Hong Kong Airlines has expanded its fleet with the addition of a leased Airbus A320, a move that underscores the airline’s continued focus on operational efficiency and enhanced connectivity. The aircraft, identified by its serial number 5156, is powered by the V2527-A5 engines, known for their reliability and fuel efficiency.
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Wizz Air Holdings, based in Hungary, reported that as of September 30, 2024, it had 41 aircraft on the ground due to ongoing GTF engine-related inspections. This figure marks an improvement over the initial forecast for fiscal 2025, attributed to the expedited induction of quick-turn engines. Wizz Air anticipates an average of 40-45 grounded aircraft over the next 18 months as engine…
SAMCO Aircraft Maintenance has signed a four-year contract extension with CityJet, an Ireland-based wet-lease airline, to provide comprehensive maintenance services for CityJet’s CRJ 900 and CRJ 1000 fleet operating throughout Europe. This extended agreement covers all line maintenance needs, including regular hangar maintenance visits, which will be conducted from SAMCO’s Scandinavian Hub in Copenhagen and…
SalamAir (Oman) has announced the appointment of Steven Allen as its new Chief Commercial Officer (CCO). Allen will lead the airline’s commercial division, focusing on network expansion, revenue optimization, and strategic partnerships.
Air Inuit (Canada) has filed a lawsuit in the Superior Court of Quebec, seeking US$6.2 million in damages over what it claims to be negligent maintenance of Nunavik’s gravel runways. The carrier alleges that the runways, spread across 13 airports, pose operational and safety risks due to their poor condition.
IndiGo, India’s largest airline, has added another Airbus A320 to its growing fleet. This newly delivered aircraft, identified by serial number 4758, is leased and powered by CFM56-5B4/3 engines. The addition aligns with IndiGo’s strategy to enhance its fleet capacity, ensuring it can meet rising demand for both domestic and regional travel across its expansive…
Play Airlines, the low-cost carrier based in Iceland, has accepted a settlement offer from the Financial Supervisory Authority (FME) relating to issues around the disclosure of its lower revenue generation in 2022. As part of the settlement, the airline has agreed to pay a fine of US$120,800.
