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Fire Forces Evacuation Of American Airlines Flight 3023

American Airlines Flight 3023 experienced a serious emergency at Denver International Airport on Saturday afternoon, when the left landing gear of the aircraft caught fire during takeoff preparations. The flight, operated by a Boeing 737 MAX 8, was bound for Miami and was taxiing at approximately 2:45 PM local time when smoke and flames were observed.

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JSA Delivers Four 737 MAX 8s To Norwegian

JSA (Jackson Square Aviation) has announced the successful completion of a significant delivery milestone, marking the handover of four brand-new Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft to Norwegian, one of Europe’s leading low-cost carriers. These aircraft were sourced from JSA’s direct order book with Boeing, underscoring the lessor’s proactive fleet acquisition strategy and commitment to meeting airline demand for modern, fuel-efficient…

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SMBC Aviation Capital Delivers Third A320neo to StarFlyer

SMBC Aviation Capital, a leading global aircraft lessor, has successfully delivered a new Airbus A320-251N to StarFlyer Inc. on July 23, 2025. The aircraft, bearing manufacturer serial number 12649, is the third A320neo provided to the Japanese airline under a three-plus-one aircraft agreement.

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SCAT Airlines Adds Fourth B737 MAX 8 To Its Fleet

SCAT Airlines has taken delivery of a new Boeing 737 MAX 8, further strengthening its growing fleet of next-generation narrowbody aircraft. The newly delivered aircraft, bearing manufacturer serial number 61827 and registered locally as UP-B3743, landed at Shymkent International Airport on July 23, 2025, following a delivery route from Seattle, with an intermediate stop in Reykjavik, Iceland.

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SunExpress Takes Delivery Of B737-8 Serial 65331

SunExpress, a joint venture between Turkish Airlines and Lufthansa, has expanded its modern narrowbody fleet with the delivery of a Boeing 737-8, bearing serial number 65331. The aircraft was delivered in 2025 and is part of the airline’s broader plan to enhance operational efficiency and sustainability across its European and regional routes.

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Saudia Takes Delivery Of A321neo Serial 12717

Saudia, the national carrier of Saudi Arabia, has taken delivery of a new Airbus A321neo, bearing serial number 12717, as it continues to modernize and expand its narrowbody fleet. The aircraft is part of the airline’s broader strategy to operate more fuel-efficient and environmentally friendly aircraft across its growing domestic and regional network.

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Jeju Air Takes Delivery Of B737-8 Serial 66543

Jeju Air, a leading low-cost carrier in South Korea, has taken delivery of a Boeing 737-8, bearing serial number 66543, as part of its ongoing fleet modernization program. The airline continues to invest in next-generation narrowbody aircraft to enhance efficiency, capacity, and network flexibility.

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Air Austral Wet-Leases A340-300 From Hi Fly Malta For Summer Ops

Air Austral, the flag carrier based in Réunion, has expanded its long-haul capacity by wet-leasing an Airbus A340-300from Hi Fly Malta, a specialist in ACMI and charter operations. The aircraft, registered 9H-TQZ and bearing manufacturer serial number 202, began operating flights on behalf of Air Austral on July 2, 2025, with an inaugural service from Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) to St. Denis de la…