AJet, the Turkish low-cost subsidiary of Turkish Airlines, is preparing to take delivery of a Boeing 737-8 MAX from Boeing. The aircraft carries Manufacturer Serial Number (MSN) 66761 and registration TC-OHH, and is powered by a pair of CFMI LEAP-1B27 engines. This delivery marks another step in AJet’s rapid fleet expansion and modernization strategy.
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.
Turkish Airlines has finalized a historic order with Boeing for up to 75 787 Dreamliners, marking the flag carrier’s largest-ever widebody purchase. The agreement includes 35 787-9s, 15 787-10s, and options for 25 more 787s, securing a major step in the airline’s growth and fleet modernization strategy. This new order supports over 123,000 U.S. jobs tied to Boeing’s production and supply chain.
Turkish Airlines has released its August 2025 traffic results, highlighting strong growth across both passenger and cargo operations. The airline carried over 9 million passengers during the month, representing a 12.8% year-on-year increase, while the passenger load factor rose to 86.2%, up from 85.2% in August 2024.
Turkish Airlines (THY) has announced plans to increase frequencies on its Istanbul–Moscow route in response to growing demand during the upcoming winter season. Beginning October 26, the carrier will expand its schedule from six daily flights to seven daily flights, enhancing connectivity between the two cities.
Icelandair, the flag carrier of Iceland, has officially launched scheduled services between Reykjavik/Keflavik (KEF)and Istanbul Airport (İGA). The first inbound flight landed in Istanbul yesterday, and today the airline is set to operate its inaugural outbound service on the route under flight number FI901, connecting Istanbul with Reykjavik. The operation is being flown with a Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft registered as TF-ICJ.
Uzbekistan Airports (#Uzairports), the state-owned operator of all airports in Uzbekistan, has received its first international credit rating from Fitch Ratings, which assigned a ‘BB’ Long-Term Issuer Default Rating (IDR) with a stable outlook. The rating is equalized with that of the Republic of Uzbekistan, its ultimate parent, and highlights the company’s pivotal role in the country’s aviation and economic development…
Air Europa has formally agreed to a €300 million (approximately $349 million) investment offer from Turkish Airlines in exchange for a minority stake in the Spanish carrier. The strategic move is designed to bolster Turkish Airlines’ reach into the Latin American market, a region where it seeks deeper connectivity despite the two carriers belonging to different global alliances—SkyTeam for Air Europa and Star…
Air Albania is facing a severe financial crisis that has brought the country’s national carrier to the edge of bankruptcy. According to local media reports, the airline has failed to pay employee salaries for months, neglected to deposit social security contributions, and continues selling tickets despite mounting operational and financial troubles. Numerous flights have been cancelled…
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.
