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Spring Airlines Opens New Hangar in Yangzhou

Spring Airlines (China) has officially commenced operations at its new hangar facility in Yangzhou, marking a significant milestone in the airline’s maintenance and operations capabilities. This state-of-the-art facility is designed to handle overhauls for over 200 aircraft annually and represents a substantial investment of US$81.8 million.

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JD Airlines Takes Delivery of Final B737-800BCF in 2024 Deal

JD Airlines (China) has taken delivery of its tenth Boeing 737-800BCF, with serial number 30709, marking the completion of its 2024 deal with AerCap (Ireland) for four converted freighter aircraft. This delivery solidifies JD Airlines’ position as a key player in the burgeoning air cargo market in China.

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Bocomm Leasing Completes First Offshore RMB Aircraft Finance Deal

Bocomm Leasing, a leading Chinese leasing company, has successfully closed its first offshore RMB aircraft finance leasing deal. This milestone was achieved through its Irish subsidiary, culminating in the delivery of an Airbus A350-900 to Korean Air in late December 2024.

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China Eastern Operates First C919 Flight to Hong Kong

China Eastern Airlines has achieved a significant milestone by operating the C919’s first scheduled commercial flight outside mainland China. The flight, which departed from Shanghai and landed in Hong Kong, marks the aircraft’s debut on an international route, replacing the Airbus A321 on this sector.

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MJets Air Explores Partnerships with Leading Logistics Players

MJets Air, a dynamic player in Malaysia’s aviation and logistics sector, is taking bold steps to strengthen its operational capabilities by seeking strategic partnerships with prominent global logistics and airline players. The company has initiated discussions with JD and Cainiao, two of China’s leading logistics entities, and Unilode Aviation Solutions, a Switzerland-based provider of ULD (unit load device) management…

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CALC and Moutai Leasing Sign Agreement for A320neo Sale

CALC (Hong Kong) has announced that its Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) has signed an Aircraft Sale and Purchase Agreement with Moutai Leasing (China). This agreement pertains to the sale of one lease-attached A320neo, marking a significant transaction in the aviation leasing sector. The sale is expected to conclude in January 2025, further strengthening CALC’s asset management strategy and Moutai Leasing’s aircraft…

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Batik Air to Launch Kuala Lumpur Flights to Beijing Daxing and Changsha

Batik Air Malaysia has announced plans to expand its network in China by launching new flights from Kuala Lumpurto Beijing Daxing International Airport and Changsha. These routes are scheduled to commence in late March 2025, marking a significant step in the airline’s growth strategy.