Kuwait Airways has taken delivery of its first Airbus A330-900, marking a significant milestone as the first airline in the Middle East to operate this advanced aircraft. The delivery of the A330-900, with serial 2081, represents a major step forward in the airline’s fleet modernization program.
Rolls-Royce (UK) has welcomed the arrival of the first Trent 1000 engine at its state-of-the-art MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul) facility in Dahlewitz, Germany. This milestone signifies the beginning of Trent 1000 maintenance operations at the facility, further strengthening Rolls-Royce’s global MRO capabilities.
Ethiopian Airlines has expanded its long-haul fleet with the delivery of a new Airbus A350-1000, serial 702, powered by advanced Trent XWB-97 engines. This addition underscores the airline’s commitment to modernizing its fleet with fuel-efficient, next-generation aircraft.
Japan Airlines (JAL) has expanded its fleet with the delivery of its first Airbus A350-1000, bearing serial number 683. The aircraft is powered by Rolls-Royce Trent XWB-97 engines, known for their fuel efficiency and advanced performance capabilities. This delivery is part of a larger order for 13 A350-1000 aircraft, scheduled to arrive within the current fiscal year.
FlyKhiva (Uzbekistan) has expanded its fleet with the delivery of a Boeing B757-300, identified by serial 29434. The aircraft is provided on a wet lease from Icelandair and is powered by RB211-535E4B engines.
Hong Kong Airlines has expanded its fleet with the addition of an Airbus A330-300, identified by serial number 1849. The aircraft is powered by Trent 772B-60 engines, further enhancing the airline’s operational capabilities on long-haul routes.
Lufthansa (Germany) has expanded its fleet with the delivery of a new Airbus A350-900, identified by serial number 672. The aircraft is powered by advanced Trent XWB-84 engines, further supporting Lufthansa’s strategy for fleet modernization and sustainability.
CDB Aviation (Ireland) has successfully completed the sale of two Airbus A330-200 aircraft to National Airlines (US). The transaction was finalized with the delivery of the second aircraft, both powered by Trent 800 engines, marking a significant milestone in the leasing company’s portfolio management.
Delta Air Lines (US) has expanded its fleet with the delivery of a new Airbus A350-900, featuring serial number 687. The aircraft is powered by Trent XWB-84 engines, known for their outstanding efficiency and reliability in long-haul operations.
Korean Air has secured the rights to perform maintenance on Rolls-Royce engines, marking a significant expansion of its maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) capabilities. The airline is preparing to carry out this work at a state-of-the-art engine maintenance facility currently under construction on Yeongjong Island, near Seoul Incheon International Airport.
