Total Linhas Aereas, a Brazilian airline, faced a critical incident when its Boeing 737-400F, identified by serial 26299, landed at Sao Paulo with an active fire in its cargo hold. Fortunately, the crew was able to escape the aircraft without injury. However, the aircraft sustained significant structural damage due to the blaze. This incident highlights the risks associated with…
Azul Cargo Express, the cargo division of Azul Airlines in Brazil, has bolstered its fleet with the arrival of its second A321P2F (Passenger to Freighter) aircraft, serial number 2759. Leased from AerCap, an Ireland-based global leader in aviation leasing, this newly converted freighter is scheduled to enter service by February 2025. The A321P2F offers a robust and flexible solution for Azul Cargo Express…
Brazil is preparing to establish a $690 million credit line by early 2025 to assist financially struggling airlines, according to Ports and Airports Minister Silvio Costa Filho. This government-backed funding initiative aims to stabilize Brazil’s aviation sector, providing crucial financial relief for airlines facing economic challenges due to fluctuating demand and increased operational costs. The initiative is expected to bolster…
GOL, the Brazilian airline, has entered into a Plan Support Agreement with the Abra Group (UK), its affiliates, and unsecured creditors to facilitate the airline’s financial restructuring under Chapter 11. This agreement will reduce GOL’s prepetition debt and obligations by approximately $2.5 billion, a substantial move aimed at stabilizing its finances and preparing for a sustainable future.
LATAM Brasil has announced a significant $40 million investment in the construction of a new maintenance hangar at its LATAM MRO facility located in São Carlos, São Paulo. This new hangar is specifically designed to support the maintenance needs of Boeing 787 aircraft, a model integral to LATAM’s long-haul fleet. The investment underscores LATAM Brasil’s commitment to enhancing its in-house MRO (maintenance, repair, and overhaul)…
Eve Air Mobility, a U.S.-based company specializing in electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft, has achieved a significant regulatory milestone with the publication of the final airworthiness criteria for its eVTOL by ANAC, Brazil’s civil aviation authority. This announcement brings Eve Air Mobility closer to certification, marking an essential step in the path toward…
Azul, one of Brazil’s leading airlines, has rejoined the Brazilian Airline Association (ABEAR) after a five-year hiatus. Azul initially left the association amid disagreements with rival airlines, but this decision to return marks a renewed commitment to collaboration within Brazil’s aviation industry. By rejoining ABEAR, Azul signals a positive shift toward unified efforts in addressing…
Avion Express Brasil, a new entrant in Brazil’s aviation market, is preparing for the arrival of its first aircraft, a critical step in the airline’s certification process. This milestone is expected to pave the way for the airline’s official launch, allowing Avion Express Brasil to move closer to operational readiness and establish its presence in…
Total Linhas Aereas, a Brazilian airline, has announced plans to add the C919, China’s domestically developed commercial jet, to its fleet. This significant move, confirmed by CEO Paulo Almada, makes Total Linhas Aereas one of the first airlines outside China to operate the C919, marking a milestone in the jet’s global adoption.
Aerocardal, a prominent Chilean airline, is set to enhance its regional operations with the addition of its first LET 410 NG aircraft. This twin-engine turboprop, registered as CC-DLI, is currently en route from the Czech Republic to Chile, marking a significant milestone in the airline’s expansion strategy.
