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…
Hebei Airlines is set to expand its regional network by introducing a new service from Shijiazhuang, China, to Hong Kong, effective December 21, 2024. This twice-weekly route will be operated on Boeing 737-800 aircraft, with flights departing Shijiazhuang at 07:55 and arriving in Hong Kong by 11:30. The return flight from Hong Kong is scheduled…
Hainan Airlines is expanding its network to Russia with a new direct route from Xi’an, China, to Vladivostok, beginning December 3, 2024. The service will operate four times weekly, utilizing a Boeing 737-800 aircraft, and is expected to cater to both business and leisure travelers. The flights are scheduled to depart from Xi’an at 07:40,…
Challenge Group has appointed Udi Sharon as the new CEO of Challenge Airlines IL. Sharon brings extensive experience from Israel’s logistics and airfreight sectors and joins Challenge Group’s senior management team to enhance the airline’s local and international operations.
Boeing is set to meet with Nigeria’s Minister of Aviation, Festus Keyamo, in January 2025 in Dublin to explore options for supporting Nigeria’s domestic airline sector through tailored aircraft leasing solutions. With the country’s air travel demand steadily rising, this collaboration aims to provide Nigerian carriers with improved access to modern fleets, essential for efficiency…
United Airlines recently took delivery of a Boeing 737-8, identified by serial number 67620, equipped with LEAP-1B28 engines from CFM International. This new addition supports United’s fleet modernization strategy, emphasizing fuel efficiency and reduced emissions. The LEAP-1B28 engines offer substantial fuel savings compared to older models, aligning with United’s commitment to sustainability while enhancing operational…
Southwest Airlines recently took delivery of a new Boeing 737-8, identified by serial number 68382 and powered by LEAP-1B28 engines. This addition is part of Southwest’s ongoing commitment to modernizing its fleet with fuel-efficient aircraft, enhancing both operational efficiency and environmental sustainability. The LEAP-1B28 engines, produced by CFM International, are known for their optimized fuel…
South African Airways (SAA) has expanded its operational capacity by adding a Boeing 737-800 on a wet lease from Turkish carrier SunExpress. The aircraft, serial number 61333, TC-SOC, which first flew in 2017, is equipped with CFM56-7B26E engines, a power choice known for its reliability and efficiency in the single-aisle market. The wet lease arrangement…
Italian carrier Poste Air Cargo is expanding its capacity by introducing a second Boeing 737-800 Boeing Converted Freighter (BCF), serial number 34280. This addition is expected to enter service shortly, joining the first B737-800BCF which is currently being painted. Poste Air Cargo’s strategic move to enhance its fleet reflects the rising demand for air freight…
