Air Albania (Albania) has taken delivery of one Boeing B737-800, bearing serial number 40880, through a wet lease agreement with SkyUp Airlines (Ukraine). The aircraft is powered by CFM56-7B26E engines, reinforcing the airline’s narrowbody fleet.
SriLankan Airlines reported a $6.6 million net loss for the seven months ending October 2024, as net traffic revenue fell 14.9% to $517.3 million. The decline reflects weaker demand and financial struggles, continuing the airline’s challenging financial trajectory.
Etihad (UAE) has reported a significant surge in profitability for 2024, with net profit tripling to $476 million and revenues increasing 25% to $6.9 billion. The airline’s financial performance underscores strong passenger demand, strategic cost efficiencies, and expansion in key markets.
Thai Airways International is preparing for a major international expansion as it nears the completion of its debt restructuring process in late 2025. Debt administrator Piyasvasti Amranand has outlined plans for network growth, positioning the airline for stronger global competition.
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has proposed to authorize an alliance between Virgin Australia and Qatar Airways, enabling the two carriers to engage in cooperative operations under an integrated partnership for five years.
Malaysia Airlines has expanded its fleet with the delivery of a Boeing B737-8, bearing serial number 68123. The aircraft is leased and powered by LEAP-1B27 engines, offering enhanced fuel efficiency and operational performance.
LAM (Mozambique) has shortlisted 14 companies in the first phase of its tender process to acquire Embraer E190 and Boeing B737-700 aircraft. The number of aircraft to be acquired is expected to be between three and eight, supporting the airline’s fleet modernization and expansion strategy.
Kenya Airways has taken delivery of a Boeing B737-800, serial 39604, on lease from DAE Capital (UAE), marking the resumption of its fleet expansion strategy.
Ethiopian Airlines has expanded its fleet with the delivery of a Boeing B737-8, bearing serial number 66151. The aircraft is powered by LEAP-1B engines, providing enhanced fuel efficiency and operational performance.
Air India Express has expanded its fleet with the addition of four leased Airbus aircraft, comprising three A320s and one A320neo. The A320s—with serial numbers 6446, 6690, and 6715—are powered by CFM56-5B4/3 engines, while the A320neo, serial 11779, is equipped with LEAP-1A26 engines.
