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Somalia Airlines Suspend Flights Over Government Fee Hike

Somalia Airlines Operators Association, representing the interests of Somalia’s airline industry, has announced the suspension of all domestic and international flights starting January 22, 2025. This decision comes in response to a sharp increase in fees imposed by the federal government, which the association deems unsustainable for continued operations.

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El Al Seeks Relaxation of Pandemic State Aid Restrictions

El Al, Israel’s flagship carrier, is engaging in discussions with the Israeli government to relax the restrictions imposed on the airline as a condition for receiving state aid during the pandemic. In exchange, the airline is proposing a gradual reduction in the government’s participation in its security expenses.

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Lufthansa Technik and LOT Expand MRO Partnership for LEAP-1B Engines

Lufthansa Technik, a leading MRO provider based in Germany, and LOT Polish Airlines are strengthening their partnership through an expanded cooperation agreement. The latest collaboration focuses on MRO services for LEAP-1B engines, which power LOT’s Boeing 737 MAX fleet.

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VietJet Air to Wet Lease Two COMAC ARJ21-700 Aircraft

VietJet Air, a low-cost carrier based in Vietnam, has announced plans to wet lease two COMAC ARJ21-700 aircraft from Chengdu Airlines, a Chinese carrier. The aircraft, identified by serial numbers 185 and 196, are powered by CF34-10A engines manufactured by General Electric (GE).

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Ethiopian Airlines Adds Boeing 777 Freighter to Fleet

Ethiopian Airlines, Africa’s largest airline, has expanded its cargo fleet with the delivery of a Boeing 777 Freighter, identified by serial number 68140. The aircraft is powered by GE90-110B1 engines, known for their exceptional performance and efficiency. The Boeing 777F is one of the most advanced freighters in the market, offering unmatched payload capacity and long-range capabilities. Its addition to…

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China Eastern Adds A321neo and A320neo to Fleet

China Eastern Airlines, one of China’s leading carriers, has expanded its fleet with the delivery of two state-of-the-art aircraft: an Airbus A321neo, identified by serial number 12312, and an Airbus A320neo, identified by serial number 12387. The A321neo is powered by LEAP-1A32 engines, while the A320neo is equipped with LEAP-1A26 engines, both manufactured by CFM International.