TrueNoord Delivers Three Airbus A220-300 To Breeze as the specialist regional aircraft lessor confirms the delivery of three factory-new Airbus A220-300 aircraft to Breeze Airways under a long-term sale-and-leaseback agreement.
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AerCap, one of the world’s largest aircraft leasing companies, has announced the delivery of the first of twenty Airbus A321LR aircraft to Etihad Airways. The handover took place at a ceremonial event held at the Airbus Delivery Center in Hamburg, Germany, marking a key milestone in Etihad’s ongoing narrowbody fleet modernization strategy.
Air Senegal is facing legal and operational complications following the freezing of $3.1 million of its funds by IATA, enforced under a court order stemming from a leasing dispute with Carlyle Aviation Partners, an Ireland-based aircraft lessor. The issue revolves around the return of four aircraft—two Airbus A319s and two A321s—to the lessor.
Finnair, the national carrier of Finland, has received export credit support exceeding US$105 million to finance its 18th Airbus A350-900. The funding, facilitated by the export credit agencies of Germany, France, and the UK, underscores international confidence in the airline’s operational and financial stability. The aircraft, identified as serial 708, was financed through an arrangement led by Citibank Europe (UK).
Kenya Airways has confirmed the resumption of direct flights to Luanda, Angola, following high-level discussions between the presidents of the two nations in the Angolan capital. This development signifies a strengthening of diplomatic and economic ties between Kenya and Angola, facilitating improved connectivity and fostering bilateral trade and tourism.
JCAS Airways (Japan) is set to expand its fleet with the delivery of its first leased ATR72-600 in October 2025, followed by a second aircraft as early as April 2026. These aircraft acquisitions will support the airline’s planned operational launch in spring 2026 from Kansai Airport, positioning JCAS Airways as a new regional carrier in Japan.
ATR, the world’s leading regional turboprop manufacturer, has announced its 2024 full-year financial and operational results, highlighting a 40% increase in aircraft orders, totaling 56 new aircraft. The company achieved a book-to-bill ratio well above 1, reinforcing its strong market position in regional aviation.
