Allegiant Air, a prominent ultra-low-cost carrier in the United States, has expanded its fleet with the acquisition of a Boeing 737-8-200 aircraft, bearing serial number 68001. This aircraft is equipped with advanced LEAP-1B27 engines, known for their fuel efficiency and performance.
Lufthansa Technik, a leading MRO provider based in Germany, and LOT Polish Airlines are strengthening their partnership through an expanded cooperation agreement. The latest collaboration focuses on MRO services for LEAP-1B engines, which power LOT’s Boeing 737 MAX fleet.
Arajet, the Dominican Republic’s low-cost carrier, is set to launch its inaugural flight to New York City on April 16, 2025, departing from Santo Domingo. This milestone marks Arajet’s first direct service to the United States, a significant expansion of its international network.
Arajet, the Dominican Republic’s pioneering low-cost airline, is currently facing challenges due to delays in the delivery of five Boeing 737 MAX aircraft. These delays are part of broader production issues affecting Boeing’s 737 MAX deliveries globally.
China Eastern has taken delivery of a B737-8, bearing serial number 61645, powered by LEAP-1B27 engines. This latest addition highlights the airline’s commitment to fleet modernization and operational efficiency.
StandardAero (US) has announced that its San Antonio engine overhaul center has secured maintenance organization approval from the Civil Aviation Administration (CAA) of China for the LEAP-1A and LEAP-1Bturbofan engines. This approval is a significant milestone, enabling StandardAero to perform maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) services for Chinese operators using these advanced engines.
AFI KLM E&M (France) and AAR (US), two major global players in the aviation maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) industry, have announced a strategic partnership to form a joint venture in the Asia-Pacific region. The JV will be headquartered in Chonburi, Thailand, and will specialize in the maintenance and support of nacelles for new-generation aircraft.
StandardAero (US) has entered into a General Terms Agreement (GTA) with T’way Air (South Korea) to provide MRO services for the airline’s CFM56-7B and LEAP-1B engines. This strategic partnership highlights StandardAero’s growing presence in the Asian aviation market and its commitment to delivering reliable maintenance solutions.
Tony Fernandes, co-founder of AirAsia (Malaysia), has expressed skepticism about the practicality of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), calling it an idea that “makes absolutely no sense.” Instead, Fernandes advocates for the aviation industry to focus on adopting new-technology aircraft and engines to achieve sustainability goals.
Fiji Airways, the national airline of Fiji, has announced the launch of direct flights between Cairns (CNS) in Australia and Nadi (NAN) in Fiji. The new route will commence on April 10, 2025, and will be operated using the Boeing 737 MAX aircraft.
