Plus Ultra Líneas Aéreas, a Spanish long-haul airline, has expanded its widebody operations by adding a new Airbus A330-300 to its fleet. This recent addition brings the airline’s total number of A330 family aircraft to six, reinforcing its capacity on long-haul routes and replacing an older A340-300 previously in service.
ATR, the European regional aircraft manufacturer co-owned by Airbus and Leonardo, has projected a global market demand for approximately 2,600 turboprop aircraft over the next 20 years, spanning until 2045. The breakdown includes 2,100 passenger aircraft and 500 freighters, emphasizing the continuing relevance of turboprops in global aviation—especially for regional connectivity and last-mile logistics.
Air Niugini has announced that its first Airbus A220 has entered final assembly at Mirabel, Canada, with delivery scheduled for September 2025. This aircraft is the first of 11 A220s—in both -100 and -300 variants—that the airline plans to introduce as part of its ambitious fleet renewal strategy.
Grupo Aeromexico has announced plans to replace its fleet of E190 aircraft with B737-9s as part of its strategy to enhance capacity and operational efficiency. This upgrade is expected to result in an 83% increase in departure seats, enabling the airline to accommodate more passengers on high-demand routes.
Boliviana de Aviación (BoA) has outlined its fleet expansion plans for 2025, aiming to bolster its operations and enhance its service capabilities. The national carrier intends to introduce two net new aircraft starting from February 2025, bringing its total fleet size to 23 aircraft by the end of the year.
KF Aerospace (US) has announced it will operate three ATR72-500Fs on behalf of Purolator (Canada) starting in 2025. This move is part of a 10-year agreement that will see the replacement of Purolator’s existing Convair 340F freighters with the more modern and efficient ATR72-500F aircraft.
