FlyKhiva, a growing Uzbek airline, has transitioned one of its two Boeing 737-300 aircraft from a wet lease to a dry lease with Icelandair. The first aircraft, serial number 30179, has already been converted, while the second aircraft, serial number 29434, is expected to follow in due course. This move signifies FlyKhiva’s increasing operational independence as it moves toward self-sufficiency in aircraft management.
Icelandair is advancing its fleet modernization efforts with the planned addition of three Airbus A321LR aircraft, expected to be delivered before the summer of 2025. This initiative is part of the airline’s strategy to enhance operational efficiency and expand its route network.
Icelandair has announced its financial results for the fourth quarter of 2024, reporting a 10% increase in revenue, totaling $349 million. Despite this growth, the airline experienced a net loss of $20 million for the quarter.
Icelandair has announced plans to operate A321LR flights on the Reykjavik Keflavik–Newark route between 30 April and 18 May 2025. Following this, A321LR flights will begin on the New York JFK route on 19 May, with service to Seattle commencing on 20 May.
Icelandair has announced a delay in the introduction of its A321LR service on the Reykjavik Keflavik – Seattle route. Originally scheduled for an earlier date, the inaugural flight with the A321LR has been rescheduled to 21 May 2025.
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.
Icelandair has taken delivery of its first Airbus A321LR, marking a significant step in the airline’s fleet modernization strategy. The aircraft, bearing serial number 12213, is the first of four on lease from SMBC Aviation Capital. It is powered by Pratt & Whitney PW1133G-JM engines, known for their efficiency and lower emissions.
FlyKhiva (Uzbekistan) has expanded its fleet with the delivery of a Boeing B757-300, identified by serial 29434. The aircraft is provided on a wet lease from Icelandair and is powered by RB211-535E4B engines.
FlyKhiva, an emerging airline based in Uzbekistan, is preparing to commence domestic operations from Tashkent to five major Uzbek cities in December 2024. To support this expansion, the carrier has secured two Boeing 757 aircraft on lease from Icelandair. These B757s will enable FlyKhiva to cover regional routes effectively, offering passengers enhanced connectivity within Uzbekistan. This move signals FlyKhiva’s intent to establish…
Icelandair has reported significant growth in its October 2024 traffic data, with 409,000 passengers transported, reflecting a 12% increase year-over-year (YoY). The airline also saw an improvement in load factor (LF), which rose by 3.1 points to 84.6%. The rise in passenger numbers highlights Icelandair’s strong recovery and increased demand for its routes, further supported by strategic capacity adjustments to optimize passenger loads and…
