A tragic aviation accident has struck the Turkish Air Force, as a C-130 military cargo plane crashed in Georgia, resulting in the deaths of all 20 military personnel on board. The aircraft was conducting a transport mission, having departed from Azerbaijan, and was en route back to Turkey when the incident occurred, according to a statement by the Turkish Ministry of Defence.
AJet, the Turkish low-cost carrier and subsidiary of Turkish Airlines, is preparing to take delivery of a brand-new Boeing 737-8 MAX, continuing its rapid fleet expansion as part of its modernization program. The aircraft, carrying manufacturer serial number (MSN) 61301 and registration TC-OHR, reflects AJet’s ongoing commitment to operating one of the most efficient narrowbody fleets in the region.
Air Arabia, the Gulf-based low-cost carrier, is set to expand its operations into Turkey by launching new services to Istanbul and Trabzon, operated with its first Airbus A320neo aircraft. The flights are scheduled to commence in October 2025, marking a key step in the airline’s ongoing fleet modernization and network expansion strategy.
Turkish Airlines (THY) has announced a net profit of $650 million for the first half of 2025, marking a sharp decline from the $1.169 billion profit posted during the same period in 2024. The drop in profitability was primarily attributed to rising financing expenses and foreign exchange losses, which significantly impacted the bottom line.
Turkish Airlines is in the final stages of taking delivery of a brand-new Airbus A321neo, as it continues to expand and modernize its narrowbody fleet. The incoming aircraft carries the manufacturer serial number (MSN) 12775 and will be registered as TC-LPS upon entry into service.
Turkish Airlines has expanded its diverse fleet with the addition of two aircraft: one Airbus A350-900, serial number 734 which previously flew for Lufthansa, and one Airbus A321, serial number 5025, acquired through a lease from CDB Aviation. This dual delivery supports the airline’s ambitious growth plans and strategic focus on modernizing both long-haul and regional operations.
SunExpress, a joint venture between Turkish Airlines and Lufthansa, has expanded its modern narrowbody fleet with the delivery of a Boeing 737-8, bearing serial number 65331. The aircraft was delivered in 2025 and is part of the airline’s broader plan to enhance operational efficiency and sustainability across its European and regional routes.
Turkish Airlines and Airlink, a prominent South African regional airline, have finalized a new codeshare agreement set to take effect on 1 August 2025. This partnership will provide enhanced connectivity between Turkey and numerous destinations across Southern Africa, improving network coverage for passengers of both carriers.
Turkish Airlines has added another aircraft to its expanding fleet with the delivery of an Airbus A320, bearing serial number 5605. The aircraft has been leased and is powered by V2527-A5 engines, a member of the IAE V2500 engine family, well-known for its efficiency and reliability on short- and medium-haul routes.
Turkish Airlines has unveiled ambitious plans to expand its fleet to 800 aircraft by 2033 through a substantial order of 225 new aircraft. The order will be split between 75 widebody aircraft and 150 narrowbody aircraft, underscoring the carrier’s growth trajectory and global network ambitions.
