Airlink, a prominent regional airline based in South Africa, has announced plans to lease ten brand-new Embraer E195-E2 aircraft from Azorra, a U.S.-based aircraft leasing company. The lease agreement marks a major step in Airlink’s ongoing fleet modernization strategy and positions the airline for expanded capacity and improved fuel efficiency. Deliveries of the aircraft are expected to begin in…
ANA Holdings, the parent company of All Nippon Airways, has confirmed a firm order for 15 Embraer E190-E2 regional jets, with options for an additional 5 aircraft, marking a significant move in its long-term fleet strategy. Deliveries will begin in fiscal year 2028 and continue through 2032. The deal was announced at the airshow, though the specific group subsidiary slated to…
Bangkok Airways, a regional airline based in Thailand, is evaluating options to replace its aging fleet of 11 Airbus A319s and two A320s with either the Airbus A220 or the Embraer E2. A final decision is expected by the end of 2024, with aircraft deliveries anticipated to begin in 2026 at the earliest. This move reflects Bangkok Airways’ commitment to modernizing its fleet and enhancing operational…
Azul, the Brazilian airline, has updated its fleet expansion plans for 2025, which include the delivery of additional A330-900 aircraft directly from its orderbook in December 2025. The carrier also expects 12-15 Embraer E2 jets to arrive throughout the year, though some of these deliveries may slip into early 2026. Overall, Azul projects a 10% increase in capacity in 2025, signaling a significant step…
Air Astana Group, Kazakhstan’s national airline, has reported accelerated fleet growth, expanding from 49 aircraft at the close of 2023 to 57 aircraft as of this year. This expansion came ahead of schedule as part of Air Astana’s strategic response to operational demands and future growth plans. The airline has also adjusted its redelivery timeline…
