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Garuda Indonesia Reports $131.2 Million Net Loss for 9M 2024 Amid Revenue Growth

Garuda Indonesia has reported a net loss of $131.2 million for the first nine months of 2024, despite a 14.7% increase in revenue to $2.6 billion. The financial results highlight the ongoing challenges faced by the airline as it navigates through post-pandemic recovery and aims to stabilize its operations.

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Fiji Airways Begins Repayment of $33 Million Loan from Fiji Development Bank

Fiji Airways has officially commenced repayment of a $33 million loan it received from the Fiji Development Bank four years ago. This milestone marks an important step in the airline’s financial recovery and underscores its commitment to maintaining financial stability amid industry challenges.

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Stonepeak to Acquire Air Transport Services Group in $3.1 Billion Deal

Air Transport Services Group (ATSG), a prominent provider of air cargo and aircraft leasing services in the U.S., is set to be acquired by Stonepeak, a leading investment firm, in a transaction valued at approximately $3.1 billion, including debt. This acquisition marks a significant expansion of Stonepeak’s presence in the aviation sector, particularly in cargo…

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SkyWest Reports Strong Q3 2024 Earnings with $1.1 Billion Revenue

SkyWest, Inc. (NASDAQ: SKYW), a leading regional airline in North America, has announced its financial results for the third quarter of 2024, reporting a 10% increase in revenue, reaching $1.1 billion. This growth is attributed to a surge in passenger demand and enhanced operational efficiency.

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JAL Group Reports 10% Revenue Increase, Net Profit Down 19.1% in Q2 FY2025

JAL Group (Japan Airlines) has reported its financial performance for the second quarter of the fiscal year ending March 2025, showcasing a robust 10% increase in revenue despite a decline in net profit. The group’s revenue rose to approximately $5.9 billion, reflecting continued recovery and demand in the aviation sector.

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Fitch Affirms AVIC Industry-Finance at ‘A-‘; Withdraws Ratings

Fitch Ratings has affirmed the Long-Term Issuer Default Rating (IDR) of AVIC Industry-Finance Holdings Co., Ltd. (AVIC Industry-Finance) at ‘A-‘ and the Short-Term IDR at ‘F1’. Concurrently, Fitch has withdrawn all ratings of AVIC Industry-Finance for commercial reasons. The affirmation reflects AVIC Industry-Finance’s strategic importance to its parent company, Aviation Industry Corporation of China (AVIC),…

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ANA Holdings Reports Record Operating Revenue in First Half of Fiscal Year 2024

ANA Holdings Inc. (ANA HD) has announced its financial results for the six months ending September 30, 2024, reporting a record operating revenue of 1,099.5 billion yen. This milestone reflects a continued recovery in passenger demand, particularly in international markets.

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IAT Leasing Acquires 2006 Airbus A330-300 Leased to Aer Lingus

IAT Leasing, an Ireland-based aircraft leasing company, has announced the acquisition of a 2006 Airbus A330-300, which is currently leased to Irish flag carrier Aer Lingus. This transaction was facilitated by Castlelake, a U.S.-based investment firm, on behalf of one of its American investor partners. This acquisition reflects IAT Leasing’s commitment to expanding its fleet…

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AerCap Delays Boeing and Airbus Deliveries Amid Supply Chain Challenges

AerCap, a global leader in aircraft leasing headquartered in Ireland, has announced delays in the delivery schedules of several Boeing and Airbus aircraft due to recent production disruptions. Ongoing labor strikes at Boeing have led AerCap to postpone deliveries of eight Boeing aircraft initially slated for 2024, with their delivery now deferred into 2025 and…

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Riyadh Air Secures SAR 5 Billion Credit Facility Ahead of 2025 Launch

Riyadh Air, the emerging Saudi Arabian airline wholly owned by the Public Investment Fund (PIF), has successfully secured its inaugural Islamic Revolving Credit Facility totaling SAR 5 billion. This financial arrangement comprises a SAR 3 billion revolving credit facility, complemented by a committed accordion option for an additional SAR 2 billion. The one-year, unsecured financing…