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Cebu Pacific Expands Fleet with New Airbus A321neo Delivery

Cebu Pacific, the Philippines’ largest low-cost carrier, has bolstered its fleet with the addition of a new Airbus A321neo. The aircraft, with serial number 12407, is powered by advanced Pratt & Whitney PW1133G-JM engines, known for their fuel efficiency and reduced emissions. This acquisition aligns with Cebu Pacific’s ongoing efforts to modernize its fleet and…

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HAECO and COMAC Sign MOU to Strengthen MRO Services

HAECO Group, a leading provider of aircraft maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) services, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Shanghai Aircraft Customer Service Co. Ltd. (SACSC), a subsidiary of the Commercial Aircraft Corporation of China (COMAC). This partnership is set to expand maintenance capabilities for COMAC’s ARJ21 and C919 aircraft platforms, providing comprehensive…

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Viva Faces Extended Aircraft Groundings Due to Engine Issues but Projects 10% Growth in 2025

Viva Aerobus, a leading low-cost carrier in Mexico, expects approximately 25 of its aircraft to remain grounded into 2025, with issues anticipated to extend into 2026 due to ongoing challenges with Pratt & Whitney (P&W) engines. These groundings, while impacting operational capacity, have not deterred the airline’s growth outlook for 2025. Viva Aerobus forecasts a…

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Sichuan Airlines Takes Delivery of Airbus A321 with V2533-A5 Engines

Sichuan Airlines, one of China’s prominent regional carriers, has expanded its fleet with the addition of a new Airbus A321, serial number 2971. The aircraft, powered by V2533-A5 engines, enhances the airline’s operational capacity on high-demand routes across China and neighboring regions. Known for its reliability and fuel efficiency, the A321 is a valuable asset…

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IBA Group Expands E190AR Remarketing Mandate to Four Aircraft

IBA Group, a UK-based aviation consultancy, has announced an expansion of its exclusive mandate to remarket Embraer E190AR aircraft, increasing the offering from three to four aircraft. The E190ARs, equipped with CF34-10E6 engines, are currently operational with an East African airline and are available for outright purchase. This expanded mandate reflects IBA Group’s reputation for…

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Cebu Pacific Takes Delivery of New Airbus A321neo

Cebu Pacific, the Philippines’ largest low-cost carrier, recently expanded its fleet with the addition of a new Airbus A321neo, serial number 12407. Powered by advanced PW1133G-JM engines from Pratt & Whitney, this latest acquisition marks a step forward in Cebu Pacific’s commitment to sustainability and operational efficiency. The A321neo, known for its fuel efficiency and…

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Avianca Takes Delivery of New Airbus A320neo for Fleet Expansion

Avianca, Colombia’s flagship carrier, has recently taken delivery of a new Airbus A320neo, serial number 12100, equipped with advanced LEAP-1A26 engines. This latest addition reflects Avianca’s ongoing commitment to fleet modernization, focusing on operational efficiency and environmental sustainability. The LEAP-1A26 engines, produced by CFM International, are well-regarded for their fuel efficiency and reduced emissions, aligning…

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PLAY Airlines Partners with StandardAero for LEAP-1A Engine Maintenance

Icelandic low-cost carrier PLAY Airlines has entered an agreement with StandardAero to receive performance restoration shop visit (PRSV) services for its LEAP-1A engines, which power PLAY’s A320neo fleet. StandardAero, operating from its specialized facility in San Antonio, Texas, will provide PRSV and MRO support under the CFM Branded Service Agreement. This maintenance partnership enables PLAY…

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Volaris Expands Fleet with New Airbus A321neo

Mexican low-cost carrier Volaris recently took delivery of a new Airbus A321neo, serial number 12202, equipped with Pratt & Whitney PW1133G-JM engines. This aircraft addition supports Volaris’s ongoing commitment to modernizing its fleet with environmentally friendly, fuel-efficient technology. The A321neo offers enhanced fuel efficiency, allowing Volaris to optimize operational costs and reduce its carbon footprint,…

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United Airlines Expands Fleet with New Boeing 737-8

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…