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Iberojet to Launch Exclusive Madrid–Delhi Flights in April 2025

Iberojet, the Spanish leisure airline, has announced plans to launch direct flights between Madrid and Delhi starting in April 2025. This new route will make Iberojet the only airline offering direct flights between Spain and India, reinstating a connection that has been absent since August 2020, when Air India ceased its Madrid–Delhi service. 

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British Airways Launches London Gatwick–Bangkok Service

British Airways has inaugurated its new direct service from London Gatwick to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi, with the first Boeing 777 flight touching down in Bangkok on October 28, 2024. This new route connects two major international hubs, offering travelers a convenient, non-stop option between the United Kingdom and Thailand.

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Armenian Airlines to Resume Yerevan–Batumi Service on December 26

Armenian Airlines has announced it will resume its Yerevan–Batumi service on December 26, 2024, providing travelers with a convenient route connecting Armenia’s capital with the popular Georgian coastal city. The airline will operate this route with an Airbus A321, a model well-suited for accommodating high passenger volumes with comfort and efficiency on short regional flights.

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Air Tanzania to Launch Dar es Salaam–Johannesburg Route on November 30

Air Tanzania is set to expand its network with the launch of a new route between Dar es Salaam and Johannesburg, scheduled to commence on November 30, 2024. The airline will operate this route with a Boeing 737-9, a model known for its fuel efficiency and passenger comfort, supporting Air Tanzania’s goal to provide a…

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Air India Cancels 60 U.S. Flights Amid Maintenance and Supply Chain Delays

Air India has announced the cancellation of approximately 60 flights to and from major U.S. cities, including San Francisco, Washington D.C., Chicago, Newark, and New York, scheduled between November 15 and December 31. The cancellations come as the airline faces prolonged delays in aircraft maintenance and ongoing global supply chain disruptions, which have impacted its…

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Aerolineas Argentinas Privatization Draws Interest from GOL, Abra Group, and German Efromovich

The potential privatization of Aerolineas Argentinas, the national airline of Argentina, is attracting significant interest from key players in the aviation industry. GOL Linhas Aéreas of Brazil, the UK-based Abra Group, and industry veteran German Efromovich are reported to be evaluating the opportunity to invest in the airline. However, before any transactions can take place,…

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Turkish Airlines Expands Fleet with New Airbus A321neo Delivery

Turkish Airlines has strengthened its fleet with the recent delivery of an Airbus A321neo, serial number 12157, powered by Pratt & Whitney PW1133G-JM engines. This fuel-efficient aircraft aligns with Turkish Airlines’ growth strategy and its commitment to sustainable operations, enabling the airline to reduce fuel consumption and emissions across high-demand routes.

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Aergo Capital Acquires Airbus A320-200 Leased to Iberia

Aergo Capital Limited, a Dublin-based aircraft leasing company, has announced the acquisition of an Airbus A320-200 aircraft, bearing manufacturer serial number 5692. The aircraft, managed by SMBC Aviation Capital, is currently on lease to Iberia, Spain’s flagship carrier.

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Air Canada Reports Third Quarter 2024 Financial Results

Air Canada has released its financial results for the third quarter of 2024, reporting operating revenues of $6.1 billion, a 4% decrease compared to the same period in 2023. The airline achieved an operating income of $1.04 billion and an adjusted EBITDA of $1.523 billion, reflecting year-over-year declines of $375 million and $307 million, respectively.