British Airways has announced the discontinuation of its direct flights from London Gatwick to Las Vegas, effective October 25, 2025. This route adjustment is part of the airline’s broader strategic realignment of long-haul operations for the summer 2026 schedule. The move signals a consolidation of its Las Vegas services through London Heathrow, which will remain the sole British Airways hub…
Emirates will introduce a fourth daily flight between Dubai and London Gatwick starting 8 February 2026, marking a significant expansion of the airline’s operations in the UK. This additional service, designated EK069/070, will be operated using the airline’s newest aircraft, the Airbus A350-900, featuring state-of-the-art cabin interiors and enhanced passenger experience across three classes.
easyJet has announced robust financial performance for the third quarter of its fiscal year ending 30 June 2025. The low-cost carrier reported a 21.2% year-on-year increase in headline profit before tax, totaling approximately US$2.84 billion, a significant uptick that highlights continued recovery and expansion in the post-pandemic aviation sector.
easyJet has secured a new Revolving Credit Facility (RCF) totaling US$1.7 billion, streamlining its liquidity structure by replacing two previously undrawn credit lines. This newly arranged RCF replaces the US$1.75 billion United Kingdom Export Finance (UKEF) facility and an additional US$400 million RCF, both of which were also undrawn and have now been formally terminated.
Vertical Aerospace, the UK-based advanced air mobility company, has announced the successful closing of its previously disclosed underwritten public offering, generating US$60 million in gross proceeds. The capital raise is intended to advance the development of its electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft program and support the company’s general corporate needs.
Falko, a UK-based aircraft asset manager focused on regional aircraft, has disclosed its second-quarter 2025 portfolio activity, highlighting ongoing leasing and sales efforts across its global customer base. As of 30 June 2025, Falko’s managed fleet stood at 211 aircraft, leased to 37 customers in various regions worldwide.
Airfinance Global has officially merged with fellow UK-based aviation finance intelligence firm Ishka in a significant industry consolidation move. The merger is supported by Foundation Investment Partners, a private equity group that specializes in business services and data-driven enterprises. This merger signals a strategic shift in the competitive landscape of aviation finance analytics and consulting.
Jet2, a major UK-based leisure airline, has taken delivery of an Airbus A330-200 aircraft under a wet lease agreementfrom Hi Fly Malta. The aircraft, carrying serial number 700, is powered by CF6-80E1A4 engines developed by GE Aviation.
British Airways has expanded its single-aisle fleet with the delivery of one Airbus A321neo, bearing serial number 12648. The aircraft is powered by LEAP-1A32 engines developed by CFM International, continuing the airline’s strategy of upgrading its narrowbody fleet with more efficient and environmentally friendly aircraft.
British Airways has expanded its short-haul fleet with the delivery of an Airbus A320, serial number 3468, which will be operated by its London Gatwick-based subsidiary, BA Euroflyer. The aircraft is powered by IAE V2527-A5 engines, supporting efficient operations across European routes.
