Colorful Guizhou Airlines has taken delivery of an Airbus A320neo, marking the introduction of its newly designed cabin layout, which enhances passenger comfort and onboard experience. The aircraft, leased from CDB Aviation, is the second of three A320neos included in a 2024 lease agreement, with the final aircraft scheduled for delivery in 2026.
Alaska Airlines flight attendants have ratified a new three-year labor agreement, finalizing negotiations that focused on wage increases, enhanced benefits, and improved working conditions. The agreement ensures long-term stability for the airline’s cabin crew, addressing key concerns related to compensation and scheduling flexibility.
7 Air, a newly certified U.S. cargo carrier, has achieved a significant milestone by obtaining Part 121 regularly scheduled operator status from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). The airline received its Air Operator Certificate (AOC) today, granting it approval to conduct scheduled domestic cargo flights. Revenue operations are expected to commence in early March 2025.
Wizz Air Malta, a subsidiary of Wizz Air, has taken delivery of a new Airbus A321neo, serial number 12378. The aircraft, powered by PW1133G-JM engines, aligns with the airline’s commitment to fuel efficiency, lower emissions, and cost-effective operations.
Transavia Netherlands, a low-cost subsidiary of the Air France-KLM Group, has taken delivery of a new Airbus A321neo, bearing serial number 12351. The aircraft, powered by LEAP-1B32 engines, aligns with Transavia’s efforts to modernize its fleet, reduce emissions, and improve operational efficiency.
Nordica, Estonia’s former national airline, and the Estonian government have received a bid for the bankrupt carrier’s fleet of seven CRJ900s, marking a significant step toward asset liquidation. The agreement is expected to be signed in the first half of March 2025, with the buyer yet to be publicly identified.
IndiGo, India’s largest airline by market share, has taken delivery of a new Airbus A321neo, serial number 12231. The aircraft, powered by LEAP-1A32 engines, strengthens the airline’s ongoing fleet modernization efforts and enhances its ability to serve domestic and international routes with improved efficiency.
Heston Airlines, a Lithuanian ACMI and charter operator, has announced a wet lease agreement with Nesma Airlines, an Egyptian carrier, for one Airbus A320 during the February to April 2025 period. The aircraft, serial number 3596, will be leased under an ACMI arrangement, covering aircraft, crew, maintenance, and insurance.
FlyKhiva, a growing Uzbek airline, has transitioned one of its two Boeing 737-300 aircraft from a wet lease to a dry lease with Icelandair. The first aircraft, serial number 30179, has already been converted, while the second aircraft, serial number 29434, is expected to follow in due course. This move signifies FlyKhiva’s increasing operational independence as it moves toward self-sufficiency in aircraft management.
Condor, the German leisure airline, has confirmed a wet lease agreement with Fly Air41, a Croatian carrier, for the temporary addition of an Airbus A319 to its fleet. The aircraft will be based in Frankfurt and will operate between May 1 and October 25, 2025, supporting Condor’s seasonal network expansion during the peak summer travel period.
