Air Arabia (UAE) has announced the launch of a new route connecting Sharjah to Addis Ababa, with the first flight scheduled for 30 January 2025. This route will be operated using the airline’s Airbus A320, providing passengers with a comfortable and efficient travel experience.
Southwest Airlines (US) has announced significant leadership changes with the upcoming retirements of Executive Vice President (EVP) and Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Tammy Romo and Chief Administration Officer Linda Rutherford. Romo’s retirement will take effect on April 1, 2025, while Rutherford’s retirement timeline has not been specified.
SpiceJet (India) has announced plans to unground 10 additional aircraft by mid-April 2025, further enhancing its operational capacity. This move follows the airline’s recent success in adding or restoring 60 flights over the past three months, a direct result of improved fleet availability.
SATA (Portugal) has announced an ambitious plan to achieve $67 million in savings through its financial sustainability plan, which will roll out across 2025. This comprehensive plan includes 40 targeted measures aimed at streamlining operations, improving efficiency, and reducing costs.
Avolon (Ireland) has released a forecast predicting that growth in the Asia-Pacific region will be the primary driver behind global airline revenues surpassing $1 trillion for the first time in 2025. The report highlights the region’s rapidly expanding air travel market and its pivotal role in shaping the future of global aviation.
Transavia (Netherlands) has announced plans to incorporate two additional reserve planes into its fleet in 2025 to mitigate potential capacity problems. This proactive measure aims to ensure that the airline can operate its full schedule without disruptions, even during peak periods or unforeseen circumstances.
Ascend Airways Malaysia has been granted a Conditional Air Service Permit by the Malaysian Aviation Commission (MAVCOM), paving the way for the airline to commence operations. The carrier aims to launch its ACMI (Aircraft, Crew, Maintenance, and Insurance) services by late 2025, starting with a Boeing 737C. As part of its growth strategy, Ascend Airways plans to expand its fleet to include the Boeing…
Ascend Airways UK has announced the addition of a Boeing 737-8 to its fleet, subleased from SmartLynx (Latvia) in December 2024. This marks a significant milestone in Ascend Airways’ fleet expansion strategy as it aims to strengthen its operations and enhance capacity ahead of the busy summer travel season.
Air Algérie has announced the lease of six aircraft to be delivered by September 2025 as a temporary solution to compensate for the 12 aircraft grounded due to maintenance and spare parts issues. This move comes as the carrier works to maintain operational capacity and meet passenger demand.
PLAY Airlines, Iceland’s low-cost carrier, has announced the cancellation of several routes in its 2025 schedule. The affected routes include flights from Reykjavik Keflavik to Gothenburg, Hamilton, Palma de Mallorca, and Stockholm Arlanda. This decision reflects the airline’s strategy to optimize its network and focus on routes with higher demand.
