Spirit Airlines (US) has expressed “substantial doubt” about its ability to sustain operations through 2025, attributing the concern to significant financial losses and difficult market conditions. This announcement underscores the challenges faced by the low-cost carrier amid heightened competition and rising costs.
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Emirates will introduce a fourth daily flight between Dubai and London Gatwick starting 8 February 2026, marking a significant expansion of the airline’s operations in the UK. This additional service, designated EK069/070, will be operated using the airline’s newest aircraft, the Airbus A350-900, featuring state-of-the-art cabin interiors and enhanced passenger experience across three classes.
Cyprus Airways has expanded its fleet with the delivery of an Airbus A220-300, registered under serial number 55344, marking a continued investment in modern, fuel-efficient aircraft. The aircraft is powered by PW1500G engines, manufactured by Pratt & Whitney, and joins the airline’s growing next-generation fleet.
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has suspended two senior executives of Akasa Air (India) for a period of six months, citing lapses in pilot training. The individuals affected are Niraj Bhatia, Director of Training, and Floyd Gracious, Director of Flight Operations. This regulatory action underscores the critical importance of maintaining rigorous standards in aviation training and operational oversight.
China Airlines has secured a long-term lease agreement for three Airbus A321neo aircraft from Avolon (Ireland), with lease terms spanning 144 months. This strategic move comes as the airline navigates global supply chain challenges affecting aircraft deliveries and operational expansion.
Air Europa Holdings, a leading Spanish carrier, anticipates closing 2024 with a turnover of nearly $3 billion, reflecting a 6.3% year-on-year increase. The growth comes as the airline focuses on reducing its leverage while continuing to expand and modernize its fleet. As part of its fleet expansion strategy, Air Europa plans to add three Boeing 787 Dreamliners and its first Boeing 737…
Southwest Airlines is preparing to take delivery of a new Boeing 737-8 MAX, continuing its longstanding reliance on the Boeing 737 family as the backbone of its operations. The aircraft, carrying manufacturer serial number 42668, will be registered as N8976K once it joins the fleet. This latest addition further strengthens Southwest’s status as the world’s largest operator of the Boeing…
