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Royal Jordanian to Begin A320neo Deliveries in January 2025, Phasing Out Older A320s

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Royal Jordanian has announced it will begin taking delivery of its new A320neo fleet starting January 2025. The airline has committed to introducing 16 A320neo aircraft to its operations, with these additions set to gradually replace 13 older A320 models as part of a modernization strategy. This transition supports Royal Jordanian’s goals for operational efficiency and sustainability by incorporating fuel-efficient A320neo jets into…

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Lufthansa Completes $400M Sale-Leaseback for Eurowings A321neo and A320neo Fleet

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Lufthansa has entered into a $400 million sale-leaseback agreement with an undisclosed lessor, covering three Airbus A321neo and five A320neo aircraft currently operated by Eurowings, its subsidiary in Germany. This strategic move provides Lufthansa with increased flexibility and liquidity while retaining operational control of these modern, fuel-efficient aircraft within the Eurowings fleet.

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LATAM Sells B767-300F to Jetran, Begins Fleet Reduction

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LATAM Airlines Group, based in Chile, has sold one of its Boeing 767-300F freighters, serial 30780, to Jetran (US), beginning a planned reduction of its freighter fleet. This transaction represents the first of three B767-300F units that LATAM intends to remove, reflecting an adjustment in its fleet strategy to optimize operations and asset management.

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BOC Aviation Places Six A321neos with Turkish Airlines for 2027 Delivery

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BOC Aviation, headquartered in Singapore, has announced the placement of six Airbus A321neo aircraft with Turkish Airlines. All six aircraft will be delivered in 2027 as part of BOC Aviation’s order book, marking a significant addition to Turkish Airlines’ fleet expansion plans. This agreement underscores the commitment of both companies to bolster their respective positions in the global aviation market.

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Air Botswana Introduces ERJ145 on Wet Lease from Westair Aviation

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Air Botswana has expanded its fleet by introducing an ERJ145 regional jet, serial 14501063, on a wet lease arrangement with Westair Aviation from Namibia. This addition is aimed at enhancing the airline’s operational capacity to meet growing regional demand while offering greater flexibility in scheduling and route management.

NASA Awards Electra Contract for Next-Gen Airliner Development

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NASA has awarded Electra, a U.S.-based company, a contract to develop key technologies and aircraft concepts aimed at the next generation of commercial airliners. This initiative is part of NASA’s broader efforts to drive innovation in commercial aviation, with an emphasis on sustainable and efficient aircraft that could enter service by mid-century. Electra’s involvement signals NASA’s commitment to fostering cutting-edge advancements…

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GE Aerospace and Liebherr to Support COMAC’s C929 Development

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GE Aerospace and Liebherr have announced their intention to collaborate with COMAC (Commercial Aircraft Corporation of China) in the development of the C929, China’s ambitious wide-body aircraft project. This collaboration marks a significant step in GE Aerospace and Liebherr’s longstanding relationship with COMAC, having previously supplied components for smaller planes. The companies aim to bring their technical expertise and advanced component…

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Boeing Expects Delays in Resuming Passenger Plane Production After Worker Strike

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Boeing has announced that it will take several weeks to fully resume the production of passenger aircraft, following the return of factory workers after a nearly two-month strike. This pause in manufacturing activity has led to delays in Boeing’s production schedule, impacting the company’s ability to meet existing orders and deliver aircraft on time. The strike, which affected…

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ATR Halts Development of ATR42-600S STOL to Focus on Existing Product Competitiveness

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ATR has announced that it will discontinue the development of its ATR42-600S STOL (Short Takeoff and Landing)variant to prioritize enhancing the competitiveness of its existing product lineup. The decision reflects ATR’s commitment to focusing resources on bolstering its current product portfolio, which includes the ATR42 and ATR72 series. This strategic shift underscores ATR’s adaptability in responding to market dynamics and…

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TransVerde Airlines Seeks $15M to Launch Cabo Verde Domestic Operations

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TransVerde Airlines, a new carrier in Cabo Verde, is actively seeking $15 million through a mix of equity and debt financing to fund the launch of its domestic passenger and cargo operations. The airline, led by founder and president Rui Lima, plans to operate with three leased ATR42/72 aircraft. Brookfield Aviation Finance from the UK is advising TransVerde on securing the necessary funding, which will…