Air Côte d’Ivoire, the national airline of the Republic of Côte d’Ivoire, has taken delivery of its first Airbus A330-900, MSN 2086, registration TU-TRG, the first widebody aircraft to join its fleet. The delivery marks a major milestone in the airline’s growth strategy as it prepares to expand beyond Africa into Europe, the Middle East, and…
FedEx has marked a major milestone in its global cargo network with the launch of its first dedicated flight to Saudi Arabia. On September 2, 2025, a Boeing 777 Freighter landed at Riyadh’s King Khalid International Airport (RUH), signaling the integrator’s expanded commitment to the Middle East region.
Air Côte d’Ivoire has officially revealed its first Airbus A330-900neo, which will be used to launch direct long-haul flights between Abidjan and Paris, a significant first for the airline and for the country’s aviation sector. The aircraft was unveiled on August 6, 2025, just ahead of Côte d’Ivoire’s 65th independence anniversary, symbolizing a new era in Ivorian civil aviation.
Japan Airlines (JAL) has officially taken delivery of its 10th Airbus A350-1000, continuing its strategic overhaul of its international long-haul fleet. The newest aircraft, registered as JA10WJ, joined the fleet on July 17, 2025, as part of the airline’s broader plan to phase out its aging Boeing 777-300ERs in favor of more efficient, modern widebodies.
Air Algerie has recently enhanced its operational fleet by acquiring an additional Airbus A320, serial number 3487, on a wet lease agreement from Nouvelair Tunisie. This aircraft commenced operations on 12 March 2025, adding increased capacity and frequency to some of the airline’s key European routes.
Iran Airtour has announced the launch of its new service to Paris, starting 31 January 2025. The flights will be operated using the A300 aircraft, marking a significant expansion in the airline’s European network. Following the introduction of the Paris route, Iran Airtour plans to add destinations in Germany, Spain, and Italy to its schedule.
Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) is set to resume direct flights to Paris on 10 January 2025, marking the end of a four-year hiatus. The route will be operated using the airline’s Boeing 777 aircraft, providing passengers with a comfortable and reliable travel experience.
Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) is preparing to resume flights to Europe, following the lifting of its operational ban by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA). The airline has announced plans to begin services to Paris, which is expected to be the first European destination, no later than January 2025.
WestJet, Canada’s prominent low-cost carrier, has announced the return of its seasonal service between Halifax (YHZ)and Paris (CDG) for summer 2025. This transatlantic route will complement WestJet’s growing European network, which also includes services to Edinburgh, Dublin, and London, all resuming in May 2025.
Ethiopian Airlines, Africa’s largest airline, has taken delivery of its first Airbus A350-1000, identified by serial number 691. This new addition marks a significant milestone for the carrier, enhancing its long-haul fleet capabilities. Ethiopian Airlines plans to deploy the A350-1000 on major international routes, including destinations such as Washington DC, London, Paris, and Frankfurt, providing…
