AirZeta, formerly known as Air Incheon, has officially completed the acquisition of Asiana Airlines’ cargo divisionand begun operations under its new identity. The transaction, valued at $322.5 million, was finalized on 1 August 2025, following the formal transfer of all rights and obligations related to Asiana’s international freighter cargo operations the day before.
Korean Air, South Korea’s flag carrier, has expanded its widebody fleet with the addition of a Boeing 787-10, carrying manufacturer serial number 66881. The aircraft is powered by General Electric GEnx-1B engines, known for their high efficiency and lower emissions on long-haul operations.
Korean Air, the flag carrier of South Korea, has taken delivery of a Boeing 787-10, bearing manufacturer serial number (MSN) 60307, as part of its long-haul fleet expansion strategy. The aircraft was delivered on lease and is powered by GEnx-1B engines, manufactured by GE Aerospace.
Korean Air has received a new Boeing 787-10 Dreamliner, registered HL8574, under a lease agreement. The aircraft is powered by General Electric GEnx-1B engines and represents the latest addition to the airline’s expanding widebody fleet aimed at improving efficiency on long-haul routes.
Air Premia, the hybrid airline based in South Korea, has taken delivery of a Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, serial number 62082, under a wet lease agreement from Korean Air. The aircraft is powered by Rolls-Royce Trent 1000 engines and represents a strategic move to enhance Air Premia’s wide-body capabilities while maintaining fleet flexibility.
KDB Industrial Bank, a leading South Korean state-owned financial institution, has confirmed its intention to divest its 10.58% equity stake in Hanjin KAL, the parent company of Korean Air, once the pending merger between Korean Air and Asiana Airlines reaches its conclusion. The earliest timeline for this divestment is projected to be late 2026, depending on regulatory approvals and finalization of the…
Korean Air has expanded its long-haul fleet with the delivery of a Boeing 787-10, bearing the registration HL8570. This addition reflects the airline’s strategic push to modernize its widebody fleet with more fuel-efficient and passenger-friendly aircraft.
Korean Air has expanded its long-haul fleet with the delivery of a Boeing 787-10, registered HL8538 and powered by GEnx-1B engines. This latest addition underscores the airline’s continued investment in next-generation widebody aircraft as it strengthens its international network.
Korean Air has confirmed that four out of its ten Airbus A220-300s have been grounded due to ongoing engine-related issues, which are expected to impact its domestic operations during summer 2025. The affected aircraft include serial numbers 55022, 55049, 55019, and 55031.
Korean Air is nearing the finalization of a major $32.7 billion agreement that will significantly expand and modernize its long-haul fleet. The memorandum of understanding (MOU) includes the acquisition of 20 Boeing B777-9 and 20 Boeing B787-10 aircraft, with options for 10 additional aircraft and up to ten spare engines.
