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ALM Arranges Final Delivery of A320neo to Turkish Airlines

ALM, a UK-based leasing company, has arranged the lease of an A320neo, with serial number 8168, to Turkish Airlines. This delivery represents the second and final of two GTF-powered A320neo units leased by ALM to Turkish Airlines, reinforcing the airline’s commitment to expanding its fleet with modern, fuel-efficient aircraft. The addition of this A320neo enhances Turkish Airlines’ operational capabilities, offering improved fuel…

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Airbus Reports October 2024 Order Book Updates with New A320neo and A321neo Orders

Airbus has updated its order book for October 2024, reflecting several new orders within its A320neo family. The changes include an order for one A321neo from American Airlines and two separate orders for five and ten A320neosfrom undisclosed customers. Additionally, a private customer placed an order for one A320neo. These orders continue to reinforce the popularity of Airbus’s A320neo family, known for its fuel efficiency and suitability for various…

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Albatechnics Gains Approval for A320 Base Maintenance in Italy

Albatechnics, an Italian aircraft maintenance provider, has received official approval to perform base maintenance on both the A320ceo and A320neo models. This certification allows Albatechnics to expand its service offerings, providing crucial maintenance capabilities for one of the world’s most widely used aircraft families. The approval marks a significant milestone for Albatechnics, enhancing its position within the European aviation maintenance market…

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Lufthansa Plans More Sale/Leaseback Deals to Raise Liquidity by 2024 End

Lufthansa, Germany’s flagship airline, is intensifying its efforts to raise liquidity by the end of 2024 through the sale/leaseback (SLB) of an additional nine A320neo and A321neo aircraft. This financial strategy allows Lufthansa to free up cash while retaining operational use of these aircraft, supporting the airline’s liquidity needs amidst ongoing market pressures. Lufthansa has previously employed this approach, raising $247 million during…

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Avianca Receives New A320neo with LEAP-1A26 Engines

Avianca, Colombia’s flagship airline, recently expanded its fleet with the delivery of a new A320neo. The aircraft, bearing serial number 12289 and powered by LEAP-1A26 engines, marks another step in Avianca’s ongoing modernization efforts aimed at improving fuel efficiency and reducing emissions.

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Genesis Acquires Three Narrowbody Aircraft from BOC Aviation

Genesis, an Ireland-based aircraft leasing company, has completed a transaction with BOC Aviation of Singapore, acquiring three of the most sought-after narrowbody aircraft in the aviation market. This acquisition includes a Boeing 737-8 currently on lease to TUI in Germany, an Airbus A320 with Volaris in Mexico, and an Airbus A320neo leased to TAP Air Portugal. These aircraft are among the most liquid models in the narrowbody segment, reflecting Genesis’s…

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IndiGo to Launch Pune–Dubai Route on 22 November 2024

IndiGo, India’s largest low-cost airline, has announced a new international route connecting Pune to Dubai, with the inaugural flight scheduled for 22 November 2024. This direct service will be operated by the Airbus A320neo, known for its fuel efficiency and passenger comfort. The Pune–Dubai route marks an important expansion in IndiGo’s network, providing travelers with…

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flynas to Launch Nonstop Riyadh–Entebbe Service in January 2025

flynas, a Saudi Arabian low-cost airline, has announced the launch of a new nonstop service connecting Riyadh to Entebbe, Uganda. Scheduled to commence on 12 January 2025, the route will be operated with the fuel-efficient Airbus A320neo. This new service marks an important step for flynas as it expands its international footprint in East Africa,…

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Air Cairo Receives New Airbus A320neo to Expand Fleet

Air Cairo, a key player in Egypt’s low-cost airline sector, has expanded its fleet with the recent addition of a new Airbus A320neo. The aircraft, identified by serial number 12242, is powered by advanced LEAP-1A26 engines, providing enhanced fuel efficiency and reduced emissions. This delivery marks another step in Air Cairo’s commitment to modernizing its…