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Star Air Plans 25-Aircraft Fleet with New E175s by 2027

Star Air, a regional airline based in India, has set an ambitious goal to expand its fleet to 25 aircraft over the next 36 months. This strategic plan includes the addition of Embraer E175 aircraft, with two new E175s expected by March 2025. The airline’s fleet growth will continue with four more E175s scheduled for…

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Skyward Express Adds Fokker 70 to Fleet for Regional Expansion

Skyward Express, a regional airline based in Kenya, has expanded its fleet with the addition of a Fokker 70 aircraft. This newly acquired F70, identified by serial number 11561, is powered by Rolls-Royce Tay 620-15 engines, known for their reliability and efficiency. The acquisition of this aircraft supports Skyward Express’s mission to enhance regional connectivity…

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Satena Considers E195 and A220 as Replacements for Retiring ERJ145 Fleet

Satena, Colombia’s state-owned regional airline, is exploring options to replace its aging fleet of Embraer ERJ145 aircraft. The airline is currently evaluating both the Embraer E195 and the Airbus A220 as potential candidates for this fleet modernization, a move aimed at improving efficiency, capacity, and operational costs. This strategic decision is critical as Satena seeks…

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QantasLink Receives New E190 Operated by Alliance Airlines

QantasLink, the regional subsidiary of Qantas, has expanded its fleet with the addition of an Embraer E190. This aircraft, serial number 19000012, is operated by Alliance Airlines and equipped with CF34-10E5 engines. The new E190 supports QantasLink’s commitment to enhancing regional connectivity across Australia, providing passengers with efficient and comfortable travel options on shorter routes.

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Cambodia Angkor Air Adds ATR72-500 to Fleet for Regional Connectivity

Cambodia Angkor Air has expanded its fleet with the recent delivery of an ATR72-500 aircraft, identified by serial number 890. Equipped with PW127M engines, the ATR72-500 is expected to bolster Cambodia Angkor Air’s regional capabilities, providing efficient and reliable service across short-haul routes within Southeast Asia.

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Congo Airways to Resume Operations with First Flight on November 10, 2024

Congo Airways has officially announced that it will resume operations, with its first flight scheduled to take off on November 10, 2024. This marks a significant milestone for the national carrier of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, as it re-establishes its presence in the aviation market and aims to meet the travel needs of…