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ACIA Aero Leasing Sells ATR72-500 to Air Creebec

ACIA Aero Leasing (Ireland) has announced the sale of an ATR72-500 LCD freighter, identified by serial number 727, to Air Creebec (Canada). This transaction marks a significant milestone as it introduces the first ATR aircraft to Air Creebec’s fleet. The newly acquired freighter is set to enter operations in December 2024.

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Tony Fernandes Criticizes Sustainable Aviation Fuel Viability

Tony Fernandes, co-founder of AirAsia (Malaysia), has expressed skepticism about the practicality of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), calling it an idea that “makes absolutely no sense.” Instead, Fernandes advocates for the aviation industry to focus on adopting new-technology aircraft and engines to achieve sustainability goals.

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SkyUp MT to Wet Lease Four Aircraft from Fly2Sky

SkyUp MT (Malta) has announced plans to expand its fleet through a wet lease agreement with Fly2Sky (Bulgaria). The agreement includes two Airbus A321s, identified by serial numbers 1932 and 1960, for operations during winter 2024/25 and summer 2025. These aircraft will join two Airbus A320s, with serial numbers 3055 and 3461, which are already wet-leased from the same carrier.

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Phoenix Aviation and AIP Capital Acquire B787-9 Leased to American Airlines

Phoenix Aviation Capital (Ireland) and AIP Capital (US) have jointly announced the acquisition of a Boeing 787-9, identified by serial number 40646. The aircraft is on a long-term lease with American Airlines (US) and was purchased from ORIX Aviation (Ireland).