British Airways has expanded its narrowbody fleet with the delivery of a new Airbus A320neo, bearing serial 12441. The aircraft is powered by LEAP-1A26 engines, offering greater fuel efficiency and lower emissions, in line with the airline’s sustainability goals.
Bahamasair, the national airline of The Bahamas, is exploring plans to expand and modernize its fleet by potentially acquiring up to ten Airbus A220 aircraft. This strategic move aims to reduce operational costs by 13-15% and enhance the airline’s service offerings.
Altavair, a leading global aviation asset manager, has announced the successful delivery of a Boeing 777-300ER to Ethiopian Airlines, achieved through a strategic partnership with Boeing and Marathon Asset Management. In this transaction, Altavair served as the arranger, structurer, and servicer, while Marathon Asset Management provided the capital, and Ethiopian Airlines took on the role…
Air France CEO Anne Rigail has raised concerns over the French government’s 2025 budget, which includes a sharp increase in the solidarity tax on airline tickets. She warns that this move could lead to a $100 million revenue decline, impacting the airline’s profitability and competitiveness.
British Airways is currently facing operational challenges as four of its Boeing 787 aircraft remain grounded due to ongoing issues with Rolls-Royce Trent 1000 engines. These engine problems have led to significant disruptions in the airline’s flight schedules.
The Association of Asia Pacific Airlines (AAPA) has announced that Air New Zealand has joined the organization, becoming its 18th member. This move strengthens Air New Zealand’s engagement with other leading carriers in the Asia Pacific region.
Air New Zealand has expanded its fleet by leasing three Boeing 777s to address capacity challenges caused by engine constraints. These aircraft will help maintain operational efficiency and meet passenger demand.
Turkish Airlines saw a strong start to 2025, reporting a passenger count of 6.8 million in January, marking an 8.2% increase compared to the same period in 2024.
Air New Zealand reported a slight decline in passenger numbers in December 2024, carrying 1.6 million passengers, reflecting a 0.6% decrease compared to the same period in the previous year.
Emirates, the largest customer for the Boeing 777X, is preparing for additional delays in the delivery of its 205 aircraftorder. Initially scheduled for arrival in 2020, repeated postponements have pushed the expected first deliveries to no earlier than the second quarter of 2027, with the possibility of further delays extending into 2028.
