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Turkish Airlines Reports 12.8% Passenger Growth In August 2025

Turkish Airlines has released its August 2025 traffic results, highlighting strong growth across both passenger and cargo operations. The airline carried over 9 million passengers during the month, representing a 12.8% year-on-year increase, while the passenger load factor rose to 86.2%, up from 85.2% in August 2024.

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Turkish Airlines Boosts Istanbul–Moscow Flights

Turkish Airlines (THY) has announced plans to increase frequencies on its Istanbul–Moscow route in response to growing demand during the upcoming winter season. Beginning October 26, the carrier will expand its schedule from six daily flights to seven daily flights, enhancing connectivity between the two cities.

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Air Albania Faces Bankruptcy, Cuts Operations To Single Route

Air Albania is facing a severe financial crisis that has brought the country’s national carrier to the edge of bankruptcy. According to local media reports, the airline has failed to pay employee salaries for months, neglected to deposit social security contributions, and continues selling tickets despite mounting operational and financial troubles. Numerous flights have been cancelled…

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Turkish Airlines Prepares To Take Delivery Of A321neo TC-LPS

Turkish Airlines is in the final stages of taking delivery of a brand-new Airbus A321neo, as it continues to expand and modernize its narrowbody fleet. The incoming aircraft carries the manufacturer serial number (MSN) 12775 and will be registered as TC-LPS upon entry into service.

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Turkish Airlines Takes Delivery Of B787-9 With GEnx Engines

Turkish Airlines has received a new Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, serial number 65824, continuing its strategic expansion of long-haul capabilities. The aircraft is equipped with GEnx-1B74/75 engines, developed by GE Aerospace, known for their fuel efficiency and low-emission performance.

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Turkish Airlines Takes Delivery of Leased A320

Turkish Airlines has taken delivery of a leased Airbus A320, bearing serial number 5605, powered by V2527-A5engines from International Aero Engines (IAE). The addition supports the airline’s short-haul and regional network expansion, particularly on high-frequency intra-European and domestic routes.

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Turkish Airlines Eyes Stake in Air Europa

Turkish Airlines is actively evaluating a potential investment in Air Europa, with intentions to submit a bid for a minority stake in the Spanish carrier. This move aligns with Turkish Airlines’ broader strategy of expanding its European footprint and securing a stronger presence in the Iberian Peninsula. The development comes amid a competitive bidding process, with binding offers due in…

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Turkish Airlines And Thai Airways Revenue-Sharing Deal

Turkish Airlines and Thai Airways International have formalized a joint business agreement to share revenues on flights operating between Istanbul and Bangkok. This partnership underscores the airlines’ commitment to enhancing their competitive positioning on the critical Asia-Europe corridor.

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Deucalion Aviation Delivers Second A321 To Turkish Airlines

Deucalion Aviation, a UK-based aircraft asset manager and lessor, has announced the successful delivery of a second Airbus A321 aircraft to Turkish Airlines under a long-term operating lease agreement. The aircraft, manufactured in 2014, is powered by IAE V2527-A5 engines and joins Turkish Airlines’ growing narrowbody fleet as part of its network expansion strategy.