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LEVEL Takes Delivery of One A330-200 Operated by Iberia

LEVEL, the Spanish long-haul low-cost carrier, has taken delivery of an Airbus A330-200, identified by serial number 1319. The aircraft, operated by Iberia (Spain), is powered by Rolls-Royce Trent 772B-60 engines, further enhancing LEVEL’s operational capacity on long-haul routes.

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Air Europa Forecasts $3 Billion Turnover in 2024

Air Europa Holdings, a leading Spanish carrier, anticipates closing 2024 with a turnover of nearly $3 billion, reflecting a 6.3% year-on-year increase. The growth comes as the airline focuses on reducing its leverage while continuing to expand and modernize its fleet. As part of its fleet expansion strategy, Air Europa plans to add three Boeing 787 Dreamliners and its first Boeing 737…

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LEVEL to Wet-Lease A330s to Iberia

LEVEL, a Spanish airline and a subsidiary of International Airlines Group (IAG), has announced plans to wet-lease its Airbus A330 aircraft to Iberia, another IAG carrier, during its ongoing process to secure a foreign air carrier permit and interim exemption authority from the US Department of Transportation (DOT). The move aligns with the US-EU Open Skies agreement, which facilitates…

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IAG Invests to Maintain 20% Stake in Air Europa

International Airlines Group (IAG), headquartered in the UK, has reaffirmed its commitment to its stake in Air Europa, Spain’s prominent airline. The group announced its decision to participate in Air Europa’s capital increase, contributing $16.8 million to the initiative. This move ensures that IAG retains its 20% ownership in the airline, solidifying its strategic position in the Spanish and broader…

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Wamos Air Reshuffles Board After Abra Group Integration

Wamos Air (Spain) has announced a comprehensive reshuffle of its board following its integration into the Abra Group (UK). The move reflects the airline’s strategic realignment under the group’s leadership and its focus on bolstering governance and operational oversight. Effective immediately, Eduardo Montes will step down as chairman, with Adrian Neuhauser, a key figure within the Abra Group, taking over…

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Air Nostrum Faces Challenges in Meeting Debt Repayments

Air Nostrum (Spain) has announced its inability to meet upcoming debt repayment deadlines, prompting discussions with the Sociedad Estatal de Participaciones Industriales (SEPI) and the Instituto de Crédito Oficial (ICO). The airline faces significant financial obligations, including substantial repayments spread over the coming years.