Qazaq Air has expanded its regional footprint with the launch of two new international routes from Astana, strengthening direct connectivity across Central Asia while adjusting its existing network structure. The airline, which now trades under the Vietjet Qazaqstan brand following its acquisition by Sovico Group, is preparing for the next phase of growth as it transitions toward a low-cost…
flydubai has taken a major strategic step in its long-term expansion plans by signing an agreement with GE Aerospacefor 60 GEnx-1B engines to power its future fleet of Boeing 787-9 aircraft. The deal, announced at the Dubai Airshow 2025, also includes spare engines and a long-term services package, reinforcing the airline’s transition into widebody operations for the first time since its…
SCAT Airlines, Kazakhstan’s second-largest carrier and the country’s leading privately held airline, has expanded its next-generation fleet with the arrival of a new Boeing 737 MAX 8, bringing its total number of 737 MAX aircraft to 12. The newly delivered aircraft, bearing registration UP-B3746 and MSN 61832, arrived directly from Boeing’s Everett facility on 13 November and represents another milestone…
Aviation Capital Group (ACG), a leading global full-service aircraft asset manager, reported a strong third quarter and nine-month performance for 2025, underscoring its solid financial position and strategic growth trajectory. The company’s results reflect higher asset utilization, disciplined capital deployment, and improved operating efficiency despite a challenging global leasing environment.
Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, has reinforced its dominance in the widebody aircraft segment with a landmark order for 65 additional Boeing 777X jets, valued at US$ 38 billion at list prices. The announcement was made during the Dubai Airshow 2025, marking one of the most significant commercial aviation deals of the year.
CDB Aviation, a wholly owned Irish subsidiary of China Development Bank Financial Leasing Co., Ltd., has announced the signing of lease agreements with Ethiopian Airlines for two Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft, further strengthening the African flag carrier’s position as a regional leader in fleet modernization and connectivity.
Alaska Airlines is set to expand its fleet with the imminent delivery of a brand-new Boeing 737-8 MAX from Boeing, continuing its long-term modernization and sustainability strategy. The aircraft, carrying Manufacturer Serial Number (MSN) 68510 and registration N821AK, will soon join Alaska’s fleet as part of the carrier’s ongoing transition to a single Boeing mainline aircraft family.
Vietjet Air is finalizing preparations to take delivery of a brand-new Boeing 737-8 MAX aircraft from Boeing, marking another key addition to its expanding fleet. The aircraft, carrying Manufacturer Serial Number (MSN) 63906 and registration HS-VZJ, reflects Vietjet’s continued investment in next-generation, fuel-efficient aircraft to support its regional and international growth strategy.
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued an emergency airworthiness directive mandating immediate inspections of all McDonnell Douglas MD-11 aircraft before any further flight operations can resume. The directive, released today, follows concerns raised by Boeing over potential safety issues affecting the structural or operational integrity of the model, prompting swift action by regulators and operators alike.
Eastar Jet, the South Korean low-cost carrier, is preparing to take delivery of a new Boeing 737-8 MAX, continuing its modernization strategy aimed at enhancing fleet efficiency and expanding operational reach. The aircraft, identified by Manufacturer Serial Number (MSN) 68125 and registration HL8759, will further strengthen the airline’s next-generation narrowbody fleet.
