Croatia Airlines has reported a net loss of €9 million for the third quarter of 2024, a period traditionally profitable for the carrier. This downturn is primarily attributed to elevated expenses associated with the ongoing transition to a new fleet of Airbus A220 aircraft.
Alaska Air Group has reported its financial results for the third quarter ending September 30, 2024, showcasing a strong performance that positions the company at the forefront of the airline industry. The company achieved a GAAP pretax margin of 10.7% and earnings per share (EPS) of $1.84. Excluding special items and mark-to-market fuel hedge accounting…
China’s Commercial Aircraft Corporation (COMAC) has opened an office in Hong Kong, its second international location established this week, following the launch of a Singapore office. This expansion marks a strategic step for COMAC, the developer of China’s ARJ21 and C919 commercial aircraft, as it aims to increase its footprint in key global markets and…
Boeing and the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM) have reconvened for contract negotiations following the union’s rejection of an improved contract offer last week. This latest meeting was facilitated by Acting US Labor Secretary Julie Su, who joined the session to help guide productive discussions between the planemaker and union representatives. This…
SAMCO Aircraft Maintenance has signed a four-year contract extension with CityJet, an Ireland-based wet-lease airline, to provide comprehensive maintenance services for CityJet’s CRJ 900 and CRJ 1000 fleet operating throughout Europe. This extended agreement covers all line maintenance needs, including regular hangar maintenance visits, which will be conducted from SAMCO’s Scandinavian Hub in Copenhagen and…
HAECO Group, a leading provider of aircraft maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) services, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Shanghai Aircraft Customer Service Co. Ltd. (SACSC), a subsidiary of the Commercial Aircraft Corporation of China (COMAC). This partnership is set to expand maintenance capabilities for COMAC’s ARJ21 and C919 aircraft platforms, providing comprehensive…
Viva Aerobus, a leading low-cost carrier in Mexico, expects approximately 25 of its aircraft to remain grounded into 2025, with issues anticipated to extend into 2026 due to ongoing challenges with Pratt & Whitney (P&W) engines. These groundings, while impacting operational capacity, have not deterred the airline’s growth outlook for 2025. Viva Aerobus forecasts a…
TAAG Angola Airlines is evaluating the addition of a second Boeing 737-800BCF (Boeing Converted Freighter) and potentially a widebody freighter as it seeks to meet the growing demand for air cargo transport across Africa and beyond. This prospective fleet expansion would enhance TAAG’s capacity to handle increased cargo volumes on regional routes while also supporting…
Sichuan Airlines, one of China’s prominent regional carriers, has expanded its fleet with the addition of a new Airbus A321, serial number 2971. The aircraft, powered by V2533-A5 engines, enhances the airline’s operational capacity on high-demand routes across China and neighboring regions. Known for its reliability and fuel efficiency, the A321 is a valuable asset…
Riyadh Air, Saudi Arabia’s emerging premium airline, has signed a deal to purchase 60 Airbus A321neo aircraft, bolstering its fleet as it prepares for its inaugural flights in 2025. The announcement, made during the 8th Edition of the Future Investment Initiative (FII) in Riyadh, marks the airline’s second major aircraft order and reflects its commitment…
