Jetstar Airways, based in Australia, and IndiGo, India’s largest airline by market share, have announced a new codeshare agreement scheduled to go into effect on 01 September 2025. This strategic partnership aims to provide expanded travel options and streamlined connectivity between destinations in India, Southeast Asia, and the Pacificregion.
Ryanair, Europe’s largest low-cost airline, has called on Austria to abolish its passenger tax and reduce airport charges, threatening to reduce or eliminate flight services if its demands are not met. In exchange, the airline has proposed a substantial investment: to base 10 Boeing 737 MAX 8200 aircraft in the country, a move that would significantly expand its Austrian operations.
Norwegian, one of Europe’s largest low-cost carriers, is actively considering the Embraer E195-E2 as part of its future fleet development plans. CEO Geir Karlsen has identified the aircraft as a strong candidate to support regional expansion and network optimization, as the airline aims to refine its short-haul operations.
Fitch Ratings has downgraded Wizz Air Holdings‘ Long-Term Issuer Default Rating (IDR) and senior unsecured rating to ‘BB’ from the previous ‘BB+’. Despite the downgrade, the outlook remains stable, and the Recovery Rating on the senior unsecured notes has been affirmed at ‘RR4’.
Southwest Airlines, the largest domestic carrier in the United States, has taken delivery of a new Boeing 737-8, serial number 68891, as part of its ongoing fleet modernization program. The aircraft is powered by LEAP-1B28 engines from CFM International, supporting enhanced fuel efficiency and environmental performance.
Jeju Air, South Korea’s largest low-cost carrier, has completed the purchase of its fifth Boeing 737-8, serial number 66542, powered by LEAP-1B engines. This addition brings the airline’s total fleet size to 43 aircraft, underscoring its steady post-pandemic recovery and growth trajectory.
T’way Air, a South Korean low-cost carrier, has appointed Lee Sang-yoon as its new Acting Chief Executive Officer, following a board decision aimed at realigning the airline’s strategic vision and leveraging group synergies. The appointment marks a key leadership transition as the airline navigates expansion and post-pandemic recovery in an increasingly competitive market.
flyadeal, the low-cost subsidiary of Saudi Arabian Airlines, has expanded its narrowbody fleet with the addition of a new Airbus A320neo, carrying serial number 12469. The aircraft is powered by CFM International LEAP-1A26 engines and supports the airline’s domestic and regional growth objectives.
CDB Aviation, the Ireland-based aircraft leasing arm of China Development Bank, has completed the delivery of three Airbus A320neo aircraft to Volaris, Mexico’s largest low-cost airline. The addition of these next-generation narrowbodies underscores Volaris’ ongoing fleet renewal strategy focused on fuel efficiency and sustainability.
Vueling, a leading low-cost carrier based in Spain and part of the International Airlines Group (IAG), has received a leased Airbus A320, identified by serial number 6001. The aircraft is powered by IAE V2527-A5 engines, well-known for their reliability and performance in high-frequency short-haul operations.
