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Boeing’s Elizabeth Lund to Retire as Head of Quality, Doug Ackerman Named Successor

Boeing has announced the upcoming retirement of Elizabeth Lund, the Head of Quality for Commercial Airplanes, set for December 2024. Lund, a longstanding leader in Boeing’s quality division, will be succeeded by Doug Ackerman, currently VP of Supply Chain and Fabrication Quality. Lund’s retirement marks the end of a distinguished career dedicated to maintaining Boeing’s quality standards, particularly in the commercial…

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Jet2 Phases Out B757 Fleet as A321neo Deliveries Progress

Jet2, the UK-based airline, has started retiring its Boeing 757 fleet as it receives new Airbus A321neo aircraft. This transition marks a significant fleet modernization for Jet2, with the remaining six B757s expected to be completely phased out by early January 2025. The introduction of the A321neo brings operational advantages such as increased fuel efficiency and lower emissions, aligning with the airline’s…

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Hawaiian Airlines to Operate B717 Fleet Until 2027-29

Hawaiian Airlines, the largest carrier in Hawaii, has announced its intention to continue operating its fleet of Boeing 717aircraft until 2027-29. These aircraft, which are primarily used for inter-island routes, are expected to remain in service until they reach their operational limits. The B717 has served Hawaiian Airlines reliably for years, providing essential connectivity across the Hawaiian…

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Aerolineas Argentinas to Retire Boeing 737-700 Fleet Starting January 2025

Aerolineas Argentinas has announced plans to retire a significant portion of its Boeing 737-700 fleet starting in January 2025, with the process expected to span 12 months. This decision comes as several leasing contracts for these aircraft approach their expiration. The retirement plan will impact multiple 737-700s, marking a shift in Aerolineas Argentinas’ fleet strategy as the airline looks…

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Satena Considers E195 and A220 as Replacements for Retiring ERJ145 Fleet

Satena, Colombia’s state-owned regional airline, is exploring options to replace its aging fleet of Embraer ERJ145 aircraft. The airline is currently evaluating both the Embraer E195 and the Airbus A220 as potential candidates for this fleet modernization, a move aimed at improving efficiency, capacity, and operational costs. This strategic decision is critical as Satena seeks…

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Allegiant Retires A320s, Takes First 737 MAX with 2025 Fleet Expansion Plans

Allegiant, a U.S.-based low-cost carrier, has initiated a significant shift in its fleet composition. During the third quarter of 2024, Allegiant retired four Airbus A320s, marking the beginning of a phased transition to the Boeing 737 MAX. The airline recently took delivery of its first 737 MAX, with plans to receive an additional 11 MAX…

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TUI fly Germany Retires Boeing 767 with Final Flight of Serial 29384

TUI fly Germany has officially retired its Boeing 767 fleet, with aircraft serial number 29384 completing its final flight with the carrier. This marks the end of an era for TUI fly, which has relied on the Boeing 767 for long-haul and high-capacity routes. The retirement of this aircraft aligns with the airline’s strategy to…