Air Antilles, the regional carrier based in Guadeloupe, is facing a major setback in its commercial development efforts as its CEO accuses Corsair and Air France of refusing to sign interline agreements. These agreements are seen as essential to the airline’s strategy to integrate into broader international networks and offer seamless connectivity for passengers.
U.S. President Donald Trump has announced a new wave of tariffs targeting nearly all of the United States’ major trading partners, signaling a dramatic escalation in the administration’s protectionist trade policy. The measures include a 34% tariff on imports from China and a 20% tariff on European Union goods, among other significant trade barriers.
Flybondi, Argentina’s leading ultra-low-cost carrier, has been sued by the Argentine justice system over allegations that it failed to comply with a directive issued by ANAC (Administración Nacional de Aviación Civil) to temporarily suspend its aircraft maintenance operations at Ezeiza International Airport in October 2024. The legal action also places significant focus on ANAC authorities, who are being primarily targeted in the lawsuit.
American Airlines Group has announced the appointment of Anthony Richmond as Executive Vice President, Corporate Affairs, and Chief Legal Officer, effective 05 May 2025. This key leadership transition reinforces the company’s strategic emphasis on corporate governance, regulatory affairs, and legal compliance as it navigates a complex and evolving global aviation environment.
Air Moana, based in French Polynesia, has recently been confirmed to receive State support totaling US$5.4 million. This financial assistance aims to bolster the airline’s operations amid ongoing economic challenges. However, the decision has sparked significant controversy, particularly with Air Tahiti, another major carrier in the region.
GOL Airlines, a leading Brazilian carrier, has successfully negotiated a resolution with the Bank of Utah concerning claims tied to the lease agreements of several aircraft in its fleet. This agreement covers two Boeing 737-800s with serials 34997 and 34998, and three Boeing 737-8s with serials 44008, 44023, and 44031.
Boeing, the aerospace giant, is taking steps to withdraw from a previous agreement to plead guilty in a high-profile criminal case. This case charged Boeing with deceiving aviation regulators about the safety features of its B737 MAXaircraft, which was linked to two deadly crashes that tragically claimed 346 lives.
CDB Aviation, a prominent global aircraft leasing company based in Ireland, has successfully reached agreements with two of its insurers, Fidelis Insurance (Bermuda) and Ping An Insurance (China), regarding the resolution of claims related to aircraft detained in Russia. Additionally, discussions with another insurer, Chubb (Switzerland), are reported to be in an advanced stage.
Air Lease Corporation (ALC) and several of its subsidiaries have successfully negotiated settlement agreements with a number of insurers, resulting in a substantial cash inflow of $328.5 million. These settlements are a significant part of ALC’s efforts to recuperate losses stemming from its $791.0 million write-off related to its aircraft interests that were detained in Russia.
SpiceJet is once again under legal scrutiny as it faces fresh insolvency proceedings initiated by BBN Airlines Indonesia. The dispute centers on unpaid lease rentals amounting to US$5.9 million, marking another financial challenge for the Indian low-cost carrier.
