Bamboo Airways, a prominent Vietnamese airline, has entered into a wet-lease agreement with FlyOne, a Romanian carrier, for an Airbus A320. This arrangement became effective on December 13, 2024, and is expected to bolster Bamboo Airways’ operational capacity during peak travel periods.
Azman Air, a Nigerian airline, has firmly denied allegations that it sold two of its aircraft—a Boeing 737-300 and an Airbus A340-600—to Mahan Air in Iran. The airline clarified that these aircraft were dispatched to Iran solely for C-check maintenance, a routine procedure mandated every 18 months by the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA).
Arkia Israeli Airlines, one of Israel’s prominent carriers, has entered into a wet-lease agreement with FLY LILI, a Romanian airline, to lease an Airbus A320 and an Airbus A321. This agreement is set to last until October 31, 2025, bolstering Arkia’s operational capacity for both domestic and international routes.
American Airlines, one of the largest carriers in the United States, has announced the addition of two new aircraft to its fleet: an Airbus A321neo, identified by serial number 12282, and a Boeing 737-8, with serial number 44505. Both aircraft are powered by LEAP engines from CFM International, underscoring the airline’s focus on operational efficiency and sustainability.
Air Canada has expanded its fleet with the addition of an Airbus A321, identified by serial number 5377. The aircraft, acquired on lease, is powered by CFM56-5B3/3 engines, renowned for their efficiency and reliability.
Afriqiyah Airways, the national carrier of Libya, has announced the successful return of its Airbus A319, identified by serial number 4004, to active service following a comprehensive maintenance program.
Aegean Airlines, Greece’s largest carrier, has expanded its fleet with the addition of a new Airbus A321neo, bearing serial number 12381. This aircraft, powered by PW1133G-JM engines, represents the latest step in Aegean’s commitment to fleet modernization and operational efficiency.
TransNusa (Indonesia) has launched a new international route connecting Manado, Indonesia, with Honiara, Solomon Islands. This inaugural service began on December 19, 2024, and marks a milestone for TransNusa as it strengthens its regional connectivity.
Malaysia Airlines’ newly inducted A330neo continues to face challenges as it has been grounded for an additional 48 hours due to persistent technical issues. The aircraft, which recently made its inaugural flight to Melbourne, has been plagued by operational disruptions that have raised concerns about its immediate reliability.
Wizz Air, a leading low-cost carrier based in Hungary, has expanded its fleet with the addition of a new Airbus A321neo, identified by serial 12196. The aircraft is equipped with PW1133G-JM engines, known for their fuel efficiency and environmental performance.
