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ANA Holdings orders CFM LEAP engines for 737 MAX and A321neo fleets

ANA Holdings and CFM International announced an order for more than 75 LEAP engines, including both installed and spares. The group is exercising 10 options from 2022 for 737 MAX aircraft, powered by LEAP-1B engines, to be operated by All Nippon Airways. The group is also finalizing the purchas...

Exclusive travel services for business class to New Zealand

Traveling to New Zealand requires careful planning, especially when selecting the right airline and flight route. Business travelers and luxury seekers prioritize comfort, reliability, and efficiency. Flyer Club provides exclusive services to ensure a seamless travel experience. Benefits of flyin...

Boeing delivers 100th 767-300BCF to SF Airlines

Boeing delivered its 100th completed 767-300 Boeing Converted Freighter to SF Airlines, the operator of the world’s largest 767-300BCF fleet. The 767-300BCF, featuring a special emblem on its nose to commemorate the milestone. Li Gang, Vice President of Maintenance of SF Airlines commented: "During our development journey, the 767-300BCF has played a crucial role. Since the firs...

SUM Air receives air carrier license, advancing ATR operations in the Republic of Korea

SUM Air, The Republic of Korea’s newest regional airline, has been granted its Air Carrier License, marking a key milestone in its journey towards launching commercial operations with ATR. This achievement now paves the way for the airline to proceed with its Air Operator Certificate application as it prepares to introduce essential air services using ATR 72-600s. Aligned with K...

Thales and Qatar Airways sign MoU to develop local service hub in Doha

Thales and Qatar Airways have signed a memorandum of understanding to establish a dedicated Inflight Entertainment service and maintenance center based in Doha, Qatar. The mission of a local Thales facility is to provide rapid access to comprehensive services such as repair, spare distribution, technical assistance and line maintenance for the full range of Thales IFE products....

Aeromexico selects Viasat to upgrade in-flight connectivity

Viasat is expanding its long-standing relationship with Aeromexico. Mexico’s global airline has selected to retrofit its Boeing 787 Dreamliner fleet with Viasat’s most advanced in-flight Wi-Fi solution. The fleet comprises 17 total aircraft, including eight B787-8s and nine B787-9s. The Boeing 787-8s will be equipped first, with installation for the 787-9s quickly following. ...

Avion Express Philippines to launch ACMI operations

Avion Express Philippines is set to introduce its ACMI services to the Philippines. The announcement was made during a high-profile industry event held on February 20, 2025, at Nara Hall, Shangri-La The Fort, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig.The new ACMI provider is designed to meet the Philippines’ seasonal aircraft capacity needs. 2024 tourism revenue in the Philippines has surge...

First European airline to launch SpaceX’s Starlink in-flight connectivity - airBaltic

airBaltic officially became the first European airline to introduce SpaceX’s Starlink high-speed internet for free onboard its Airbus A220-300 fleet. With certification granted by EASA, this milestone marks a new era of seamless in-flight connectivity for passengers across the airline’s network. To celebrate this, airBaltic hosted a special flight at&...

ACIA Aero Leasing places ATR72-500 Bulk Freighter with Canada’s KF Aerospace

ACIA Aero Leasing announced the sale and delivery of an ATR 72-500 Bulk Freighter (MSN736) to Canadian aerospace and defence company, KF Aerospace. The aircraft will be introduced into KF’s operational fleet as early as April 2025 as part of a renewed contract with Purolator to transport air cargo in the Canadian province of British Columbia. Michael Mooney, Chief Executive Off...

BBN Airlines Indonesia focuses on ACMI business model in 2025

BBN Airlines Indonesia is committed to strengthening Indonesia’s aviation business ecosystem in 2025 by focusing on the ACMI business model. This initiative aims to enhance operational efficiency and flight capacity in Indonesia, in line with the growing demand for both domestic and international air travel. However, the significant growth in air travel demand has not been matched by a...

Thales and Sopra Steria announce strategic partnership enabling digital transformation of European Air Traffic Management

Thales and Sopra Steria announce a new multiyear partnership, which will lead the digital transformation of the Air Traffic Management industry in Europe. The two players will combine their industrial and digital expertise in ATM to offer Thales’ OpenSky Platform, a safe, secure digital platform, together with associated services to support sustainable aviation and modernise Europ...

British Airways to acquire Boeing’s Gatwick MRO hangar facility, securing jobs and expanding its presence at the airport

British Airways is to acquire the Boeing hangar facility and MRO business at Gatwick in a move that will secure jobs at the site and expand BA’s presence at this key airport. It will ultimately benefit BA customers by bringing additional skills, expertise and facilities into the business which will help to support the BA operation. This transaction sees the airline create a new wholly-o...

EVA Air leads the way with the launch of fourth-generation Premium Economy Class seats

EVA Air unveiled its fourth-generation Premium Economy Class seats with a new industry-leading seat pitch of 42 inches. This is the first time the airline has introduced the new Premium Economy Class on the Boeing 787-9, elevating the design concept from an "upgraded economy" standard to a "business-class-like" experience. The airline aims to offer a refined and comfortab...

flydubai signs new Boeing services agreements

flydubai and Boeing announced new agreements for parts sourcing services and digital solutions that help support efficient fleet operations: Tailored Parts Package – Boeing’s Tailored Parts Package helps flydubai ensure ready access to the parts needed to maintain its fleet, improving costs savings and inventory forecasting. 737MAX QEC Kits – Quick Engine Change...

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Korean Air places landmark order for 103 Boeing aircraft

Boeing and Korean Air announced that the carrier has finalized a purchase agreement for 103 aircraft spanning Boeing’s widebody and single‑aisle families. The deal includes 20 777‑9, 25 787...