Fly Vaayu, the United Arab Emirates’ dedicated narrow-body freighter airline, is set to expand its fleet by adding up to two more Airbus A320P2F aircraft in 2025. The first of these, an A321P2F, bearing serial number 2164, will join the airline in the coming months.
Air Busan has reported that one of its A321 aircraft, serial 3297, sustained substantial damage following an onboard fire while preparing for departure at Busan-Gimhae International Airport. Fortunately, all passengers and crew safely evacuated without injuries.
HK Express (Hong Kong) anticipates that ongoing issues with its Pratt & Whitney (P&W)-powered A320neo fleetwill continue to impact operations through 2025. The airline reported that in 2024, an average of 5.6 A320neos were grounded at any given time due to issues with the P&W GTF engines.
FlyCAA (Congo) is set to become the first African airline to operate an A321-200PCF, as serial 808 is scheduled for delivery soon. The aircraft is being leased from Cargo Aircraft Management (US), marking a significant milestone in the African cargo aviation sector.
airBaltic (Latvia) has entered a strategic partnership with SUA Lineas Aereas (Uruguay), expanding its leasing operations into South America. As part of the agreement, airBaltic plans to wet lease up to five Airbus A220-300 aircraft to SUA starting October 2025, marking an important step in its ACMI (Aircraft, Crew, Maintenance, and Insurance) leasing strategy.
Air Astana (Kazakhstan) has expanded its fleet with the delivery of a new Airbus A320neo, bearing serial number 12360. The aircraft is powered by Pratt & Whitney PW1127G-JM engines, enhancing fuel efficiency and reducing emissions.
Airbus has announced a pause in the development of its CityAirbus NextGen electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft, citing a reassessment of the business case and technological requirements. The decision marks a strategic shift as the company evaluates the evolving urban air mobility (UAM) market before proceeding with further investments.
Nesma Airlines (Egypt) has announced plans to launch a new route between Cairo and Dammam, commencing 1 April 2025. The airline will operate this service using a mix of Airbus A320 and Boeing 737-500 aircraft, expanding its regional network between Egypt and Saudi Arabia.
Conviasa (Venezuela) has resumed nonstop flights between Caracas and Tehran Imam Khomeini on 29 December 2024, re-establishing direct connectivity between Venezuela and Iran. The service is being operated using a widebody Airbus A340-600, which is well-suited for the long-haul intercontinental route.
Condor (Germany) has announced plans to launch a new route between Rome Fiumicino and Palermo, beginning 5 April 2025. The airline will operate the service using an Airbus A320, further expanding its European network.
