Emirates, the largest customer for the Boeing 777X, is preparing for additional delays in the delivery of its 205 aircraftorder. Initially scheduled for arrival in 2020, repeated postponements have pushed the expected first deliveries to no earlier than the second quarter of 2027, with the possibility of further delays extending into 2028.
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United Airlines, a leading U.S. carrier, has enhanced its fleet with the delivery of two Airbus A321neos, identified by serial numbers 11814. These aircraft are equipped with PW1133G-JM engines, recognized for their efficiency and environmental benefits.
The African Airlines Association (AFRAA) has officially welcomed Skyward Airlines, a Kenyan carrier, as its newest member. This move continues AFRAA’s mission to strengthen the African aviation ecosystem through collaboration, advocacy, and development initiatives across the continent.
Aviation Capital Group (ACG) has announced the delivery of one A321neo to Wizz Air (Hungary), marking the fourth aircraft provided to the carrier under a comprehensive multiple-aircraft sale/leaseback agreement. This transaction underscores the robust partnership between ACG and Wizz Air and highlights the growing demand for next-generation aircraft in Europe’s low-cost carrier market.
The Civil Aviation Pilots Union of Portugal has publicly condemned the operational state of SATA Azores Airlines, stating that the carrier is experiencing serious and recurring failures that pose direct risks to operational safety, result in misuse of public funds, and erode the trust of workers and passengers.
Air India Express, a prominent low-cost carrier in India, has announced the launch of a new Mangalore–Singapore service, scheduled to begin on 21 January 2025. The route will be operated using a Boeing 737-800, a reliable and efficient narrow-body aircraft ideal for short to medium-haul routes.
Cargo Aircraft Management, a subsidiary of Air Transport Services Group (ATSG), has announced its intention to fully redeem all $700 million in aggregate principal amount of its outstanding 2028 Notes. This financial maneuver is scheduled for April 11, 2025, and is subject to the successful completion of the merger between ATSG and Stonepeak Nile MergerCo.
