Cathay Pacific, the flagship carrier of Hong Kong, has officially launched a bidding process to acquire new widebody aircraft, with the Airbus A350, Boeing B787, and B777X competing for the order. While the final number of jets to be procured has not been confirmed, this development highlights Cathay Pacific’s commitment to modernizing its fleet.
American Airlines has expanded its fleet with the delivery of a new Boeing 737-8, identified by serial number 44506. The aircraft is equipped with LEAP-1B25 engines, known for their efficiency and reliability, further strengthening the airline’s operational capabilities.
Boeing has reported a challenging financial year for 2024, with a 14% drop in revenue to $66.5 billion and a net loss of $11.8 billion. In the fourth quarter, the company faced a 31% revenue decline to $15.2 billion, accompanied by a net loss of $3.86 billion.
China United Airlines has announced plans to launch a new route connecting Beijing Daxing International Airport to Osaka Kansai International Airport starting March 30, 2025. The service will be operated using the airline’s Boeing 737-800 aircraft, enhancing connectivity between China and Japan.
Batik Air (Malaysia) has announced the launch of a new direct flight route connecting Kuala Lumpur to Xiamen, starting April 11, 2025. The service will be operated using the airline’s Boeing 737 aircraft, further expanding its network within the Asia-Pacific region.
7 Air, a US-based carrier, has received preliminary approval from the US Department of Transportation (DOT) to commence its cargo operations. The airline will begin with two Boeing 737-800 P2F (Passenger-to-Freighter) aircraft, identified by serial numbers 34799 and 33471.
Jeju Air, a prominent South Korean airline, is at the center of an ongoing investigation following the recent crash of one of its Boeing 737-800 aircraft. A preliminary report has revealed the presence of duck DNA in both engines, raising questions about bird strikes as a potential contributing factor.
Ryanair, the Irish low-cost airline, has shared projections that Boeing will increase the monthly production rate of its B737 MAX aircraft to 38 units by the end of summer 2025. Additionally, production could climb to 42 units per month by October 2025, subject to approval from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).
United Airlines, a leading U.S. carrier, has expanded its fleet with the delivery of a Boeing 737-8, identified by serial number 67633. This aircraft is powered by LEAP-1B28 engines, providing superior efficiency and reliability.
Libyan Express has expanded its fleet with the delivery of a Boeing 737-800, identified by serial number 34948, acquired from Buraq Air, another Libya-based airline. The addition of this aircraft marks a strategic move to bolster Libyan Express’ operational capacity and route network.
