Qantas has announced the resumption of its nonstop Delhi–Melbourne service, beginning 27 October 2025 and running through 28 March 2026, to meet strong seasonal demand between India and Australia. The flights will operate three times per week, utilizing the airline’s Airbus A330-200 aircraft.
Capital Airlines, a subsidiary of the HNA Aviation Group, has officially received its second Airbus A330-200P2F, further strengthening its growing freighter operations. The delivery underlines the carrier’s continued role in supporting China’s expanding air cargo market, particularly amid the country’s increasing reliance on converted widebody freighters to handle growing logistics demand.
euroAtlantic Airways, one of Europe’s oldest ACMI service providers, is entering a transformative phase with the launch of its “EAA New Era 2030 Strategic Plan.” Founded in 1993 and headquartered in Lisbon, euroAtlantic has long been a key ACMI, charter, and wet lease provider for major airlines including TAP Portugal, Air France, DHL, Azul, Royal Air Maroc, and British Airways….
Unical Aviation has announced the acquisition of an Airbus A330-200 airframe from UK-based aviation asset firm AOG247, further strengthening its position as a key supplier of high-demand aircraft components. This newly acquired aircraft is currently undergoing disassembly, and its parts will soon be made available to support the operational and maintenance needs of airlines, aircraft operators, and MROs worldwide.
Parata Air, a startup airline based in South Korea, is preparing to commence commercial operations in September 2025, following expected approval of its Air Operator Certificate (AOC). The airline will begin with a fleet of four aircraft, comprising both widebody and narrowbody types through leasing arrangements.
Setna iO, a U.S.-based aviation asset management and parts supplier, has purchased an ex-Malaysia Airlines A330-200airframe for immediate disassembly. The teardown process will be carried out by Tarmac Aerosave in France, a well-known facility specializing in environmentally responsible aircraft recycling and component recovery.
Jet2, a major UK-based leisure airline, has taken delivery of an Airbus A330-200 aircraft under a wet lease agreementfrom Hi Fly Malta. The aircraft, carrying serial number 700, is powered by CF6-80E1A4 engines developed by GE Aviation.
Investec Aviation Finance, based in the United Kingdom, has finalized a senior-term loan facility with Aircraft Engine Lease Finance (AELF), headquartered in the United States, to support the acquisition of a Airbus A330-200 aircraft. The aircraft, bearing manufacturer serial number 1104, was acquired by AELF from Avolon, the global leasing company based in Ireland.
Arkia, an Israeli leisure-focused carrier, has announced plans to wet lease one A330-200 from GullivAir, a Bulgarian airline, for use during the summer 2025 season. This move allows Arkia to temporarily expand its widebody capacity in response to heightened seasonal demand.
Tunisair has secured an A330-200 aircraft, serial 1407, from Privilege Style (Spain) to temporarily replace one of its A330s, serial 1631, which has been under maintenance since mid-April 2025. Additionally, Tunisair has leased an A320, serial 2173, from Avion Express (Lithuania) to further support its operational needs during this period.
