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Sunlight Air Expands Fleet with Fourth ATR72-600

Sunlight Air, a boutique airline based in the Philippines, has expanded its fleet with the delivery of its fourth aircraft, an ATR72-600, procured directly from ATR. This new addition underscores the airline’s commitment to enhancing inter-island connectivity and catering to the growing demand for regional air travel.

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BNDES Approves $355 Million Financing for Embraer E175 Exports

The Brazilian Development Bank (BNDES) has approved $355 million in financing to support Embraer’s export of 16 E175 aircraft to Republic Airways, a regional carrier in the United States. These aircraft will be delivered throughout 2025, with Republic Airways committing to make payments in US dollars directly to BNDES.

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VietJet Air to Wet Lease Two COMAC ARJ21-700 Aircraft

VietJet Air, a low-cost carrier based in Vietnam, has announced plans to wet lease two COMAC ARJ21-700 aircraft from Chengdu Airlines, a Chinese carrier. The aircraft, identified by serial numbers 185 and 196, are powered by CF34-10A engines manufactured by General Electric (GE).

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Croatia Airlines Phases Out First DHC8 in Fleet Transition

Croatia Airlines has retired its first DHC8 aircraft, identified by serial number 4211, as part of its strategic transition to an all-Airbus A220 fleet. This move represents a significant step in the airline’s modernization efforts, aiming to streamline operations and enhance efficiency.

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Australia to Acquire Remaining Rex Debt from PAG

The Australian government has confirmed plans to acquire the remaining debt of Rex Airlines, valued at $31 million, from investor PAG (Singapore). This move signifies the government’s commitment to supporting the domestic aviation industry and ensuring the financial stability of one of its key regional carriers.