Delta Air Lines is drawing a firm line in the sand regarding tariffs imposed on aircraft manufactured by Airbus, refusing to absorb the added costs associated with trade measures targeting European aerospace imports. The move marks a potential flashpoint in global aviation, as airlines across continents face increasing pressure from geopolitical economic policy shifts.
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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…
China Southern Airlines has announced a significant financial turnaround with a net profit of $447 million for the third quarter of 2024. This achievement reflects a steady recovery in the aviation market and is supported by robust passenger demand and strategic operational adjustments. The airline’s Q3 results show that China Southern has successfully capitalized on…
CDB Aviation (Ireland) has successfully completed the sale of two Airbus A330-200 aircraft to National Airlines (US). The transaction was finalized with the delivery of the second aircraft, both powered by Trent 800 engines, marking a significant milestone in the leasing company’s portfolio management.
Thai AirAsia has bolstered its fleet with the addition of a new Airbus A321neo, identified by serial number 12135. This aircraft is powered by LEAP-1A32 engines from CFM International, designed for enhanced fuel efficiency and reduced emissions. The A321neo model aligns with Thai AirAsia’s commitment to offering cost-effective, environmentally friendly travel options across its network in Southeast Asia.
Viva (Mexico) has reported a strong performance for March 2025, with total passengers carried reaching 2.4 million, a 12.2% increase year-over-year. This growth reflects the airline’s sustained capacity expansion and solid demand across its domestic and regional route network, even as its load factor (LF) recorded a marginal decline of 0.6 percentage points to 85.9%.
GOL Linhas Aéreas, the Brazilian low-cost carrier, has secured a critical agreement with key creditors that paves the way for its emergence from Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, likely by June 2025. The agreement includes an additional $125 million in financing, bringing the total raised through the restructuring process to at least $1.37 billion.
