Aeroflot is preparing to dismantle eight Boeing cargo aircraft to secure critical spare parts, reflecting the mounting challenges imposed on the Russian aviation sector by Western sanctions. According to Ukraine’s Foreign Intelligence Service, the aircraft will be sourced from Volga-Dnepr Airlines at an estimated cost of $130 million, with the program reportedly financed by Russia’s National Welfare Fund.
Greater Bay Airlines is preparing to take delivery of its first Boeing 737-9 MAX, becoming the first Chinese carrier to induct the type into its fleet. The aircraft, registered B-KWA with manufacturer serial number (MSN) 64132 and line number (LN) 9221, was recently photographed on final approach to Boeing Field (BFI) on October 6, 2025, signaling its imminent handover.
A major milestone has been reached in Bahrain as the company’s newly acquired hangar complex has now been fully branded and upgraded, marking a significant step in strengthening its maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) capabilities.
AerCap Holdings N.V., the global leader in aviation leasing, has reported a robust set of activities for the third quarter of 2025, completing a total of 146 transactions across aircraft, engines, and helicopters. The update highlights AerCap’s strong position in the aviation leasing market and its ability to manage an extensive global fleet portfolio.
Air India has temporarily withdrawn one of its Boeing 787-8 Dreamliners from service following an unusual in-flight incident in the United Kingdom. The aircraft, operating flight AI117 from Amritsar to Birmingham on October 4, experienced the deployment of its Ram Air Turbine (RAT) during final approach to Birmingham Airport.
SkyGuard, a new freighter operator based in Uzbekistan, has expanded its cargo fleet with the addition of a second Boeing 757-200F, reinforcing its rapid entry into the regional and international air freight market. The delivery underscores the airline’s strategy to strengthen its presence as one of only two carriers in Uzbekistan operating 757 freighters.
Boeing has announced that it will release its third quarter 2025 financial results on Wednesday, October 29, 2025. The announcement will be followed by a conference call and webcast hosted by the company’s senior leadership to provide insights into Boeing’s performance and outlook for the remainder of the year.
Liebherr-Aerospace Saline, Inc. has marked a significant milestone in its U.S. operations with the inauguration of a new 33,000 ft² (3,065 m²) facility, further strengthening its aftermarket service capabilities. This addition, which adjoins the company’s existing operations in Saline, Michigan, represents the fifth major expansion since 1993 and follows the last large-scale upgrade completed in 2016.
Southwest Airlines is preparing to take delivery of a new Boeing 737-8 MAX, continuing its longstanding reliance on the Boeing 737 family as the backbone of its operations. The aircraft, carrying manufacturer serial number 42668, will be registered as N8976K once it joins the fleet. This latest addition further strengthens Southwest’s status as the world’s largest operator of the Boeing…
Vietjet Air is preparing to strengthen its fleet with the upcoming delivery of a Boeing 737-8 MAX, continuing its major fleet expansion program as one of the fastest-growing airlines in Asia. The aircraft, carrying manufacturer serial number 63901, will enter service under the registration HS-VZE. This addition highlights Vietjet’s steady integration of the MAX family into its operations, aimed…
