Akasa Air, India’s newest low-cost carrier, has initiated discussions with Boeing to accelerate the delivery of additional aircraft, aiming to expand its fleet significantly by the end of the current fiscal year in March 2025. The airline is positioning itself to cater to the growing domestic and international travel demand in the region.
Windrose Airlines, a Ukrainian carrier, has officially retired its only Boeing 737-800, identified by serial 38120. This decision marks a strategic adjustment to the airline’s fleet composition as it focuses on operational priorities.
United Airlines, one of the largest carriers in the United States, has added a new Boeing 737-9 to its fleet. The aircraft, identified by serial 68826, is equipped with advanced LEAP-1B28 engines, known for their fuel efficiency and operational reliability.
Pars Air, an Iranian carrier, has achieved a fleet milestone with the delivery of its first Boeing 737-400, identified by serial 25736. The aircraft is powered by CFM56-3B2 engines, renowned for their reliability and efficiency in short- to medium-haul operations.
Mahan Air, based in Iran, has taken delivery of two aircraft: an Airbus A340-600, identified by serial 765, and a Boeing 737-300, serial 28557. These aircraft were previously operated by Azman Air, a Nigerian carrier. The deliveries have drawn scrutiny from the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) over potential violations of international sanctions.
GOL, Brazil’s largest domestic airline, has expanded its fleet with the delivery of two new Boeing 737-8 aircraft. The aircraft, identified by serials 44032 and 44033, are powered by LEAP-1B engines, known for their advanced fuel efficiency and environmental performance.
Iran has successfully localized the production of engine parts for Airbus and Boeing aircraft, a significant milestone achieved in collaboration with MAPNA Group, a leading Iranian industrial conglomerate. The announcement was made by Hossein Pourfarzaneh, head of the Civil Aviation Organization, highlighting the country’s strides in achieving self-reliance in aviation technology.
Boeing has resumed production across all airplane programs that were previously halted due to a machinists’ strike in the Pacific Northwest. The affected programs include the B767, B777/777X, and B737 MAX, all of which are now back in operation.
TAAG Angola Airlines has entered into a long-term agreement with Lufthansa Technik (Germany) to provide aircraft component services for its brand-new fleet of Boeing 787s. This collaboration marks a significant milestone in TAAG’s fleet modernization strategy, ensuring reliable maintenance support for its operations.
Total Linhas Aéreas, the Brazilian cargo operator, is preparing to take delivery of another Boeing 737-400 Freighter (B737-400F), identified by serial number 27674. This addition reflects Total’s ongoing efforts to expand its cargo capabilities and modernize its freighter fleet.
