Air Astana (Kazakhstan) has announced a delay in the arrival of its long-anticipated Boeing 787-9 aircraft, now expected to be delivered in mid-2026. This development is likely to impact the airline’s previously stated plans to launch direct transatlantic services, including flights to New York, which had been tentatively scheduled around the original delivery timeline.
One Air (UK) has successfully carried out its first transatlantic flight between East Midlands and New York, marking a significant milestone in the airline’s cargo expansion strategy. The flight was operated using a Boeing 747-400F, reinforcing the carrier’s growing presence in international freight operations.
Arkia (Israel) has announced plans to operate an A330-900 aircraft from Iberojet (Spain) on behalf of TechAir (Israel). The widebody aircraft will be deployed on the Tel Aviv–New York route, with operations scheduled from 08 February to May 2025.
