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Full Digital Tech Ops Ecosystem adopted by Air Transat

Lufthansa Technik signed an agreement with Air Transat to expand the use of the Digital Tech Ops Ecosystem. Canadian carrier will implement AVIATAR, Lufthansa Technik’s independent platform for data and analytics applications, across its entire fleet of 43 Airbus A321 and A330 aircraft. Having...

Air Algérie places major order for 16 new ATR 72-600s

ATR announced a major order from its long-standing partner Air Algérie for 16 brand new ATR 72-600 aircraft, reaffirming a trusted relationship that spans over two decades. This strategic acquisition also includes an ATR 72-600 full-flight simulator – the first...


IASL (Maldivian) operator trials AGlaze Aviation Sealant; reports immediate benefits

AGlaze International and Gryphon Aviation Partners reported that AGlaze Aviation Sealant continues to gain traction in the floatplane sector.  Island Aviation Services Limited (IASL), operating as Maldivian, is the second floatplane operator to trial the product and is already reporting positive results. IASL moved to introduce AGlaze following its successful adoption by ano...

Malaysia Aviation Group orders 20 more Airbus A330neo widebodies

Malaysia Aviation Group, the parent company of national carrier Malaysia Airlines, has placed a firm order with Airbus for 20 more A330-900 aircraft. This new order will double Malaysia Airlines’ future A330neo fleet to 40 aircraft. MAG first selected the A330neo in 2022 under its widebody fleet renewal programme, with a commitment for 20 aircraft, of which four have now been delivered. Feat...

SAS places record order for 55 Embraer aircraft to power future growth and regional connectivity

SAS has entered into an agreement to acquire 45 Embraer E195-E2 aircraft, with purchase rights for an additional 10 aircraft — the largest SAS jet order direct from a manufacturer since 1996. This milestone agreement supports SAS' long-term fleet renewal strategy, which is focused on increasing efficiency, reducing emissions, and unlocking future growth opportunities from its global...

Embraer delivers first E2 Jet to Mexicana

Mexicana, Mexico's state-owned carrier, has taken delivery of their first E195-E2 aircraft from Embraer. The delivery of Mexicana’s first new generation jet is a significant milestone in the airline’s modernization journey, and reaffirms the E2’s growing presence in Latin America. The aircraft departed Embraer’s headquarters for Mexico this morning. This delivery is the...

New nonstop air service to begin between Fort Lauderdale and Marsh Harbour, Abaco

The Bahamas Ministry of Tourism, Investments & Aviation announced that Aztec Airways will now offer new air service between Fort Lauderdale and Marsh Harbour, Abaco. This significant enhancement to air travel to The Bahamas begins this month with Aztec Airways operating daily flights between its private terminal at Fort Lauderdale–Hollywood International Airport (FLL) and Leonard M. Thom...

ECT Aviation launches time-critical cargo routes with BN2T-4S Islander

Republic of Ireland based ECT Aviation has acquired its first Britten-Norman BN2T-4S Islander aircraft, expanding its operations into dedicated cargo services between Europe and North Africa. The aircraft will be deployed on high-frequency freight routes, notably linking Lyon Saint Exupéry Airport (LFLL) with key North African destinations. Flights will be operated in partnership with...

National Airlines commits to AGlaze Aviation Sealant following successful trial

Following a successful evaluation of AGlaze Aviation Sealant on one of their Airbus A330-300 aircraft, National Airlines has placed an order to treat six additional aircraft in their B747 fleet. The decision reflects the airline’s continued focus on practical enhancements that support aircraft fuel and maintenance efficiency, aesthetics, and ESG outcomes. Developed spe...

Qantas' first A321XLR en route to Australia

Following the official handover last week, Qantas’ first Airbus A321XLR, VH-OGA Great Ocean Road, has just departed the Airbus facility in Hamburg, Germany, and will arrive in Sydney on the morning of Wednesday 2 July. Flight QF6041 will fly from Hamburg to Bangkok, making history as the longest A321XLR flight operated by a commercial airline at more than 9,600 kilometres...

Air Hong Kong enters a new era as an all-Airbus A330F freighter airline

Air Hong Kong, the first all-cargo freighter airline based in Hong Kong and a part of the Cathay Group, together with its key customer DHL Express have celebrated a new milestone with the successful completion of a seven-year re-fleeting programme. With the arrival of the final, newer A330F freighter, and the retirement of the last A300-600F freighter, Air Hong Kong has now transitioned into an al...

BBN Airlines Indonesia achieves IATA IOSA certification, signaling global safety compliance

BBN Airlines Indonesia has been awarded the internationally recognised IATA Operational Safety Audit (IOSA) certification. This achievement underscores the airline’s commitment to the highest aviation safety and operational standards. The IOSA certification, a flagship program by the International Air Transport Association (IATA), follows an audit conducted by independent, IATA-accredit...

Air Taxi's Tecnam P2010 TDI: a regional aviation success

Air Taxi  has marked a historic milestone in regional aviation by achieving unprecedented daily utilization of its Tecnam P2010 TDI aircraft fleet. Since August 2023, Air Taxi has deployed 8 Tecnam P2010 TDI aircraft across India’s underserved regions under the Government of India’s UDAN (Ude Desh ka Aam Nagrik) scheme. These state-of-the-art aircraft have...

KlasJet secures IATA membership after demonstrating global safety standards

KlasJet has joined the International Air Transport Association as an official member. This membership proves that the company meets the highest global aviation safety, quality, and operational management standards, establishing KlasJet among world-class private airlines and strengthening its reputation with clients, regulators, and business partners. To become an IATA member, KlasJet...

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Air France-KLM submits a binding offer for an up to 49.9% stake in TAP Air Portugal

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Somon Air receives its first Boeing 737 MAX jet

 Boeing and Somon Air announced the delivery of the airline's first 737 MAX, as the Tajik national carrier continues to modernize its fleet and grow its network. The 737-8 is the first o...

Flying more sustainably with “shark skin”: Lufthansa Group tests next-generation AeroSHARK

An Airbus A319 of Lufthansa City Airlines is the world’s first test aircraft for a new generation of fuel-efficient AeroSHARK technology. Lufthansa Technik will test approximately 70 transp...

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