Air Antilles, the regional carrier based in Guadeloupe, is facing a major setback in its commercial development efforts as its CEO accuses Corsair and Air France of refusing to sign interline agreements. These agreements are seen as essential to the airline’s strategy to integrate into broader international networks and offer seamless connectivity for passengers.
Flybondi, Argentina’s leading ultra-low-cost carrier, has been sued by the Argentine justice system over allegations that it failed to comply with a directive issued by ANAC (Administración Nacional de Aviación Civil) to temporarily suspend its aircraft maintenance operations at Ezeiza International Airport in October 2024. The legal action also places significant focus on ANAC authorities, who are being primarily targeted in the lawsuit.
Korean Air has confirmed that four out of its ten Airbus A220-300s have been grounded due to ongoing engine-related issues, which are expected to impact its domestic operations during summer 2025. The affected aircraft include serial numbers 55022, 55049, 55019, and 55031.
GOL Airlines, a leading Brazilian carrier, has successfully negotiated a resolution with the Bank of Utah concerning claims tied to the lease agreements of several aircraft in its fleet. This agreement covers two Boeing 737-800s with serials 34997 and 34998, and three Boeing 737-8s with serials 44008, 44023, and 44031.
Kenya Airways, a major player in African aviation, is currently facing significant operational hurdles with its fleet of Boeing 787 Dreamliners. According to CEO Allan Kilavuka, three of these aircraft have not been airborne since February 2025, primarily due to the airline’s challenges in securing the appropriate engines and spare parts.
Air Lease Corporation (ALC) and several of its subsidiaries have successfully negotiated settlement agreements with a number of insurers, resulting in a substantial cash inflow of $328.5 million. These settlements are a significant part of ALC’s efforts to recuperate losses stemming from its $791.0 million write-off related to its aircraft interests that were detained in Russia.
SpiceJet is once again under legal scrutiny as it faces fresh insolvency proceedings initiated by BBN Airlines Indonesia. The dispute centers on unpaid lease rentals amounting to US$5.9 million, marking another financial challenge for the Indian low-cost carrier.
Aegean Airlines anticipates continued operational disruptions from GTF engine problems for at least another two years, extending into 2027. The airline projects that the peak of these challenges will occur in 2026, when up to 13 or 14 aircraft may be grounded simultaneously due to Pratt & Whitney’s PW1000G engine reliability issues.
Air India CEO Campbell Wilson anticipates that the global shortage of aircraft, which is currently hampering airline growth worldwide, will continue for at least the next four to five years.
The National Civil Aviation Agency of Brazil (ANAC) has officially suspended the operations of VoePass due to violations of established safety conditions. The regulatory body determined that the carrier failed to meet critical safety requirements, leading to the immediate halt of its activities.
