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Avolon Leases Six Boeing 737 MAX 8s to Royal Air Maroc

Avolon, one of the world’s leading aircraft leasing companies, has finalized an agreement to lease six Boeing 737-8 MAX aircraft to Royal Air Maroc, marking its first transaction with Morocco’s national airline. The deal underscores both companies’ commitment to supporting long-term aviation growth across Africa and enhancing the region’s international connectivity.

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Air India Adds 174 Weekly Flights in Winter 2025 Schedule

Air India has announced a significant expansion to its network with the addition of 174 weekly flights under its Northern Winter Schedule, effective 26 October 2025. The increase will strengthen connectivity across key domestic destinations and short-haul international routes, meeting rising travel demand within India and to Southeast Asia.

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Lufthansa City Airlines Prepares to Take Delivery of New Airbus A320neo

Lufthansa City Airlines is set to further expand its fleet with the upcoming delivery of a new Airbus A320neo, manufacturer serial number (MSN 12792), as the airline continues its rapid development under the Lufthansa Groupumbrella. The addition underscores the group’s commitment to operating a modern, efficient, and environmentally sustainable fleet across its European network.

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Air China Prepares to Take Delivery of New Airbus A319neo

Air China is set to expand its narrowbody fleet with the upcoming delivery of a new Airbus A319neo, manufacturer serial number (MSN 12678), as part of its ongoing fleet modernization program. The A319-153N variant is optimized for regional and high-altitude operations, offering enhanced performance and efficiency over earlier models.

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Air Astana CEO Peter Foster to Retire in March 2026

Air Astana has announced that Peter Foster, its long-serving Chief Executive Officer, will retire from the position and from the company’s Board of Directors at the end of March 2026. Following his retirement, Foster will continue to contribute to the airline’s future as Senior Advisor to the Board of Directors, maintaining a strategic connection with the group he helped transform into one…

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Etihad Airways Marks Record Week With Four New Route Launches

Etihad Airways has celebrated a historic milestone with the successful completion of four new route launches within a single week, culminating in a sold-out inaugural flight to Krabi, Thailand. The launches—Sumatra (Medan) on 2 October, Phnom Penh on 3 October, Addis Ababa on 8 October, and Krabi on 9 October—mark a bold step in the airline’s expansion strategy and reflect growing global demand for travel through Abu Dhabi.

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Etihad Reports Strong September 2025 Traffic Growth

Etihad Airways reported another month of solid growth in September 2025, reflecting continued demand strength and disciplined capacity expansion. The airline carried 1.9 million passengers, representing a 21% year-on-year increase, while maintaining a strong load factor of 89%, one percentage point higher than in the same period last year.

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Aeroflot Group Reports September 2025 Operating Results

Aeroflot Group has released its operating results for September 2025, reporting a total of 5.0 million passengers, representing a 5.7% decline compared to the same month in 2024. The company attributed the decrease to external factors influencing operational performance, though key efficiency metrics remained strong.

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Oman Air Prepares To Take Delivery Of New Boeing 737-8 MAX

Oman Air is set to further modernize its single-aisle fleet with the upcoming delivery of a Boeing 737-8 MAX, continuing the airline’s strategic focus on operational efficiency and elevated passenger experience. The new aircraft, MSN 63371, will carry the registration A40-MQ and represents the latest step in the carrier’s long-term renewal program.

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Aeromexico Prepares To Take Delivery Of New Boeing 737-8 MAX

Aeromexico is set to expand its next-generation fleet with the upcoming delivery of a new Boeing 737-8 MAX, continuing the carrier’s long-term renewal strategy to enhance efficiency and passenger experience. The aircraft, MSN 62959, will be registered as XA-AMH and is part of Aeromexico’s sustained investment in the Boeing 737 MAX family.