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Mahan Air Delivery Raises Sanctions Violation Concerns

Mahan Air, based in Iran, has taken delivery of two aircraft: an Airbus A340-600, identified by serial 765, and a Boeing 737-300, serial 28557. These aircraft were previously operated by Azman Air, a Nigerian carrier. The deliveries have drawn scrutiny from the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) over potential violations of international sanctions.

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Aircastle Delivers Second A321neo to IndiGo

Aircastle, a US-based aircraft leasing company, has delivered the second of five planned A321neo aircraft to IndiGo, India’s largest airline by market share. The aircraft, identified as serial 12329, is powered by LEAP-1A32 engines, known for their efficiency and environmental benefits.

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Air Austral to Add Leased Hi-Fly Malta A330-200 for Dzaoudzi Route

Air Austral, the airline based in Reunion, has announced plans to operate a leased Hi-Fly Malta Airbus A330-200 on its Dzaoudzi – Nairobi – Paris Charles de Gaulle – Dzaoudzi route. The aircraft will be deployed during the peak travel period between 14 December 2024 and 23 January 2025 to accommodate increased passenger demand.

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ST Aerospace Completes First A330P2F Conversion for Amazon

ST Aerospace (Guangzhou) Aviation Services has successfully completed its first A330-300P2F (Passenger-to-Freighter) conversion for EFW (Germany). The 2011-vintage A330-300, identified by serial number 1226, is powered by Trent 700 engines and is set to join the Amazon (US) fleet on lease.