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Southwest Airlines Completes Sale-Leaseback for 36 B737-800s

Southwest Airlines, the largest low-cost carrier in the United States, has announced a sale-leaseback transactioninvolving 36 Boeing B737-800s. The deal, conducted with aircraft management firm BBAM, aligns with Southwest’s strategy to monetize the surplus value of its exclusively all-B737 fleet.

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Ascend Airways Expands Fleet and Prepares for Malaysian Launch

Ascend Airways is set to accelerate its fleet expansion in early 2025, with the addition of one Boeing B737-800 in February and two B737-8 aircraft in March and April. The airline, under the leadership of CEO Alastair Willson, aims to gradually grow its fleet to 15-20 aircraft to meet its operational goals.

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Sun d’Or to Begin Tel Aviv–Tirana Service in March 2025

Sun d’Or, a subsidiary of El Al Israel Airlines, has scheduled new flights between Tel Aviv and Tirana, the capital of Albania, starting 31 March 2025. The route will be operated using a Boeing 737-800, offering a reliable and comfortable travel experience. This new service connects Israel and Albania directly, facilitating travel for both leisure and business passengers. Tirana, known for…

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Hainan Airlines Acquires B737-800 and Reinstates Retired Aircraft

Hainan Airlines (China) has acquired a B737-800, bearing serial number 41121, as part of its ongoing fleet enhancement. In addition, the airline has announced plans to reinstate three B737-800s, previously retired, back into active service. These aircraft, identified by serial numbers 28319, 28320, and 28321, will bolster Hainan Airlines’ operational capacity.