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Alaska Airlines Takes Delivery of B737-9 Serial 68519

Alaska Airlines has expanded its narrowbody fleet with the recent delivery of a Boeing B737-9, bearing manufacturer serial number 68519. The aircraft is powered by LEAP-1B28 engines, further aligning with the airline’s modernization strategy centered on efficiency and commonality.

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flynas Raises $1.1B in IPO Valued at $3.6B

flynas, the Saudi Arabian low-cost carrier, has officially priced its initial public offering (IPO) at $21.30 per share, successfully raising $1.1 billion. The offering saw overwhelming demand from institutional investors, achieving a remarkable 100-times oversubscription, and valuing the airline at approximately $3.6 billion.

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easyJet Posts $528.9M 1H Loss, Expects Strong Fiscal 2025

easyJet, the UK-based low-cost carrier, has reported a headline loss before tax of $528.9 million for the first half of its fiscal year ending 31 March 2025. Despite the loss, group revenue rose 8% year-on-year to $4.7 billion, indicating ongoing recovery in passenger demand and network expansion.

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Lufthansa Group To Launch Matrix Next Level Restructuring

Lufthansa Group, the parent company of several major European airlines, is preparing to unveil a new restructuring initiative titled “Matrix Next Level.” The project is aimed at simplifying the Group’s corporate structure, streamlining operations, and enhancing managerial efficiency across its portfolio of carriers.

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Delta Lawsuit Against CrowdStrike Over Outage Moves Forward

Delta Air Lines has received legal clearance to proceed with a significant lawsuit against cybersecurity provider CrowdStrike regarding a massive computer outage in July 2024. A Georgia state judge ruled that much of Delta’s claims may move forward, rejecting efforts by CrowdStrike to dismiss key aspects of the case.

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Air Antilles Ex-CEO Eric Koury Sentenced For Embezzlement

Eric Koury, the former Chief Executive Officer of Air Antilles, has been sentenced to 18 months in prison (suspended) and ordered to pay a fine of $112,500 in connection with embezzlement charges. The sentencing marks the culmination of a legal case that had been under investigation for several years.

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Wizz Air Takes Delivery Of First A321XLR, Serial 11631

Wizz Air, the Hungary-based ultra-low-cost carrier, has received its first Airbus A321XLR, bearing serial number 11631. The aircraft is powered by PW1133GR-JM engines, part of the Pratt & Whitney GTF family, and will be operated by Wizz Air UK, the airline’s UK subsidiary.