JetSMART Argentina, a leading low-cost carrier in South America, is set to bolster its operations with the addition of its 12th aircraft, an Airbus A320neo. Scheduled to join the fleet at the end of January 2025, this delivery marks another milestone in the airline’s ongoing expansion and modernization efforts.
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Azul, the Brazilian airline, has updated its fleet expansion plans for 2025, which include the delivery of additional A330-900 aircraft directly from its orderbook in December 2025. The carrier also expects 12-15 Embraer E2 jets to arrive throughout the year, though some of these deliveries may slip into early 2026. Overall, Azul projects a 10% increase in capacity in 2025, signaling a significant step…
Spirit Airlines is reportedly preparing to file for bankruptcy protection within the coming weeks following the breakdown of merger negotiations with Frontier Airlines. The airline is engaged in advanced discussions with bondholders to develop a bankruptcy plan expected to gain majority support from creditors. This decision underscores Spirit’s need for financial restructuring as it faces operational and market challenges, heightened by…
Centrum Air (Uzbekistan) has announced the addition of another Airbus A320 to its fleet. The aircraft, bearing serial number 2665, marks the sixth Airbus family aircraft in Centrum Air’s growing portfolio, showcasing the airline’s steady expansion strategy.
KGAL Group (Germany) has finalized a lease agreement with Porter Airlines (Canada) for three Bombardier Q400 aircraft. The transaction was conducted via KGAL’s subsidiary, GOAL, and the aircraft are part of the KGAL APF 5 fund.
Challenge Group has appointed Udi Sharon as the new CEO of Challenge Airlines IL. Sharon brings extensive experience from Israel’s logistics and airfreight sectors and joins Challenge Group’s senior management team to enhance the airline’s local and international operations.
Uganda Airlines has secured coveted slots at London Gatwick Airport and is now aiming to launch flights to the UK in the first quarter of 2025. The airline originally planned to start operations this year but has delayed its debut until early 2025.
