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Asman Airlines Secures $55M Financing For First Narrowbody Fleet

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Asman Airlines, a subsidiary of Airports of Kyrgyzstan, has secured $55 million in financing to expand its fleet with its first narrowbody aircraft. The deal, backed by the Eurasian Development Bank, the Russian-Kyrgyz Development Fund, and state-owned OJSC Eldik Bank, will allow the carrier to add either Airbus A320/A321 or Boeing 737NG models to its fleet. The financing agreement is expected to close in September 2025, following…

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Kuwait Airways Resumes Flights to Madrid in October 2025

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Kuwait Airways has announced the resumption of scheduled flights to Madrid, Spain, beginning October 26, 2025. The national carrier will operate three weekly flights between Kuwait and the Spanish capital, with departures set for Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays. This development reestablishes a key European connection within the airline’s growing global network.

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Madagascar Arrests 22 in Boeing 777 Smuggling Scandal

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Madagascar’s Ministry of Justice has arrested 22 individuals linked to the illegal transfer of five Boeing 777-200 wide-body aircraft to Iran in July 2025. Among those detained are senior officials from the country’s Civil Aviation Authority, individuals tied to India-based Udaan Aviation, and employees of several local companies. The arrests follow allegations of forgery and corruption that enabled Iranian carriers—restricted by Western sanctions—to acquire additional…

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IAI Secures FAA and CAAI Certification for 777-300ERSF Conversion

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Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) has achieved a major milestone in the global freighter conversion market by securing certification for its 777-300ERSF program, also known as “The Big Twin.” More than five years after its launch, both the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the Civil Aviation Authority of Israel (CAAI) granted the long-awaited Supplemental Type Certificate (STC), making it the first 777 passenger-to-freighter conversion program to…

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United States Air Force Prepares to Take Delivery of Boeing E-7A

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The United States Air Force (USAF) is preparing to take delivery of a new Boeing E-7A, a highly advanced airborne early warning and control (AEW&C) aircraft, designed to replace aging E-3 Sentry models and strengthen the Air Force’s situational awareness capabilities. The new unit is identified with manufacturer serial number (MSN) 68738, marking another important step in the USAF’s…

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American Airlines Prepares for Boeing 737-8 MAX Delivery

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American Airlines is preparing to strengthen its fleet with the delivery of a brand-new Boeing 737-8 MAX, continuing its modernization and expansion strategy. The aircraft, carrying the manufacturer serial number (MSN) 68205 and registered as N812UP, will soon join the airline’s fleet directly from Boeing. It is powered by a pair of CFM International LEAP-1B engines, designed to deliver reduced fuel…

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AJet Prepares for Boeing 737-8 MAX Delivery

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AJet is continuing its fleet expansion with the upcoming delivery of a Boeing 737-8 MAX, reinforcing its growth strategy and commitment to modern, fuel-efficient aircraft. The jet, identified by manufacturer serial number (MSN) 65228 and registered as TC-OHC, is powered by a pair of CFM International LEAP-1B27 engines, known for their fuel efficiency and reduced carbon emissions.

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Virgin Australia Prepares for Boeing 737-8 MAX Delivery

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Virgin Australia is strengthening its fleet strategy with the upcoming delivery of a new Boeing 737-8 MAX, underscoring its commitment to modernization and efficiency. The aircraft, carrying manufacturer serial number (MSN) 67035 and registered as VH-8VB, is powered by a pair of CFM International LEAP-1B27 engines. It is configured in a two-class cabin layout, accommodating 8 business class seats and 168 economy seats,…

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Lufthansa Welcomes First Boeing 787-9 With Allegris Cabins

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Lufthansa has marked a significant milestone with the arrival of its first Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner fitted with the airline’s new Allegris cabin product, which represents a major step forward in customer experience across all travel classes. The aircraft, registered as D-ABPF, arrived in Frankfurt on August 30 following its delivery flight from Seattle.

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Virgin Australia Faces Higher Maintenance Costs Amid Boeing Delays

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Virgin Australia is grappling with rising maintenance expenses as delays in aircraft deliveries from Boeing force the carrier to keep older aircraft in service longer than anticipated. The airline, which has been undergoing a post-pandemic recovery and modernization plan, has extended some of its existing leases to maintain operational capacity. This decision, however, has increased short-term costs, given…