Air Transat, a Canadian airline, has taken delivery of an Airbus A320 on wet lease from Smartwings, a carrier based in Czechia. The aircraft, identified by serial number 3762, is powered by CFM56-5B4 engines, a popular and reliable choice for narrow-body aircraft.
Air Dolomiti, a regional carrier based in Italy, has taken delivery of an Embraer E190, further expanding its fleet. The aircraft, identified by serial number 19000341, is powered by CF34-10E5 engines, known for their efficiency and reliability in regional operations.
SpiceJet, a leading airline based in India, has announced the clearance of all pending employee provident fund dues, totaling $18.8 million. This settlement addresses payments that had been pending for over two years, signaling the airline’s commitment to fulfilling its obligations to its employees.
Regional Plus Wings, a regional airline based in Japan, reported a 44.9% decline in consolidated net profit, reaching $17.3 million for the April–September 2024 period. The decline comes amid challenging market conditions and rising operational costs, affecting the airline’s financial performance.
Akasa Air, a fast-growing airline based in India, will receive a capital injection of $130-140 million following a minority stake sale to a consortium of Indian investors, including Premji Invest and Claypond Capital. This strategic move underscores the airline’s commitment to expansion and strengthening its financial position.
Malaysia Airlines and Uzbekistan Airways have officially announced the reinstatement of their codeshare partnership, marking a significant step in improving connectivity between Southeast Asia and Central Asia. The partnership, initially formed years ago, was temporarily suspended but has now been revived to meet growing travel demands.
EPCOR (Netherlands) and Philippine Airlines (Philippines) have announced a strategic partnership for the maintenance of Auxiliary Power Units (APUs) for Philippine Airlines’ A320 fleet. This agreement specifically focuses on the APU131-9A, a critical component ensuring reliable onboard power and system functionality.
Spirit Airlines, a major US-based low-cost carrier, has filed a motion to initiate sale/leaseback transactions with JSA International US Holdings. These transactions involve up to four Airbus A321neo aircraft, serials 12324, 12330, 12333, and 12425, currently scheduled for delivery to Spirit between December 17, 2024, and April 2025.
SMBC Aviation Capital, a leading aircraft leasing company based in Ireland, has announced the delivery of the first Airbus A220-300, serial 55318, to Breeze Airways, a rapidly expanding US-based airline. This aircraft is the first of three A220-300s scheduled for delivery under their leasing agreement.
Sky Airline, a leading carrier in Chile, has expanded its fleet with the delivery of a brand-new Airbus A320neo, serial number 12319. The aircraft, leased as part of Sky Airline’s ongoing fleet modernization strategy, is powered by LEAP-1A26 engines, known for their fuel efficiency and low environmental impact.
