AELS (Aircraft End-of-Life Solutions), based in the Netherlands, has acquired an Airbus A330, identified by serial 448, for dismantling. The dismantling process will be carried out at Tarbes, France, in partnership with Tarmac Aerosave, a leading provider of aircraft storage, maintenance, and recycling services. This acquisition and dismantling project align with AELS’s commitment to sustainable aircraft end-of-life management and resource recovery.
Embraer, the Brazilian aerospace manufacturer, is exploring the possibility of launching a new commercial airplane program, with potential investment support from Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF). This development marks a strategic shift in Embraer’s search for partners, moving its focus from Asia to the Middle East, as it seeks funding and collaboration to advance its aviation ambitions.
Electra, a US-based aerospace company, has unveiled the design of its EL9 Ultra Short hybrid-electric aircraft. This innovative nine-passenger piloted aircraft is designed to offer exceptional efficiency and versatility in short-haul operations, marking a significant milestone in sustainable aviation. With the design phase complete, the EL9 now moves into its development phase, bringing Electra closer to delivering its vision of…
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…
Wizz Air, the Hungarian low-cost carrier, is expanding its operations by basing its fifth A321neo aircraft at Balice Airport. This addition will support the launch of new routes to Basel, Bergen, and Genoa, enhancing connectivity between Poland and key European cities. The deployment of the A321neo, known for its fuel efficiency and passenger capacity, aligns with Wizz Air’s strategy to expand…
ITA Airways, the national airline of Italy, has announced the launch of a new route from Rome Fiumicino to Tripoli Mitiga in Libya, set to begin on January 12, 2025. This route will be operated with an Airbus A319, which is well-suited for short to medium-haul flights and provides an efficient and comfortable experience for passengers. The new route reflects ITA Airways’ strategy…
IndiGo, India’s largest airline, has announced a new international route connecting Bangalore to Langkawi, scheduled to commence on December 16, 2024. This service will be operated using IndiGo’s A320neo aircraft, known for its fuel efficiency and passenger comfort, ideal for medium-haul international routes. The addition of this route provides Indian travelers with direct access to Langkawi, a popular destination in Malaysia, known…
Etihad Airways, based in the UAE, is enhancing its fleet with a leased Airbus A330-200 from Wamos Air (Spain) beginning in December 2024. This aircraft will initially serve routes from Abu Dhabi to Manila, Rome, and Milan, providing additional capacity to meet growing travel demand on these popular routes. The A330-200, known for its range and passenger comfort, is expected to support Etihad’s expansion efforts and…
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…
Air Arabia, the UAE-based low-cost carrier, has announced plans to resume its Sharjah – Yanbu route starting November 28, 2024. The route will be serviced by the airline’s Airbus A320 fleet, which is well-suited for the relatively short journey between the UAE and Saudi Arabia. This resumption comes in response to rising demand for travel between the two cities, particularly…
