Qeshm Airlines, an Iranian carrier, has returned an Airbus A300-600 to active service after it remained grounded for three years due to the unavailability of critical spare parts. The aircraft’s reactivation comes as a significant operational gain for the airline amidst persistent challenges posed by sanctions and parts procurement constraints.
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flyadeal, the low-cost subsidiary of Saudia, has expanded its operational capabilities with the arrival of one Airbus A330-200, serial number 597, acquired via a wet lease from Turkish carrier Air Anka. The aircraft is powered by Rolls-Royce Trent 772B-60 engines and will provide additional widebody capacity for the airline’s growing network.
Alitalia, the historic Italian airline, has commenced a mass dismissal process affecting 2,059 employees as part of its ongoing restructuring. This move signifies a major workforce reduction as the company continues to navigate financial difficulties and operational restructuring. The employees impacted by this dismissal will be permanently laid off, marking a significant step in Alitalia’s effort to…
Widerøe, Norway’s largest regional airline, is planning to achieve $38 to $48 million in annual savings over the next three to four years to support a fleet renewal program, according to CEO Tore Jenssen. The initiative reflects the carrier’s effort to modernize its fleet while maintaining operational sustainability.
Tunisair, Tunisia’s national carrier, is set to benefit from a government-initiated rescue plan, aimed at addressing the airline’s financial and operational challenges. A key focus of the plan is fleet renewal, as several aircraft in Tunisair’s current fleet are projected to reach the end of their operational life between 2029 and 2030.
Korean Air and Asiana Airlines are optimistic about receiving European Union (EU) regulatory approval for their merger by early November 2024.
SriLankan Airlines CEO Richard Nuttall is exploring refinancing options to restructure the airline’s debt, which would serve as a preliminary step before any A330 fleet renewal. The carrier is also considering doubling its total fleet size to 50 aircraft, signaling a potential long-term expansion strategy.
