El Al (Israel) has secured a $120 million loan from a financing consortium led by Hapoalim (Israel) to fund the purchase of its 17th Boeing 787. This financing milestone reflects El Al’s continued commitment to modernizing its fleet with advanced and fuel-efficient aircraft.
Rutaca Airlines (Venezuela) has inaugurated its Porlamar–Port of Spain route, with the first flight operating on 21 October 2024. This seasonal service is operated using a Boeing 737-300, enhancing connectivity between Venezuela and Trinidad and Tobago.
Thai Airways International is taking significant steps to simplify and modernize its fleet, focusing on operating three widebody aircraft types and a single narrowbody family in the medium term. This strategy reflects the airline’s efforts to enhance efficiency, reduce operational complexity, and align with its growth objectives.
Sunwing Airlines (Canada) has expanded its fleet with the delivery of a Boeing 737-800, identified by serial number 35145. The aircraft has been acquired under a wet lease agreement with TUI Airways (UK) and is powered by CFM56-7B27 engines, offering reliability and efficiency.
SGI Aviation (Netherlands) has successfully completed the delivery of two Boeing 777-300ERs, previously operated by Garuda Indonesia, to Philippine Airlines (PAL) under a long-term lease agreement. The aircraft, identified by serial numbers 29146 and 29147, were delivered on behalf of a US-based client.
T’way Air (South Korea) has announced its plans to launch a new route connecting Daegu and Ulaanbaatar. The service is set to begin on 10 December 2024, utilizing the airline’s Boeing 737-800 aircraft.
Greater Bay Airlines (Hong Kong) has announced plans to launch a new route connecting Hong Kong and Yichang. The service is set to commence on 17 December 2024, utilizing the airline’s Boeing 737-800 aircraft.
Tianjin Air Cargo (China) has expanded its fleet with the delivery of a Boeing 737-800, identified by serial number 34707. The aircraft, leased for operations, is powered by CFM56-7B26 engines, providing reliability and efficiency.
SpiceJet (India) has added a Boeing 737-800, identified by serial number 38018, to its fleet under a wet leasearrangement with Smartwings (Czechia). The aircraft is powered by CFM56-7B26 engines, known for their reliability and efficiency.
LOT Polish Airlines has expanded its fleet with the addition of a new Boeing 737-8, identified by serial number 61864. The aircraft is powered by LEAP-1B27 engines, renowned for their efficiency and performance in short- and medium-haul operations.
