Virgin Atlantic has entered a financing arrangement in which it mortgaged part of its slot portfolio at London Heathrow for $330 million, drawing scrutiny from UK aviation regulators and government authorities. The financing move was reportedly designed to fund shareholder dividends, in particular payments to U.S. partner Delta Air Lines.
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Taiwan’s EVA Air has announced that its scheduled deliveries of Boeing 787 aircraft are expected to proceed on time, despite the ongoing strike at Boeing. However, the airline anticipates potential delays in the delivery of its Boeing 777 Freighter (B777F) aircraft due to production slowdowns related to the labor strike. This development reflects EVA Air’s…
Emirates is actively evaluating the Airbus A350-1000 as a potential addition to its fleet, attracted by the aircraft’s fuel efficiency, 480-seat capacity, and 16,482 km range. These features align with Emirates’ goals to enhance operational efficiency and expand its long-haul network.
IndiGo (India) has taken delivery of a new Airbus A321neo, identified by serial number 12091. The aircraft is powered by LEAP-1A32 engines, reinforcing IndiGo’s position as one of the leading operators in the region with a modern and efficient fleet.
Emirates, based in the UAE, is reportedly expanding its fleet of Boeing 777 freighters (B777F) to accommodate a sharp rise in cargo traffic.
Condor, a German leisure airline, is set to expand its flight schedule for the summer 2025 season, adding new routes from Frankfurt to major European destinations, including Rome, Milan, Prague, Vienna, Zurich, Berlin, Hamburg, and Munich. In addition to the expanded routes, Condor plans to relocate a total of five aircraft to Zurich, Vienna, Prague,…
Lufthansa, Germany’s flagship carrier, has made substantial progress in its planned acquisition of ITA Airways after resolving key pricing issues with the Italian government. The two parties have worked through differences over the valuation of ITA Airways, allowing Lufthansa to move closer to finalizing the takeover deal. This acquisition marks a significant step for Lufthansa, as it seeks…
