Mahan Air, based in Iran, has taken delivery of two aircraft: an Airbus A340-600, identified by serial 765, and a Boeing 737-300, serial 28557. These aircraft were previously operated by Azman Air, a Nigerian carrier. The deliveries have drawn scrutiny from the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) over potential violations of international sanctions.
Azman Air (Nigeria) has ceased operations of one Airbus A340-600 and one Boeing 737-700, with both aircraft recently ferried to Tehran. The move suggests potential future use of these aircraft by an Iranian carrier, although details remain undisclosed.
Surinam Airways has announced that it will continue to operate its Paramaribo – Amsterdam route using a leased A340-600 from USC Germany. This arrangement is set to remain in place until at least January 15, 2025, as the airline ensures service continuity on this popular transatlantic route. The A340-600, known for its long-range capabilities and spacious cabin, will support Surinam Airways in…
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…
