euroAtlantic Airways, a Portuguese charter and ACMI operator, has announced a new partnership with Azul Brazilian Airlines to provide direct flights between Sao Paulo Viracopos Airport and Lisbon. The agreement will commence on December 19, 2024, with one aircraft already in operation and the possibility of adding more in 2025 to meet rising demand.
Garuda Indonesia, the national carrier of Indonesia, has announced plans to expand its fleet by adding 20 aircraft in 2025. This ambitious plan includes the delivery of three Boeing aircraft by the end of February 2025, marking the start of a broader fleet expansion initiative.
Pelita Air Service, an Indonesian regional carrier, is set to be integrated into the Garuda Indonesia Group by mid-2025. This move marks a significant step in the ongoing restructuring of Indonesia’s state-owned aviation and tourism sectors. The integration comes as part of a broader strategy, which includes the potential merger of Garuda Indonesia into InJourney, the country’s state-owned aviation and…
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.
FlyArystan (Kazakhstan) is set to make a pivotal transition in its operations by moving to its own operator certificatestarting 1 January 2025. This significant change will see the airline fully separating its operational framework from its parent company, Air Astana Group, while maintaining collaborative agreements.
Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) is poised to significantly bolster its fleet with the scheduled delivery of eight new Boeing 777 aircraft in 2025. This strategic acquisition aligns with PIA’s objectives to modernize its fleet, enhance operational efficiency, and expand its international route network.
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.
Interjet, the Mexican airline, is in discussions with potential investors to resume operations by the end of the first quarter of 2025. According to the airline’s chairman, Alejandro Del Valle, the plan involves a $500 million investment to restart flights, with operations centered at Mexico City’s Felipe Ángeles International Airport (AIFA).
Afrijet – Fly Gabon, a leading carrier in Central Africa, has announced plans to expand its fleet from the current seven aircraft to 12 by 2031. The growth strategy begins with the addition of a new ATR42-600, scheduled for delivery in August 2025.
Turkish Airlines is set to launch a weekly freighter service connecting its Istanbul base to Mexico City’s AIFA(Felipe Ángeles International Airport) via a US gateway. The operation is scheduled to begin in January or February 2025, marking an expansion of the airline’s cargo network in the Americas.
