China Southern Airlines, one of China’s largest carriers, has disclosed a net loss of US$103 million for the first quarter of 2025, as its total revenues fell 2.7% to US$5.9 billion. The results point to a challenging operating environment for Chinese airlines, with lingering cost pressures and fragile demand recovery.
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FedEx Feeder, the regional cargo arm of FedEx Express in the United States, has taken delivery of a new ATR72-600F freighter, serial number 1765. The aircraft is operated by Swiftair, based in Spain, and is powered by PW127M engines developed by Pratt & Whitney.
QantasLink, the regional arm of Qantas, has expanded its turboprop fleet with the addition of a De Havilland Canada Q400, serial number 4460. The aircraft is operated by Sunstate Airlines, a wholly owned Qantas subsidiary, and is equipped with Pratt & Whitney PW150A engines.
Jet Airways (India) has entered a new phase in its liquidation process with the appointment of Satish Kumar Gupta as its liquidator. The decision was made by the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) following a Supreme Court order that permits the sale of the grounded airline.
Volotea (Spain) has appointed Nathan Bailey as its new Fleet Director, strengthening the airline’s technical leadership team as it continues its fleet expansion and renewal strategy. Bailey joined the company in early 2025, and his promotion signals a strategic emphasis on experienced leadership to guide aircraft acquisition, leasing, and optimization processes.
A Dhaka court has sent a current official of Biman Bangladesh Airlines and four former officials to jail in connection with a $98 million corruption case. The case, which has garnered significant attention, involves alleged financial irregularities within the airline.
Thai Airways International has announced plans to raise up to $1.27 billion through a share rights offering, marking a pivotal step in its efforts to exit court-supervised debt restructuring. This initiative will also enable the resumption of the trading of the airline’s stock on the Thai stock exchange.
