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euroAtlantic Airways Partners with Azul for Lisbon-Sao Paulo Route

euroAtlantic Airways, a Portuguese charter and ACMI operator, has announced a new partnership with Azul Brazilian Airlines to provide direct flights between Sao Paulo Viracopos Airport and Lisbon. The agreement will commence on December 19, 2024, with one aircraft already in operation and the possibility of adding more in 2025 to meet rising demand.

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Brussels Airlines to Launch Brussels–Funchal Flights in April 2025

Brussels Airlines (Belgium) has announced plans to launch a new nonstop route connecting Brussels Airport to Funchal, Madeira, starting on April 5, 2025. The service will be operated using Airbus A320ceo or A320neo aircraft, providing passengers with a convenient and comfortable travel option to this sought-after destination.

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Lufthansa Technik to Open New Facility in Portugal by 2027

Lufthansa Technik (Germany) has announced plans to invest significantly in a new facility near Porto, Portugal, as part of its global expansion strategy. The project, slated for completion by the end of 2027, underscores Lufthansa Technik’s commitment to enhancing its maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) capabilities in Europe.

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euroAtlantic Airways to Strengthen Fleet with Two B777s

euroAtlantic Airways, a leading Portuguese charter and ACMI operator, has announced plans to acquire two Boeing 777 aircraft. This strategic expansion aims to strengthen the airline’s fleet and enhance its operational capabilities, enabling it to meet the growing demands of the global market.

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TAP Privatization Attracts Interest from Former Owner Humberto Pedrosa

TAP Air Portugal, the nation’s flag carrier, is garnering significant attention ahead of its planned privatization in 2025. Among the interested parties is Humberto Pedrosa, a former shareholder and influential figure in TAP’s history, who has expressed readiness to reinvest in the airline.

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euroAtlantic Airways Appoints Raul Largo as Chief Commercial Officer

euroAtlantic Airways, based in Portugal, has announced the appointment of Raul Largo as its new Chief Commercial Officer (CCO), effective November 1, 2024. Largo joins euroAtlantic with a comprehensive background in commercial aviation, bringing his expertise to lead and expand the airline’s commercial strategies. His role is set to play a critical part in enhancing euroAtlantic’s market reach and optimizing revenue…

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TAAG Angola Airlines Cancels Planned Luanda-Porto Route

TAAG Angola Airlines has announced that it will no longer proceed with its planned Luanda-Porto route, which was initially scheduled for launch on April 15, 2025. The cancellation reflects a change in TAAG’s network planning, possibly due to market conditions or operational adjustments. The decision affects TAAG’s anticipated expansion into Portugal’s Porto region, where the airline aimed to establish a…

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Azores Government Questioned Over SATA’s $3M Debt for Hi Fly A330 Lease

The Azores parliamentary group has requested clarification from the Regional Government concerning a $3 million debt incurred by SATA from a wet lease agreement involving an Airbus A330 from Hi Fly, a Portuguese airline. This debt, which the parliamentary group attributes to SATA’s previous management decisions, has become a significant point of contention in the region. Recently, a court ruling favored both Hi Fly and AELF Aircraft Engine Lease…