Air Canada has announced plans to incorporate eight B737-8 aircraft, each with 189 seats, starting in April 2025. These planes were acquired from Lynx Air, which has ceased operations.
ACIA Aero Leasing, a prominent player in aircraft leasing based in Ireland, has successfully delivered an ATR72-600 aircraft to Braathens Regional Airlines. The aircraft, bearing serial number 1254, is set to be operated on behalf of Scandinavian Airlines System (SAS) under Braathens’ ACMI (Aircraft, Crew, Maintenance, and Insurance) contract. This strategic move is part of ACIA Aero…
FL Technics, a prominent player in the aviation maintenance sector based in Lithuania, is set to expand its operational reach with the establishment of a new aircraft maintenance hangar in Punta Cana. Scheduled to commence operations in October 2025, this facility marks a significant expansion in the company’s global service network.
In a significant development within the cargo sector, WestJet, the Canadian airline, is facing a strategic shift with the resignation of Kirsten de Bruijn, Executive Vice President of Cargo. This move comes as WestJet evaluates the future of its cargo operations, specifically the winding down of its freighter activities.
Transavia, the Dutch low-cost carrier, has taken delivery of three Airbus A320 aircraft. These planes, bearing serial numbers 3968, 3741, and 3771, are on wet lease from Avion Express, based in Lithuania, a common practice for airlines seeking to rapidly expand capacity without the immediate financial burden of direct purchases.
Titan Airways Malta, a key player in the cargo sector, has bolstered its fleet with the addition of a new Airbus A321 Passenger to Freighter (P2F) conversion, underscoring its commitment to expanding its cargo handling capabilities. The aircraft, with serial number 2060, is equipped with robust CFM56-5B3/P engines, renowned for their reliability and efficiency in cargo operations.
In a move to bolster its regional fleet capabilities, QantasLink, the regional airline subsidiary of Australia’s flagship carrier Qantas, has taken delivery of a new Airbus A220-300. This aircraft, bearing the serial number 55340, represents a strategic enhancement of QantasLink’s service offerings across its domestic network.
In a strategic move to bolster its international partnerships, Marathon Airlines of Greece has successfully placed a second Embraer E190 aircraft, with serial number 19000163, with Aeroitalia, an Italian airline. This aircraft will operate under a wet lease agreement, indicating Marathon Airlines’ commitment to expanding its operational footprint and strengthening ties within the European aviation market.
Jet2, a prominent British airline, has recently expanded its aircraft fleet by acquiring two Boeing B737-800s, with serial numbers 30882 and 29642. These additions come from ETF Airways of Croatia and AirExplore of Slovakia, illustrating Jet2’s strategy to diversify its operational capacity and enhance route flexibility.
Frontier Airlines, a prominent US-based carrier, has recently bolstered its aircraft fleet with the addition of a new Airbus A321neo. The aircraft, which carries the serial number 12390, features advanced PW1133G-JM engines known for their fuel efficiency and reduced environmental footprint.
