Skymark Airlines, one of Japan’s prominent domestic carriers, has reported its financial results for the fiscal year ending March 2025. The airline posted a net profit of $14.6 million, reflecting a 28.4% decrease compared to the previous year, even as total revenue increased by 4.6% to $742 million.
Japan Airlines (JAL) has confirmed that it will postpone the retirement of its Boeing 777-300ER fleet by approximately one year, in response to ongoing delivery delays of the Airbus A350 widebody aircraft. This decision will allow JAL to maintain its long-haul service capacity without significant disruption to its global route network.
ANA Holdings, parent company of All Nippon Airways, has reaffirmed its commitment to the Boeing 787 Dreamlineras a cornerstone of its long-term fleet strategy. The group plans to operate 100 B787 aircraft by the end of fiscal 2030, underscoring its confidence in the type’s versatility and efficiency.
JAL Group, parent of Japan Airlines, has released its financial results for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2025, showcasing solid performance driven by recovering international demand and robust domestic operations. The group reported revenue of $12.7 billion, up 12% year-over-year.
ANA Holdings, the parent company of All Nippon Airways, has reported a strong financial performance for fiscal year 2024, which ended on March 31, 2025. The Japanese aviation group recorded operating revenue of $15.6 billion, marking a strong recovery and growth compared to previous years impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Ashland Place Finance, a U.S.-based aviation finance provider, has completed two new aircraft leasing facilities for Sirius Aviation Capital Holdings, headquartered in the UAE. The transaction includes two Airbus A320 aircraft now on operating lease with Peach Aviation of Japan and Volaris of Mexico, enhancing both carriers’ narrowbody fleets.
Japan Airlines (JAL) has expanded its widebody fleet with the delivery of an Airbus A350-1000, identified by serial number 538, powered by Trent XWB-97 engines manufactured by Rolls-Royce. This aircraft marks another step in JAL’s strategy to modernize its long-haul fleet and enhance efficiency on transcontinental routes.
Batik Air Malaysia has announced plans to inaugurate nonstop service between Kuala Lumpur and Sapporo, starting 3 July 2025. The new international route will be operated using Boeing 737-800 aircraft and marks the airline’s expansion into Japan’s northern island of Hokkaido.
Sun Country Airlines (US) has secured a US$75 million senior secured revolving credit facility from Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (Japan). The new agreement replaces a previous $25 million revolving credit facility (RCF), representing a major boost to the airline’s liquidity as it continues to expand operations and reinforce its financial flexibility.
Skymark Airlines (Japan) has announced a significant leadership transition, appointing Sato Yoshinobu as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO). The announcement also includes the formal step-down of Hora Hayao, who had been serving as Chairman, and will now transition into a part-time advisory role.
