Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) is facing operational challenges with 17 of its 34 aircraft grounded due to a critical shortage of spare parts. The grounded fleet includes seven Boeing 777s, seven Airbus A320s, and three ATRs, significantly impacting the airline’s capacity to maintain its scheduled operations.
Malaysia Airlines, the national carrier of Malaysia, has taken delivery of a Boeing 737-8, identified by serial number 66371. The aircraft is powered by LEAP-1B27 engines and is leased to support the airline’s growing operational needs and fleet modernization strategy.
ITA Airways, the national carrier of Italy, has taken delivery of an Airbus A220-300, identified by serial number 55317. This aircraft is powered by PW1521G-3 engines, a state-of-the-art propulsion system renowned for its efficiency and performance.
EgyptAir, the national carrier of Egypt, has taken delivery of a Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, expanding its fleet with a state-of-the-art long-haul aircraft. The aircraft, registered as SU-GFZ, is powered by Trent 1000-J3 engines, renowned for their efficiency and reliability in long-haul operations.
Malaysia Airlines and Uzbekistan Airways have officially announced the reinstatement of their codeshare partnership, marking a significant step in improving connectivity between Southeast Asia and Central Asia. The partnership, initially formed years ago, was temporarily suspended but has now been revived to meet growing travel demands.
Aeromexico has bolstered its fleet with the addition of one Boeing 737-8, serial 66641, powered by LEAP-1B28 engines. This delivery marks another step in Aeromexico’s ongoing efforts to modernize its fleet with fuel-efficient, next-generation aircraft.
Korean Air has announced its plan to complete the integration of Asiana Airlines within the next two years, following the successful acquisition of a 63.88% ownership stake in its subsidiary. This acquisition marks a significant milestone in Korean Air’s strategic expansion and consolidation in the South Korean aviation market.
Turkish Airlines achieved significant growth in November 2024, recording an 8.3% increase in passengers compared to the same period last year. The airline transported a total of 6.5 million passengers during the month, reflecting its robust operational capacity and demand recovery in the aviation sector.
Kuwait Airways has taken delivery of its first Airbus A330-900, marking a significant milestone as the first airline in the Middle East to operate this advanced aircraft. The delivery of the A330-900, with serial 2081, represents a major step forward in the airline’s fleet modernization program.
Korean Air has further strengthened its fleet with the addition of a new Airbus A321neo, featuring advanced technology and efficiency. The aircraft, with serial 12111, is powered by PW1130G-JM engines, a testament to the airline’s commitment to adopting state-of-the-art aviation solutions.
