ETF Airways (Croatia) has emerged as the sole bidder in the competitive tender process launched by the bankruptcy administrator of Montenegro Airlines for the sale of a range of Fokker and Embraer spare parts. This development highlights ETF Airways’ proactive approach in acquiring key assets that could strengthen its maintenance and operational capabilities.
Qeshm Airlines, an Iranian carrier, has returned an Airbus A300-600 to active service after it remained grounded for three years due to the unavailability of critical spare parts. The aircraft’s reactivation comes as a significant operational gain for the airline amidst persistent challenges posed by sanctions and parts procurement constraints.
Kenya Airways, a major player in African aviation, is currently facing significant operational hurdles with its fleet of Boeing 787 Dreamliners. According to CEO Allan Kilavuka, three of these aircraft have not been airborne since February 2025, primarily due to the airline’s challenges in securing the appropriate engines and spare parts.
Setna iO, a US-based aviation company specializing in aftermarket aircraft components, has announced the purchase of a CFM56-7B engine for immediate teardown. This acquisition will bolster Setna iO’s ability to provide high-quality spare parts and components to its global customer base, ensuring reliable support for airline and MRO operations.
Air Algérie has announced the lease of six aircraft to be delivered by September 2025 as a temporary solution to compensate for the 12 aircraft grounded due to maintenance and spare parts issues. This move comes as the carrier works to maintain operational capacity and meet passenger demand.
