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flyadeal Eyes Expansion to India, China, and Southeast Asia

flyadeal, a low-cost carrier based in Saudi Arabia, has announced plans to expand its international footprint by targeting new markets in India, China, and Southeast Asia. The airline has expressed a particular interest in launching services to India within the next 12 months, with additional routes to China and Southeast Asia to follow.

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Allegiant Air Revises Boeing 737 MAX Delivery Timeline

Allegiant Air, the ultra-low-cost carrier based in the United States, has amended its 2021 agreement with Boeing for the acquisition of 50 new B737 MAX aircraft. Under the revised terms, fewer deliveries will occur in 2024 and 2025, with the adjusted timeline scheduling the completion of all deliveries by the end of 2027.

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Frontier Airlines Launches 16 New Routes in Early 2025

Frontier Airlines, the U.S.-based ultra-low-cost carrier, has unveiled plans to introduce 16 new routes starting in February and March 2025. These new routes will connect 21 airports, expanding Frontier’s network and providing travelers with more affordable travel options. Among the new connections is the highly anticipated service from San Juan (Puerto Rico) to Antigua and Barbuda, catering to both leisure…

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Allegiant Adds 44 New Routes, Expands to Three New Cities

Allegiant Air, the ultra-low-cost carrier based in the United States, has unveiled plans to launch 44 new nonstop routesas part of its network expansion. The announcement includes service to three new cities: Gulf Shores, Alabama, Colorado Springs, Colorado, and Columbia, South Carolina, with operations beginning in February 2025.

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Wizz Air Malta Takes Delivery of New A321neo

Wizz Air Malta, a subsidiary of the low-cost carrier Wizz Air, has added a brand-new Airbus A321neo to its fleet. The aircraft, identified by serial number AAA, is equipped with Pratt & Whitney PW1133G-JM engines, emphasizing the airline’s commitment to sustainability and efficiency.

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Spirit Airlines Downgraded to ‘D’ by S&P Following Chapter 11 Filing

Spirit Airlines, a prominent U.S.-based low-cost carrier, has been downgraded by S&P Global from ‘CCC’ to ‘D’following its Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing. The move reflects the airline’s financial struggles and the significant challenges it faces during its restructuring process. Additionally, the ratings on Spirit Airlines’ Enhanced Equipment Trust Certificates (EETCs) have been lowered by one notch.