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.
Norwegian Group reported a total of 1.8 million passengers for December 2024, with 1.4 million traveling on the mainline unit and 293,000 flying with its subsidiary, Wideroe. Over the course of the year, the Group transported more than 26.4 million passengers, marking a significant recovery in travel demand across its network.
Icelandair achieved a new milestone in 2024, transporting a record 4.7 million passengers, marking a 9% increasecompared to 2023. This significant growth reflects the airline’s ongoing recovery and expansion efforts in the competitive international aviation market.
euroAtlantic Airways, a Portuguese charter and ACMI operator, has announced a new partnership with Azul Brazilian Airlines to provide direct flights between Sao Paulo Viracopos Airport and Lisbon. The agreement will commence on December 19, 2024, with one aircraft already in operation and the possibility of adding more in 2025 to meet rising demand.
Werner Aero, a leading aviation services company based in the United States, has announced that its founder, president, and CEO, Mike Cazaz, will retire at the end of December 2024, marking the culmination of an impressive 32-year tenure. Under his leadership, Werner Aero evolved into a key player in the global aviation market, known for its innovative approaches to asset…
Bamboo Airways, a prominent Vietnamese airline, has entered into a wet-lease agreement with FlyOne, a Romanian carrier, for an Airbus A320. This arrangement became effective on December 13, 2024, and is expected to bolster Bamboo Airways’ operational capacity during peak travel periods.
Mayotte’s international airport, Dzaoudzi–Pamandzi International Airport, has suspended all commercial flights until December 31, 2024, following significant damage caused by a recent cyclone.
LIAT 20, the Antigua-based airline, has announced the launch of direct flights between Jamaica and Antigua starting 20 December 2024. This new route marks a significant milestone in enhancing Caribbean regional connectivity ahead of the busy holiday travel season.
Boeing has officially resumed production of its B737 MAX aircraft as of December 6, 2024, marking a significant step forward following a seven-week strike by over 33,000 factory workers. The strike, which ended in early November, had temporarily halted manufacturing operations, causing disruptions across Boeing’s supply chain.
Conviasa (Venezuela) has announced the launch of a new route connecting Caracas to Guangzhou, China, with a stopover in Moscow, Russia. The service is scheduled to commence on December 20, 2024, marking a significant expansion in the airline’s international network.
