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Express Cargo Airlines Adds Second Boeing 737-300F to Fleet

Express Cargo Airlines, an Indonesian cargo operator, has expanded its fleet with the addition of a second Boeing 737-300F, serial number 28200. The aircraft was acquired from fellow Indonesian operator Black Stone Airlines, marking another step in Express Cargo Airlines’ growth strategy.

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DHL Aviation Adds Airbus A300B4-600F to Fleet

DHL Aviation, a global leader in air cargo logistics, has expanded its fleet with the addition of an Airbus A300B4-600F, serial number 772. The aircraft will be operated by EAT Leipzig, DHL’s European Air Transport subsidiary, and is powered by PW4158 engines, known for their reliability and efficiency.

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Total Linhas Aéreas to Reactivate ATR 42-500 Aircraft After 10-Year Hiatus

Total Linhas Aéreas, a Brazilian airline, is set to reactivate its ATR 42-500 aircraft, serial number 610, which has been grounded since 2014. The aircraft was initially taken out of service following a takeoff incident at Urucu Airport, where it collided with an animal on the runway, resulting in significant damage.

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SMBC Aviation Capital Leases Three Airbus A220-300 Aircraft to Breeze Airways

SMBC Aviation Capital, a leading aircraft leasing company based in Ireland, has entered into lease agreements with Breeze Airways, a U.S.-based airline, for three Airbus A220-300 aircraft. The delivery schedule is set to commence with the first two aircraft arriving in November and December 2024, followed by the final aircraft in early 2025.

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Japan Airlines Plans Regional Jet Orders in 2025 with Deliveries Starting in Fiscal Year 2028

Japan Airlines (JAL) is preparing to place orders for regional jets in 2025, with the first deliveries anticipated in its fiscal year 2028, which begins on April 1, 2028. This strategic move aims to modernize JAL’s domestic fleet and improve regional connectivity across Japan.

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FlyOne to Expand Fleet with Leased Airbus A320 from SMBC Aviation Capital

FlyOne, Moldova’s leading airline, is preparing to expand its fleet with the addition of an Airbus A320, bearing the serial number 4894. This aircraft is being leased from SMBC Aviation Capital, a prominent aircraft leasing company based in Ireland. The A320 is equipped with CFM56-5B4/3 engines, known for their efficiency and reliability.

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Fly2Sky Signs Three-Year Wet Lease Agreement with SkyUp Airlines

Fly2Sky, a Bulgarian charter airline, has signed a three-year wet lease agreement with SkyUp Airlines of Ukraine, providing aircraft to support SkyUp’s growing operations. The deal includes the wet lease of two Airbus A320s for the full three years and two Airbus A321s, which will remain in service until October 31, 2025.

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Bangkok Airways Considers A220 or E2 to Replace A319/A320 Fleet

Bangkok Airways, a regional airline based in Thailand, is evaluating options to replace its aging fleet of 11 Airbus A319s and two A320s with either the Airbus A220 or the Embraer E2. A final decision is expected by the end of 2024, with aircraft deliveries anticipated to begin in 2026 at the earliest. This move reflects Bangkok Airways’ commitment to modernizing its fleet and enhancing operational…

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Azul Plans Expanded Fleet Growth with A330-900s and E2 Deliveries in 2025

Azul, the Brazilian airline, has updated its fleet expansion plans for 2025, which include the delivery of additional A330-900 aircraft directly from its orderbook in December 2025. The carrier also expects 12-15 Embraer E2 jets to arrive throughout the year, though some of these deliveries may slip into early 2026. Overall, Azul projects a 10% increase in capacity in 2025, signaling a significant step…