Oman Air has announced plans to resume its Muscat-Singapore service in September 2025, operating the route with its modern Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner aircraft. This development marks a significant step in reconnecting Oman with Southeast Asia, highlighting the airline’s focus on expanding its international network.
Solar Cargo, a Venezuelan cargo airline, is set to reactivate its operations in December 2024 following the addition of two Boeing 727-200F aircraft to its fleet. This strategic move aims to enhance the airline’s cargo capacity and service offerings within the region.
Boeing has announced the election of Tim Buckley as the newest member of its Board of Directors, effective January 1, 2025. Buckley will serve on Boeing’s Finance and Governance & Public Policy committees, bringing his extensive experience and expertise to these critical areas of the company’s operations.
Aeolus Engine Services, based in Ireland, has expanded its leasing portfolio by acquiring two GE90-94 engines and one GTCP331-500 auxiliary power unit (APU) from a Boeing 777-200ER. While the engines and APU will be retained for leasing purposes, the aircraft itself is slated to be sold in its current condition (“as-is”), marking a strategic move by Aeolus to focus on its…
Aircraft Engine Lease Finance (AELF), a US-based leasing company, has successfully completed the financing of a Boeing 737-800 in partnership with Nedbank CIB, a prominent South African financial institution. This transaction highlights AELF’s strategic focus on expanding its leasing portfolio while leveraging global partnerships to support aviation operations worldwide.
Air Peace, a leading airline based in Nigeria, has expanded its fleet with the addition of two Boeing 737-800 aircraft, identified by serials 38173 and 29636. Both aircraft are on a damp lease from AirExplore, a Slovakian airline, and are equipped with CFM56-7B26 engines, known for their reliability and fuel efficiency. This acquisition supports Air Peace’s commitment to enhancing capacity and operational efficiency across its…
Really Cool Airlines, a new airline based in Thailand, is set to commence operations in the first half of 2025 with two Boeing 777-200ER aircraft leased from Thai Airways International. The airline plans to deploy these aircraft on routes connecting Thailand to Japan, aiming to capture a share of the popular travel market between these regions. The B777-200ER, known for its long-haul…
Enter Air, the Polish charter airline, inaugurated its new route from Katowice to Ilha do Sal on November 4, 2024, marking an expansion in its international route offerings. The new service is operated with a Boeing 737-8, a popular choice for medium-haul routes due to its efficiency and passenger comfort features. This route connects Poland to Cape Verde, offering Polish travelers…
Boeing has commenced the process of issuing layoff notices to 17,000 of its employees, a move set to reduce its workforce by 10%. This reduction comes as part of Boeing’s strategic efforts to stabilize its finances amid significant challenges impacting the aviation industry, particularly due to the reduced demand for air travel and aircraft orders…
LATAM Airlines Group, based in Chile, has sold one of its Boeing 767-300F freighters, serial 30780, to Jetran (US), beginning a planned reduction of its freighter fleet. This transaction represents the first of three B767-300F units that LATAM intends to remove, reflecting an adjustment in its fleet strategy to optimize operations and asset management.
