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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).

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Ethiopian Airlines Supports Air Congo Launch with Two B737 MAXs

Ethiopian Airlines, Africa’s largest carrier, is set to deliver two Boeing 737 MAX aircraft to support the launch of Air Congo, a new joint venture airline in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). The new airline is scheduled to begin operations in December 2024.

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Delta Takes Delivery of New A321neo

Delta Air Lines, one of the largest carriers in the United States, has expanded its fleet with the delivery of a new Airbus A321neo, identified by serial number 11874. The aircraft is powered by PW1133G-JM engines, reflecting Delta’s commitment to modernizing its fleet with fuel-efficient and environmentally friendly technology.

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China Southern Issues RFP for Sale of 10 B787-8s and Spare Engines

China Southern Airlines has issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) to qualified purchasers for the sale of 10 owned Boeing 787-8 aircraft and two GEnx-1B70/P2 spare engines. The aircraft and engines are scheduled for delivery to successful bidders during 2025 and 2026. The deadline for submitting bids is November 25, 2024.