Air New Zealand has reported a net profit of $126 million for the financial year ending June, representing a decline from the $146 million achieved in the prior year. The fall in profitability was driven largely by prolonged engine maintenance challenges, which left as many as 11 aircraft grounded at peak times, significantly straining operations and highlighting the central role of engine…
Kenya Airways has projected a decline in its 2025 financial year revenues, attributing the shortfall to the prolonged grounding of two Boeing 787-8 aircraft. The airline cites ongoing engine maintenance delays as the root cause, which has significantly impacted its available seat capacity and network performance.
Sky Alps, an airline operating out of Italy, is currently facing delays in returning its fleet of seven Q400 aircraft to service. These aircraft have been grounded for several months, and the airline does not anticipate a resumption of operations for these models in the near future, as it navigates through stringent safety measures imposed by the…
Kenya Airways, a major player in African aviation, is currently facing significant operational hurdles with its fleet of Boeing 787 Dreamliners. According to CEO Allan Kilavuka, three of these aircraft have not been airborne since February 2025, primarily due to the airline’s challenges in securing the appropriate engines and spare parts.
Spirit Airlines (US) has announced a $1.22 billion net loss for 2024, with operating revenue declining by 8.4% to $4.91 billion. The low-cost carrier continues to face financial headwinds, including weaker demand, operational disruptions, and fleet challenges. Key Financial Performance Metrics Factors Contributing to the Loss Spirit Airlines’ financial struggles stem from multiple challenges, including: Strategic Response and Future Outlook…
JetBlue (US) is bracing for a peak in aircraft on ground (AOG) levels within the next one to two years as it continues to deal with the Pratt & Whitney GTF engine issues affecting its fleet. CFO Ursula Hurley has stated that the airline expects the number of grounded aircraft to rise into the mid-to-high teens in 2025, further stressing JetBlue’s operational and financial outlook.
HK Express (Hong Kong) anticipates that ongoing issues with its Pratt & Whitney (P&W)-powered A320neo fleetwill continue to impact operations through 2025. The airline reported that in 2024, an average of 5.6 A320neos were grounded at any given time due to issues with the P&W GTF engines.
Wizz Air (Hungary) CEO Jozsef Varadi has raised concerns about the prolonged impact of issues with Pratt & Whitney (P&W) engines affecting the airline’s fleet. Varadi stated that the engine problems could persist for four to five years, significantly impacting operations. The airline anticipates that 40 aircraft will remain grounded through fiscal 2026 due to these ongoing challenges.
The Texas Supreme Court has agreed to hear the Southwest Airlines pilots’ lawsuit against Boeing concerning the airline’s use of the B737 MAX. This decision comes despite the court’s previous rejection of the case in May 2024.
