LOT Polish Airlines, the national carrier of Poland, has temporarily suspended its lease contract for a Boeing 737-800aircraft with HelloJets, a Romanian carrier. The lease, originally due to terminate in October 2025, was cut short as part of operational adjustments following the suspension of LOT’s Tel Aviv route, where the aircraft had been operating.
Animawings, a Romanian airline, has expanded its fleet with the delivery of one Airbus A320, bearing manufacturer serial number (MSN) 3621. The aircraft is acquired on lease and is powered by V2527-A5 engines, a model developed by International Aero Engines (IAE), known for its reliability and performance in narrowbody operations.
Star East Airline, a Romanian charter and ACMI operator, has taken delivery of its second Airbus A320, identified by serial number 415. The fleet expansion supports the airline’s growing operational footprint across Europe, particularly in the seasonal and ACMI leasing markets.
Wizz Air (Hungary) has announced the introduction of a new summer route connecting Cluj-Napoca (Romania) and Heraklion (Greece), scheduled to commence on 17 June 2025. The launch reinforces Wizz Air’s commitment to expanding its seasonal leisure destinations across Europe.
FLYYO, a Romanian carrier, has achieved a significant milestone by obtaining UK Third Country Operator (TCO) approval. This approval allows FLYYO to operate flights into and out of the United Kingdom, marking an important step in its operational expansion.
Aeroitalia Regiona, a regional airline based in Romania, has officially been declared insolvent by the Bucharest Court. This development marks a significant financial setback for the carrier, which has faced increasing challenges in maintaining its operations.
TAROM, Romania’s national airline, has announced the signing of a Letter of Intent (LOI) to lease two additional Boeing B737-8 aircraft from Avolon, a leading aircraft leasing company based in Ireland. This agreement supports TAROM’s ongoing efforts to modernize its fleet and improve operational efficiency.
Wizz Air (Hungary) has unveiled a new international route connecting Cluj-Napoca (Romania) to Castellón (Spain). The inaugural flight is scheduled for 11 April 2025, further expanding the airline’s European network.
Animawings, a Romanian carrier, has announced the launch of a new seasonal route from Bucharest to Ibiza, set to begin on June 5, 2025. The route will be operated using the Airbus A220-300, a modern and efficient aircraft well-suited for short- and medium-haul flights.
Israir Airlines, based in Israel, will continue leasing HelloJets’ Boeing B737-700 and B737-800 aircraft during the first quarter of 2025. These aircraft will support Israir’s operations on various routes to and from Tel Aviv, ensuring the airline’s capacity needs are met during this period.
