CDB Aviation, a wholly owned Irish subsidiary of China Development Bank Financial Leasing Co., Ltd. (CDB Leasing), has announced the successful completion of a mandate to sell eight Airbus A330-200 aircraft. This transaction underscores CDB Aviation’s robust asset management capabilities and its commitment to delivering tailored solutions for its stakeholders.
Breeze Airways, the U.S.-based low-cost carrier, has announced plans to continue operating its Embraer aircraft until 2026, extending their service beyond initial projections. This strategic decision reflects the airline’s commitment to maintaining operational flexibility and meeting evolving market demands.
Avianca, Colombia’s flagship carrier, has recently taken delivery of a new Airbus A320neo, serial number 12100, equipped with advanced LEAP-1A26 engines. This latest addition reflects Avianca’s ongoing commitment to fleet modernization, focusing on operational efficiency and environmental sustainability. The LEAP-1A26 engines, produced by CFM International, are well-regarded for their fuel efficiency and reduced emissions, aligning…
Airbus has released its financial results for the first nine months of 2024, reporting consolidated revenues of $48.1 billion, a 5% year-on-year increase driven by strong commercial aircraft demand. This growth reflects continued recovery in the global aviation market, where Airbus recorded gross commercial orders totaling 667 aircraft, underscoring sustained demand from airlines looking to…
Riyadh Air, Saudi Arabia’s new airline backed by the Public Investment Fund, is considering a strategic code-sharing agreement with Cathay Pacific, enhancing its connections in Asia. This collaboration would allow both airlines to expand their reach across Asia and the Middle East, giving Riyadh Air access to Cathay Pacific’s vast network of over 80 destinations…
Aircraft asset manager Stratos has finalized the sale of four aircraft across three separate transactions, enhancing returns for its investors. The sales include two A320 aircraft sold to Avion Express, a 737-300F purchased by a Middle Eastern buyer, and a leased 777-300ER acquired by Altavair-managed investors. The A320s were transferred at lease expiration, while the…
Korean airline T’Way Air has announced an expansion of its European network starting April 2025, with additional flights and the introduction of Boeing 777-300ER aircraft on certain routes. Flights from Seoul Incheon to Frankfurt will increase from four to seven weekly by the end of May, operated with the Airbus A330-200. Additionally, T’Way will upgrade…
Raya Airways has launched a new cargo service connecting Penang International Airport and Hong Kong, with the inaugural flight taking off on October 28, 2024. This service will run five times per week, utilizing A321-200(PCF) freighter aircraft to meet the high demand for express freight across Southeast Asia. The Penang-Hong Kong route is part of…
Plus Ultra Líneas Aéreas, a Spanish carrier, is set to expand its Latin American operations by launching direct flights from Madrid Barajas Airport to Buenos Aires Ezeiza Airport on July 2, 2024. The service will be operated with Airbus A330 aircraft, offering passengers enhanced comfort for long-haul travel. This addition to the airline’s network is…
Etihad Airways has announced a new service from Abu Dhabi to Al Alamein, Egypt, set to commence in July 2025. This twice-weekly service will make Etihad the first UAE airline to offer direct flights to the emerging resort destination on Egypt’s Mediterranean coast, a location known for its pristine beaches and proximity to historical sites….
