JetBlue Airways has announced tentative plans to conclude the service of its Embraer E190 fleet by 02 September 2025, marking the end of an era for these regional jets within the airline’s operations. The retirement aligns with JetBlue’s strategy to modernize its fleet with newer, more efficient aircraft.
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Korean Air has announced the promotion of its current president, Woo Kee-hong, to the position of Vice Chairman as part of the airline’s regular executive reshuffle scheduled for January 2025. This leadership change underscores Korean Air’s focus on strategic growth and operational excellence as it navigates the evolving global aviation landscape.
Nordic Aviation Capital (NAC) has finalized the sale of two Embraer E190 airframes and two engines to Regional One (US), a leading provider of aircraft and aftermarket solutions. This transaction aligns with NAC’s strategy to optimize its portfolio and repurpose assets for secondary market demand.
Frontier Airlines, a US-based low-cost carrier, has arranged to finance nine A321neo aircraft through a sale/leaseback agreement with Avolon (Ireland). Under the terms of the deal, the lease will span 12 years, with an option to extend for an additional two years, offering Frontier flexibility in fleet management and long-term operational planning.
Air Serbia is set to wet lease two additional Embraer E190s from Bulgaria Air to meet increased summer season demand. The fourth aircraft in this arrangement is expected to join the fleet by June 2025.
SalamAir, the low-cost carrier based in Oman, is set to continue its strategic fleet expansion with the upcoming delivery of its 15th aircraft in June 2025—an Airbus A321 acquired on lease from SMBC Aviation Capital (Ireland). A second A321 is also scheduled to arrive in July, further strengthening the airline’s mid-capacity aircraft portfolio.
A recent ruling by a U.S. federal appeals court mandates Southwest Airlines to face a lawsuit filed by its pilots’ union. The union alleges that Southwest violated federal labor laws by intimidating and disciplining pilots for their association with the union. The lawsuit claims Southwest’s actions breach federal protections that safeguard pilots’ rights to unionize…
