El Al, Israel’s national carrier, has voiced strong opposition to the Ministry of Transport’s plan to allow Wizz Air to establish a permanent operational base in Israel, a move intended to increase competition and lower airfares. The proposal, spearheaded by Transport Minister Miri Regev, is part of a broader initiative to liberalize the Israeli aviation sector, but it has…
Executive Officer (CEO), effective December 1, 2025. This leadership transition marks an important step in the airline’s growth trajectory as it prepares for its next phase of expansion and strategic development.
Castlelake, a global alternative investment manager with two decades of experience in asset-based private markets, has announced the creation of Merit AirFinance, a dedicated aviation lending entity aimed at supplying debt capital to airlines and leasing companies for both new and used aviation assets. The move marks a significant strategic development, offering clear separation between Castlelake’s…
Air Canada announced that negotiations with the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE), representing 10,000 flight attendants at Air Canada and Air Canada Rouge, have reached a deadlock, raising the likelihood of a strike or lockout as early as August 16, 2025. The statutory 72-hour notice threshold will be reached at 12:01 a.m. Eastern Time on August…
Avolon, a leading global aviation finance company, has confirmed that its landmark order for 75 Airbus A321neo and 15 Airbus A330neo aircraft is now unconditional. The finalization follows shareholder approval from Bohai Leasing Co., Ltd., which holds a 70% stake in Avolon.
EirTrade Aviation has announced the appointment of Shane Hennessy as its new Director of Origination & Trading for Europe, the Middle East, and Africa (EMEA), marking a significant addition to its leadership team.
Aero Engine Services has officially appointed Aran Tindall as its new Head of Engine Operations, marking a significant step in the company’s continued expansion within the commercial aviation aftermarket. Tindall brings with him over 12 years of hands-on experience across technical and commercial sectors of the aviation engine market.
Adriaan Den Heijer has been appointed as the new Executive Vice President and Chief Commercial Officer (CCO)of the Air France-KLM Group, effective September 1, 2025. The promotion marks a significant internal advancement for Den Heijer, who currently serves as Executive Vice President of Air France-KLM Cargo, a role he will retain in parallel during the transition.
AirZeta, formerly known as Air Incheon, has officially completed the acquisition of Asiana Airlines’ cargo divisionand begun operations under its new identity. The transaction, valued at $322.5 million, was finalized on 1 August 2025, following the formal transfer of all rights and obligations related to Asiana’s international freighter cargo operations the day before.
Boeing has announced the appointment of Alay Parikh as Director of Business Development for its Defense and Services business in India, reaffirming its strategic commitment to growth in the region. Parikh succeeds Alain Garcia, who has taken on a new role with Boeing in South Korea. He will report directly to Randy Rotte, Senior Director of International Business Development.
