Challenge Group, based in Malta, has acquired its first Boeing 777-300ER aircraft, manufacturer serial number (MSN) 38284, which will be converted into a dedicated freighter by Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) in Tel Aviv. The aircraft is expected to be redelivered in Q1 2026, marking a key step in the group’s fleet expansion into the long-haul cargo sector.
Thai Airways International has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Kansas Modification Center to establish a joint venture dedicated to converting B777-300ER passenger aircraft into cargo freighters. This strategic collaboration aims to capitalize on the growing demand for cargo capacity amid a continuing global shift in air freight logistics.
Magma Aviation is actively exploring options to expand its own-controlled fleet, considering a range of widebody freighters to support its growing cargo operations. The company is evaluating Boeing B767-300F, B767-200F, A330-300F, A330-200F, and converted B777-300ER aircraft to enhance its capacity and network reach.
Avation, a Singapore-based aircraft lessor, has announced that Philippine Airlines (PAL) has not exercised the early termination option for its leased Boeing B777-300ER. As a result, the lease will continue through its full term, set to expire in December 2029.
Boeing has finalized the sale of one of the last B777-300ER aircraft, marking a significant milestone for this iconic model. The aircraft, bearing serial number 65420, was included in the manufacturer’s December 2024 order book update. This transaction highlights the enduring value of the B777-300ER in the global aviation market.
AerFin (Ireland) has successfully completed the purchase and teardown of a Boeing 777-300ER previously operated by Japan Airlines (JAL). This acquisition marks another significant step in AerFin’s efforts to bolster its aftermarket inventory for widebody aircraft parts.
Emirates (UAE) has announced the launch of a third daily non-stop flight connecting Dubai and Melbourne, set to begin on March 30, 2025. This additional service will be operated using the airline’s newly retrofitted four-class Boeing 777-300ER, offering passengers enhanced comfort and more travel options.
Aircraft asset manager Stratos has finalized the sale of four aircraft across three separate transactions, enhancing returns for its investors. The sales include two A320 aircraft sold to Avion Express, a 737-300F purchased by a Middle Eastern buyer, and a leased 777-300ER acquired by Altavair-managed investors. The A320s were transferred at lease expiration, while the…
Korean airline T’Way Air has announced an expansion of its European network starting April 2025, with additional flights and the introduction of Boeing 777-300ER aircraft on certain routes. Flights from Seoul Incheon to Frankfurt will increase from four to seven weekly by the end of May, operated with the Airbus A330-200. Additionally, T’Way will upgrade…
