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Kenya Airways Forecasts Revenue Hit Over B787 Grounding

Kenya Airways has projected a decline in its 2025 financial year revenues, attributing the shortfall to the prolonged grounding of two Boeing 787-8 aircraft. The airline cites ongoing engine maintenance delays as the root cause, which has significantly impacted its available seat capacity and network performance.

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Qatar Airways and Kenya Airways Sign Strategic Partnership

Qatar Airways and Kenya Airways have announced the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to form a comprehensive strategic partnership. The agreement aims to strengthen ties between the two national carriers by launching a codeshare arrangement and expanding flight frequencies between Kenya and Doha. This partnership is designed to enhance connectivity for passengers across both networks, providing improved access to each…

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Air Botswana Appoints Dane Kondic as Chairman

Air Botswana, the flag carrier of Botswana, has appointed seasoned airline executive Dane Kondic as its new Chairman, tasking him with steering the airline through a critical recovery and restructuring phase. This leadership change comes as the carrier seeks to improve performance, rebuild market confidence, and position itself for sustainable growth.

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Turkish Airlines Takes Delivery of Leased A320

Turkish Airlines has taken delivery of a leased Airbus A320, bearing serial number 5605, powered by V2527-A5engines from International Aero Engines (IAE). The addition supports the airline’s short-haul and regional network expansion, particularly on high-frequency intra-European and domestic routes.

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Singapore Airlines Takes Delivery of B737-8

Singapore Airlines has added one Boeing 737-8, serial number 44266, to its fleet, powered by LEAP-1B27 engines from CFM International. This delivery reinforces the airline’s investment in next-generation narrowbody aircraft and supports regional route development across Southeast Asia and the Indian subcontinent.

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Qantas Takes Delivery of First A321XLR

Qantas, the flag carrier of Australia, has taken delivery of its first Airbus A321XLR, serial number 12323, as part of a major fleet renewal and network expansion initiative. The aircraft is powered by Pratt & Whitney PW1133GAR-JM engines and represents the first of 28 units ordered by the airline.

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Croatia Airlines Takes Delivery of A220-300

Croatia Airlines has taken delivery of one new Airbus A220-300, bearing serial number 55363, as part of its fleet renewal and modernization strategy. The aircraft is powered by Pratt & Whitney PW1521G-3 engines and marks a key milestone in the airline’s transition to a single-type narrowbody fleet.

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British Airways Takes Delivery of A321neo

British Airways has expanded its single-aisle fleet with the delivery of one Airbus A321neo, bearing serial number 12648. The aircraft is powered by LEAP-1A32 engines developed by CFM International, continuing the airline’s strategy of upgrading its narrowbody fleet with more efficient and environmentally friendly aircraft.