India is actively encouraging its airlines to explore potential investments in Air Mauritius, following a direct request from the island nation for increased support and enhanced connectivity. Air Mauritius is grappling with a negative equity of $237 million, marking a severe financial crisis for the carrier that has long played a crucial role in connecting the Indian subcontinent with the…
Kenya Airways has secured critical financial relief as its 2024 annual report reveals the Kenyan government granted a waiver on both interest and principal repayments through June 2025. This move aims to ease the ongoing financial pressures faced by the national carrier, which has been battling persistent losses and high operational costs.
Kenya Airways is navigating significant operational challenges while planning future fleet expansion, according to COO George Kamal. Three of the airline’s nine B787 aircraft are currently grounded as the carrier awaits deliveries of GE engines, expected to arrive from August 2025. Despite these challenges, Kenya Airways remains proactive in updating and expanding its fleet. The airline currently operates eight B737-800s, having received…
Surinam Airways is enhancing its cargo operations with the lease acquisition of a Boeing 737‑800F, serial 33719, from leasing company BBAM (US). This marks the airline’s first foray into dedicated freighter services, signaling a new strategic direction in its operational capabilities.
LATAM Brasil has taken delivery of a leased Airbus A320neo, serial 8688, featuring Pratt & Whitney PW1127G‑JMengines. This delivery strengthens the airline’s narrow-body fleet, enhancing its capacity and efficiency in domestic and regional operations.
ITA Airways (Italy) has taken delivery of a new A220‑300, serial 55358, equipped with Pratt & Whitney PW1521G‑3engines. This addition enhances the airline’s medium-haul fleet, offering improved fuel efficiency and passenger comfort.
Air Tahiti (French Polynesia) has taken delivery of a new ATR72-600 aircraft, serial 1181718. This move bolsters the airline’s regional fleet and strengthens its ability to provide reliable air connectivity throughout the region.
Air Montenegro has announced that it has wet leased one Airbus A320 (serial number 4973) from Danish Air Transport (DAT). The lease agreement is in place until at least 10 June 2025, highlighting the airline’s efforts to maintain operational flexibility and meet passenger demand during the busy summer season.
Aeroflot Group (Russia) has announced that it expects to complete insurance settlements with foreign lessors covering 36 aircraft in its fleet. According to CEO Sergei Aleksandrovsky, all commercial terms of these settlements have already been finalized, paving the way for a resolution to long-standing issues stemming from the grounding of foreign-leased aircraft in Russia.
Etihad has recently expanded its fleet with the delivery of one Boeing 787-9 aircraft, registered as A6-BNH. This aircraft is powered by GEnx-1B74/75 engines, known for their improved fuel efficiency and environmental performance. The delivery marks a significant milestone for Etihad, as the airline continues to modernize its long-haul fleet with state-of-the-art, fuel-efficient aircraft.
