Iran Air, the national carrier of Iran, has officially resumed its service between Tehran Imam Khomeini International Airport and Dubai as of 15 November 2024. This route is operated using the Airbus A319, marking an important step in restoring connectivity between Iran and the UAE.
Etihad Airways, the national carrier of the UAE, has announced an ambitious expansion plan for 2025, adding ten new destinations to its network. Starting next year, Etihad will connect Abu Dhabi with cities across Africa, Asia, and North America. The newly introduced routes are:
Emirates, the UAE’s flagship carrier, has officially taken delivery of its first Airbus A350, serial number 684. This milestone marks the beginning of an extensive fleet expansion, with a total of 65 A350 aircraft scheduled for delivery in the coming years.
Dan Air, a Romanian carrier, has entered into a wet lease agreement with Tarom, Romania’s national airline, to support operations on the Bucharest-Madrid route. The agreement will see Dan Air providing an Airbus A320, complete with crew, maintenance, and insurance, for flights scheduled between November 22, 2024, and January 13, 2025.
China Aircraft Leasing Group Holdings Limited (CALC), a prominent lessor based in Hong Kong, has entered into sale and purchase agreements with WWTAI Airopco 1 Bermuda for the divestment of six aircraft. The transaction, facilitated through six of CALC’s Special Purpose Vehicles (SPVs), is expected to be finalized by March 2025.
BOC Financial Leasing Co., a leading aircraft lessor in China, has successfully acquired two Airbus A320neo aircraft through a Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) established in Tianjin. This strategic acquisition, valued at over $120 million, involved the purchase of the aircraft from an Irish SPV owned by a European lessor.
Thai AirAsia X has expanded its fleet with the delivery of a leased A330-300, identified by serial number 1666. The aircraft is powered by Rolls-Royce Trent 772B-60 engines, offering enhanced performance and efficiency for long-haul operations.
Avianor (Canada) has officially opened its new state-of-the-art hangar at Montreal-Mirabel International Airport, which will house the company’s A220 Center of Excellence. This milestone reflects Avianor’s commitment to advancing aircraft maintenance, modification, and refurbishment services, particularly for the Airbus A220.
Jetstar (Australia) has expanded its fleet with the delivery of a new A320neo, identified by serial number 12328. The aircraft is powered by LEAP-1A26 engines, offering superior fuel efficiency and reduced emissions.
IndiGo (India) has expanded its fleet with the delivery of a new A321neo, identified by serial number 12129. The aircraft, powered by LEAP-1A32 engines, reflects IndiGo’s commitment to modernizing its fleet with efficient and environmentally friendly options.
