The African Airlines Association (AFRAA) has officially welcomed Skyward Airlines, a Kenyan carrier, as its newest member. This move continues AFRAA’s mission to strengthen the African aviation ecosystem through collaboration, advocacy, and development initiatives across the continent.
AerCap Holdings, the world’s largest aircraft leasing company, has announced the appointment of Victoria Jarman as Non-Executive Director to its Board. This leadership update coincides with the reappointment of Chairman Paul Dacier, CEO Aengus Kelly, and Non-Executive Directors James Lawrence, Jennifer VanBelle, and Michael Walsh, reinforcing continuity at the top of the organization.
Jordan Airmotive, a prominent MRO provider based in Amman, has announced a strengthened partnership with SCAT Airlines of Kazakhstan by expanding its scope of services to include maintenance and full overhaul capabilities for CFM56-7B engines. This move builds on a previously established relationship and reflects increasing regional demand for reliable engine support services.
Ryanair, Europe’s largest low-cost airline, has taken delivery of a new Boeing B737-8200 aircraft, further expanding its high-capacity fleet. The aircraft is registered under serial number 62386 and is powered by LEAP-1B27 engines manufactured by CFM International.
KLM Cityhopper, the regional subsidiary of KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, has taken delivery of one Embraer E190aircraft on wet lease from German Airways. The aircraft, bearing serial number 19000061, is equipped with CF34-10E5 engines, developed by GE Aviation, a widely used powerplant across the E-Jet series.
HNA Aviation Group, one of China’s prominent aviation conglomerates, has put its B737-800SF freighter conversion program on hold, following escalating trade tensions between China and the United States. The aircraft conversions were being carried out in partnership with AEI – Aeronautical Engineers Inc., a U.S.-based specialist in passenger-to-freighter (P2F) programs.
Fly2Sky, a Slovak ACMI and charter operator, has officially commenced operations with Air Albania for the summer 2025 season, deepening its presence in the southeastern European aviation market. This development is part of a broader trend in which regional carriers collaborate on flexible fleet solutions during high-demand travel periods.
China Southern Airlines, one of the largest carriers in Asia, has suspended the planned sale of 10 Boeing B787-8 aircraft, citing the escalating trade tensions between China and the United States. The decision underscores how geopolitical dynamics are increasingly influencing commercial aviation transactions.
Air Peace, Nigeria’s largest carrier, has taken delivery of one Airbus A320 aircraft, on wet lease from Latvian ACMI operator SmartLynx. The aircraft, bearing serial number 2233, is powered by CFM56-5B4/P engines, a reliable workhorse engine widely used across the A320 family.
Air France has expanded its next-generation narrowbody fleet with the delivery of one Airbus A220-300, identified by serial number 55346. The aircraft is equipped with PW1521G-3 engines, part of Pratt & Whitney’s GTF family, known for their fuel efficiency and lower emissions. This delivery marks another step in the airline’s ongoing fleet modernization efforts focused on sustainability and operational…
