Azorra, a US-based aircraft lessor, has delivered the first of four Airbus A220-300s to Animawings, a Romanian airline. The aircraft, identified by serial number 55316, is powered by Pratt & Whitney PW1500G engines, and it marks the first A220 to operate from Romania.
AirAsia, the Malaysia-based low-cost carrier, has taken delivery of two Airbus A321neos, identified by serial numbers 12258 and 12154. Both aircraft are powered by LEAP-1A32 engines, manufactured by CFM International, reinforcing AirAsia’s commitment to expanding its modern and fuel-efficient fleet.
Air Caraïbes, based in Guadeloupe, has taken delivery of its fourth Airbus A350-1000, identified by serial number 600. The aircraft is powered by Rolls-Royce Trent XWB-97 engines, further enhancing the airline’s modern and fuel-efficient long-haul fleet.
Air Arabia, based in the UAE, has taken delivery of one Airbus A320, identified by serial number 5675. The aircraft, acquired on lease, is powered by CFM56-5B4/3 engines, further enhancing the airline’s operational efficiency and fleet capabilities.
Air Belgium is set to further expand its cargo operations with the addition of two Boeing 747-400 freighters (B747-400Fs). This move comes following a recent acquisition, underscoring the airline’s commitment to strengthening its cargo capacity and enhancing its operational reach.
Afrijet – Fly Gabon, a leading carrier in Central Africa, has announced plans to expand its fleet from the current seven aircraft to 12 by 2031. The growth strategy begins with the addition of a new ATR42-600, scheduled for delivery in August 2025.
WestJet, the Canadian carrier, has officially launched nonstop service between Toronto and Grenada, starting on 15 December 2024. This new route connects Canada’s largest city with the Caribbean destination, catering to growing demand for leisure travel to Grenada.
Uzbekistan Airways has announced the launch of its inaugural Tashkent–Sanya route, scheduled for 18 December 2024. The service will initially be operated with an Airbus A321neo, with a planned switch to the larger Boeing 787-8 shortly thereafter to accommodate growing passenger demand.
Turkish Airlines has announced the launch of new flights connecting Istanbul Airport to Benghazi, Libya, beginning 14 January 2025. The route will be operated with the airline’s Boeing 737-800 and Boeing 737-900 aircraft, marking a key addition to its network in North Africa.
Turkish Airlines is set to launch a weekly freighter service connecting its Istanbul base to Mexico City’s AIFA(Felipe Ángeles International Airport) via a US gateway. The operation is scheduled to begin in January or February 2025, marking an expansion of the airline’s cargo network in the Americas.
