Iran Air, the national carrier of Iran, has officially resumed its service between Tehran Imam Khomeini International Airport and Dubai as of 15 November 2024. This route is operated using the Airbus A319, marking an important step in restoring connectivity between Iran and the UAE.
Royal Air Maroc, Morocco’s national carrier, has taken delivery of a new Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, serial number 64981. This delivery marks another step in the airline’s ambitious fleet expansion plan, which includes an order for ten B787-9 aircraft.
Emirates, the UAE’s flagship carrier, has officially taken delivery of its first Airbus A350, serial number 684. This milestone marks the beginning of an extensive fleet expansion, with a total of 65 A350 aircraft scheduled for delivery in the coming years.
Air New Zealand has revealed that it does not expect significant improvements in aircraft availability until 2026, citing ongoing challenges with its fleet of Boeing 787-9 and Airbus A320neo aircraft. These availability issues have impacted the carrier’s operational capacity and ability to meet growing passenger demand.
ITA Airways (Italy) chairman Antonino Turicchi has expressed optimism that the airline will secure final approval for its acquisition by Lufthansa Group (Germany) from the European Commission (EC) before the end of 2024. This approval marks a critical step in solidifying Lufthansa’s stake in the Italian national carrier.
Uganda Airlines is set to enhance its operations with the wet lease of an Airbus A320, identified by serial number 6733, from DAT (Denmark). The aircraft is expected to arrive by the end of November 2024, serving as an interim solution until the delivery of two A320neos in June 2025.
Ethiopian Airlines, Africa’s largest carrier, is set to deliver two Boeing 737 MAX aircraft to support the launch of Air Congo, a new joint venture airline in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). The new airline is scheduled to begin operations in December 2024.
Air Astana, Kazakhstan’s national airline, has announced the buyback of 4.1 million shares and Global Depositary Receipts (GDRs) in November 2024. The transaction, valued at $11.9 million, is part of the airline’s ongoing strategy to manage its financial structure and enhance shareholder value.
Etihad Airways, the national carrier of the United Arab Emirates, has exercised its option to acquire three additional Airbus A350F freighters, bringing its total order to 10 aircraft. This move aligns with Etihad’s ambitious plans to expand its cargo operations significantly over the next five years.
Turkish Airlines has announced a significant capital injection of $434 million into its subsidiary AJet, marking a strategic move to support AJet’s expansion and operational growth. The investment underscores Turkish Airlines’ commitment to enhancing the capabilities and market presence of its subsidiary.
