Qatar Airways has expanded its widebody fleet with the delivery of one Airbus A330-300, serial number 1599, powered by Rolls-Royce Trent 772B-60 engines. The aircraft will bolster the airline’s mid- to long-range capacity, supporting both scheduled passenger services and flexible operational deployment.
Kuwait Airways has expanded its widebody fleet with the addition of one Airbus A330-900, serial number 2083, powered by Rolls-Royce Trent 7000-72 engines. This delivery is part of the airline’s ongoing modernization program, which focuses on enhancing long-haul capabilities and offering passengers greater comfort and efficiency.
Voepass Linhas Aéreas, a regional carrier in Brazil, has officially filed for bankruptcy protection, citing business disruptions stemming from its relationship with LATAM Airlines as a principal factor in its ongoing financial crisis. The filing comes as Voepass reports a total debt burden of approximately US$36.7 million.
South African Airways (SAA) has presented a comprehensive five-year corporate turnaround plan to the South African government, aiming to stabilize and reposition the national carrier. The plan outlines a two-phase strategy that includes securing a US$120.8 million investment facility and attracting a strategic equity partner to ensure long-term viability.
Polish Aviation Group (PGL), the state-owned holding company overseeing LOT Polish Airlines and other aviation-related subsidiaries, has appointed Radoslaw Stepien as its new chief executive officer, replacing Michal Fijol.
Philippine Airlines (PAL) has announced the appointment of Richard Nuttall as its new president, effective 29 May 2025. Nuttall will succeed Stanley Ng, who is transitioning into the dual role of president and chief operating officer (COO) of PAL Holdings, the airline’s parent company.
Saudia Group has signed a significant aircraft acquisition deal with Airbus, committing to the addition of up to 20 A330neo widebody aircraft to support the group’s long-term fleet expansion plans. Of these, 10 are firm orders allocated to flyadeal, the group’s low-cost subsidiary. Deliveries are scheduled to begin in 2027 and conclude by 2029.
Mauritania Airlines has expanded its operational capacity by wet leasing an Airbus A320, serial number 3577, from MedAir, a Maltese ACMI and charter operator. The decision comes in response to ongoing fleet shortages, enabling the airline to maintain network coverage and operational reliability.
Lufthansa is reportedly evaluating the registration of its forthcoming Boeing 787 aircraft in Switzerland, rather than Germany or another EU country, as a strategy to mitigate the impact of ongoing tariffs stemming from trade tensions between the United States and the European Union.
Croatia Airlines is set to expand its fleet with the addition of a third Airbus A220-300, which will enter service by 20 May 2025. This milestone marks a significant step in the airline’s fleet renewal program, with all three A220s expected to be operational by that date. The carrier is also scheduled to receive five additional A220 aircraft by the end of…
