Kuwait Airways Expands Summer 2026 Route Network as part of its seasonal growth strategy, reinforcing the national carrier’s commitment to offering a broader range of leisure and cultural destinations while enhancing passenger experience ahead of peak travel demand. The expansion will commence in June 2026 and is supported by promotional fare incentives aimed at stimulating outbound…
Kuwait Airways has announced the resumption of scheduled flights to Madrid, Spain, beginning October 26, 2025. The national carrier will operate three weekly flights between Kuwait and the Spanish capital, with departures set for Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays. This development reestablishes a key European connection within the airline’s growing global network.
Kuwait Airways has signed a joint cooperation protocol with Kuwait Telecommunications Company (stc), aiming to strengthen collaboration between the aviation and telecommunications sectors while enhancing customer experience and supporting Kuwait’s digital transformation strategy.
Kuwait Airways has expanded its fleet with the delivery of a brand-new Airbus A321neo, furthering the airline’s modernization and efficiency goals. The aircraft, a A321-251NX, was delivered from Airbus’ Hamburg facility and carries the manufacturer serial number (MSN) 12682.
Kuwait Airways has taken delivery of its second Airbus A321neo, identified by serial number 12507, continuing its wide-ranging narrowbody fleet renewal program. The aircraft is powered by LEAP-1A32 engines, supplied by CFM International, known for their efficiency and low emissions. This delivery is part of a nine-aircraft agreement the airline has in place for the A321neo model.
Kuwait Airways has expanded its widebody fleet with the delivery of a new Airbus A330-900, bearing manufacturer serial number 2093. The aircraft is powered by Rolls-Royce Trent 7000-72 engines and forms part of the airline’s strategy to modernize its long-haul operations with more fuel-efficient and passenger-friendly aircraft.
Kuwait Airways has taken delivery of its first Airbus A321neo, bearing manufacturer serial number 12345, marking the beginning of a fleet renewal initiative that includes a total of nine A321neo aircraft on order. The delivery is part of the airline’s broader strategy to modernize its narrowbody fleet with fuel-efficient, next-generation aircraft.
Kuwait Airways has appointed Abdul Wahab Al-Shatti as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO), replacing Ahmed Al-Kuraibani. The leadership transition comes in response to ongoing concerns related to safety oversight and deadline management, which reportedly triggered internal and external pressures for a change in direction at the airline’s executive level.
Kuwait Airways has expanded its widebody fleet with the addition of one Airbus A330-900, serial number 2083, powered by Rolls-Royce Trent 7000-72 engines. This delivery is part of the airline’s ongoing modernization program, which focuses on enhancing long-haul capabilities and offering passengers greater comfort and efficiency.
Kuwait Airways is in the early stages of a fleet expansion plan as it looks to enhance its operational capacity. The airline, which currently operates 33 aircraft, is assessing options for increasing its fleet size to meet future market demands.
