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Spirit Airlines Projects Fleet Growth to 196 Aircraft by End of 2025

Spirit Airlines, the ultra-low-cost carrier based in the United States, has outlined its fleet development plan for 2025, projecting an increase from 192 aircraft at the end of 2024 to 196 by the close of 2025. The net growth follows a strategic adjustment involving the retirement of two Airbus A319s in the first quarter of 2025, and the expected delivery of six…

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Korean Air Grounds Four A220-300s Due to Engine Issues

Korean Air has confirmed that four out of its ten Airbus A220-300s have been grounded due to ongoing engine-related issues, which are expected to impact its domestic operations during summer 2025. The affected aircraft include serial numbers 55022, 55049, 55019, and 55031.

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Iberia Takes Delivery of First A321XLR

Iberia, the flag carrier of Spain, has taken delivery of its first Airbus A321XLR, serial number 12085, powered by LEAP-1A33X engines. This delivery marks a significant milestone for the airline as it introduces Airbus’s longest-range single-aisle aircraft into its fleet, offering new flexibility for medium to long-haul routes.

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Frontier Airlines Takes Delivery of New A321neo

Frontier Airlines, a leading ultra-low-cost carrier in the United States, has taken delivery of a new Airbus A321neo, bearing serial number 12394 and powered by PW1133G-JM engines. This latest addition reinforces the airline’s ongoing fleet modernization efforts, centered on fuel-efficient, next-generation aircraft.

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Volaris Expands Fleet with New A320neo

Volaris, a leading low-cost airline based in Mexico, has recently expanded its fleet with the acquisition of a new A320neo, serial number 12485, powered by PW1127G-JM engines. This addition is part of Volaris’s strategic initiative to modernize its fleet with more fuel-efficient and environmentally friendly aircraft.

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Unical Aviation Launches Industry’s First A320neo Disassembly Program

Unical Aviation, based in the US, has embarked on a groundbreaking initiative by acquiring a fleet of A320neoairframes, setting up the industry’s first dedicated disassembly program for Airbus’s neo-family aircraft. The disassembly operations will be conducted by ecube, a specialist in aircraft end-of-life solutions, located in the UK. These operations are scheduled to commence in April 2025.

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Tunisair Expands Fleet with A320s from Avion Express

Tunisair, the national carrier of Tunisia, has taken a significant step towards expanding its fleet by wet leasing two A320aircraft, serial numbers 3050 and 3484, from Avion Express, based in Lithuania. This move is in line with the Tunisian government’s strategic goals to expand the national airline’s active fleet to 21 aircraft by 2026, through a combination of repairs and…

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Plus Ultra Retires A340 to Enhance A330-200 Operations

Plus Ultra, an airline based in Spain, has taken a strategic step in its fleet optimization by retiring its sole remaining A340, serial number 399. This decision is part of the airline’s broader initiative to streamline its operations and focus on the more fuel-efficient A330-200 aircraft. The retired A340 will be dismantled by AELS (Aircraft End-of-Life Solutions) in the Netherlands, ensuring…

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Maverick Horizon Secures Acquisition of Three A320s from FTAI Aviation

Maverick Horizon, based in Ireland, has successfully closed a new acquisition deal with FTAI Aviation, located in the Cayman Islands. This significant transaction involves the acquisition of three former ITA Airbus A320 aircraft, with serial numbers 1473, 1480, and 1489. These aircraft will be strategically placed on lease with various airlines, enhancing Maverick Horizon’s leasing operations and expanding its…