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BeauTech Acquires 12 CF34-10E Engines From Alliance

BeauTech Power Systems, a US-based engine solutions provider, has completed the acquisition of twelve CF34-10E engines from Alliance Aviation Services of Australia. This transaction significantly strengthens BeauTech’s inventory of regional jet engine assets, particularly those supporting the Embraer E190/E195 aircraft family.

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Amazon Buys First A330-300 For Freighter Use

Amazon has completed the purchase of its first Airbus A330-300, serial number 1359, powered by Rolls-Royce Trent 772B-60 engines. This acquisition is seen as part of Amazon’s broader strategy to diversify and reinforce its logistics and air cargo capabilities through direct aircraft ownership.

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AELF Secures $31M Loan Backed By A330 Lease

Aircraft Engine Lease Finance (AELF), a US-based lessor, has finalized a $31 million loan agreement with Absa Bank Group of South Africa, backed by an Airbus A330-300 aircraft currently on lease to South African Airways (SAA). The funding arrangement represents a key financing transaction that underscores continued investor interest in widebody aircraft leased to national flag carriers.

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Thai Airways May Buy Up To 80 Boeing Jets In Tariff Deal

Thai Airways International is reportedly evaluating a major fleet expansion plan that could include the purchase of up to 80 Boeing aircraft, contingent upon the finalization of a tariff agreement between Thailand and the United States. This potential deal signals a significant pivot in Thai Airways’ long-term strategy, as it seeks to modernize its fleet and boost operational…

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AviaAM Leasing Nears B777-300ER Freighter Conversion Completion

AviaAM Leasing Service Centre, a part of the AviaAM Leasing group, is progressing toward the final stages of a B777-300ER Passenger-to-Freighter (P2F) conversion project in collaboration with Mammoth Freighters (US). This strategic initiative is expected to be completed by the end of 2025, marking a significant milestone in the company’s ongoing efforts to expand its freighter portfolio and respond to growing…

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AMS Sells Two CFM56-5B6/3 Engines From 2008

AMS (UK) has successfully concluded the sale of two CFM56-5B6/3 engines, manufactured in 2008, on behalf of their owner. The engines, bearing serial numbers 697839 and 697840, were marketed through an exhaustive and competitive Request for Proposal (RFP) process, demonstrating strong demand for mid-life engines in the secondary market.

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Uganda Airlines To Receive Government Funding For Expansion

Uganda Airlines is set to receive additional government funding in the 2025/26 fiscal year to support its ongoing growth and development plans. This funding initiative comes on the heels of the airline’s improved financial performance, having reported a notable increase in revenue to $89.4 million during the 2023/24 fiscal year. The injection of capital is aimed at enabling the national carrier…

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Flair Airlines Faces $30.9M Countersuit Over B737 MAX Leases

Flair Airlines, a Canadian ultra-low-cost carrier, is facing a $30.9 million countersuit in Ontario from four Irish lessors— Columbia Lights Aviation, Corvus Lights Aviation, Mam Aircraft Leasing, and Airborne Capital. The legal action stems from alleged financial damages tied to lease terminations and the repossession of four Boeing 737 MAXaircraft.

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Air India Express Reprimanded For Engine Part Violations

Air India Express, a low-cost subsidiary of Air India, was formally reprimanded in March 2025 by India’s aviation regulator for non-compliance with mandatory engine part replacements on an Airbus A320, as directed by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA). The incident involved serious breaches of maintenance protocol, including falsified documentation to falsely indicate compliance.