to establish a subsidiary in Brazil. The proposed subsidiary would focus on operating regular domestic passenger flights, signaling the airline’s ambition to enter the Brazilian domestic market.
Air Tanzania has been added to the European Commission’s list of banned operators, prohibiting the airline from operating flights to and from the European Union due to safety concerns. This move underscores the EU’s stringent aviation safety regulations and its commitment to ensuring the highest safety standards for passengers and operators within its airspace.
The Canadian government has reportedly sold its 6% stake in Air Canada, which it had acquired in 2021 for $350 million as part of a bailout package to support the airline during the COVID-19 pandemic. This move marks a significant development in the relationship between the government and the nation’s flagship carrier.
The Nivelles enterprise court has approved the takeover of Air Belgium by Peso Aviation Management (Netherlands) and Air One Holding International (UK). The new ownership marks a significant shift for the Belgian carrier, which will now focus exclusively on cargo operations. The restructuring will also see the workforce reduced from 401 employees to 197, reflecting the streamlined focus on cargo services.
United Airlines, a major US carrier, has expanded its fleet with the delivery of a Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, identified by serial number 38276. The aircraft is equipped with GEnx-1B76A engines, known for their superior fuel efficiency and performance on long-haul routes. Additionally, United Express, the regional subsidiary of United Airlines, has taken delivery of an Embraer E175, serial number 17000980. The…
Sunwing Airlines, a Canadian leisure carrier, has taken delivery of a Boeing 737-800, identified by serial number 38025, on wet lease from Smartwings (Czechia). The aircraft is powered by CFM56-7B26E engines, a highly reliable and efficient propulsion system widely used in the Boeing 737 family.
Starlux Airlines, a premium carrier based in Taiwan, has taken delivery of an Airbus A350-900, identified by serial number 698. The aircraft is powered by Trent XWB-84 engines, renowned for their fuel efficiency and long-haul performance.
