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Riyadh Air Explores Code-Share with Cathay Pacific Amid Expansion Plans

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Riyadh Air, Saudi Arabia’s new airline backed by the Public Investment Fund, is considering a strategic code-sharing agreement with Cathay Pacific, enhancing its connections in Asia. This collaboration would allow both airlines to expand their reach across Asia and the Middle East, giving Riyadh Air access to Cathay Pacific’s vast network of over 80 destinations…

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Stratos Sells Four Aircraft in Multiple Transactions

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Aircraft asset manager Stratos has finalized the sale of four aircraft across three separate transactions, enhancing returns for its investors. The sales include two A320 aircraft sold to Avion Express, a 737-300F purchased by a Middle Eastern buyer, and a leased 777-300ER acquired by Altavair-managed investors. The A320s were transferred at lease expiration, while the…

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T’Way Air Expands European Service with Boeing 777-300ER

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Korean airline T’Way Air has announced an expansion of its European network starting April 2025, with additional flights and the introduction of Boeing 777-300ER aircraft on certain routes. Flights from Seoul Incheon to Frankfurt will increase from four to seven weekly by the end of May, operated with the Airbus A330-200. Additionally, T’Way will upgrade…

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Raya Airways Launches Penang–Hong Kong Cargo Route

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Raya Airways has launched a new cargo service connecting Penang International Airport and Hong Kong, with the inaugural flight taking off on October 28, 2024. This service will run five times per week, utilizing A321-200(PCF) freighter aircraft to meet the high demand for express freight across Southeast Asia. The Penang-Hong Kong route is part of…

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Plus Ultra to Begin Madrid–Buenos Aires Flights in July 2024

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Plus Ultra Líneas Aéreas, a Spanish carrier, is set to expand its Latin American operations by launching direct flights from Madrid Barajas Airport to Buenos Aires Ezeiza Airport on July 2, 2024. The service will be operated with Airbus A330 aircraft, offering passengers enhanced comfort for long-haul travel. This addition to the airline’s network is…

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Etihad Airways to Launch Flights to Al Alamein, Egypt

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Etihad Airways has announced a new service from Abu Dhabi to Al Alamein, Egypt, set to commence in July 2025. This twice-weekly service will make Etihad the first UAE airline to offer direct flights to the emerging resort destination on Egypt’s Mediterranean coast, a location known for its pristine beaches and proximity to historical sites….

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Condor Launches New Winter Flights from Berlin to Dubai, Gran Canaria, and Hurghada

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Condor Airlines has introduced new winter-season flights from Berlin-Brandenburg Airport (BER), expanding travel options to popular destinations, including Dubai, Gran Canaria, and Hurghada. The Dubai service, launching with Condor’s latest A320neo aircraft, will operate daily, providing an efficient travel solution with significant environmental benefits. The A320neo’s advanced Pratt & Whitney PW1127G engines enable 20% lower…

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China Express Launches Tianjin–Khabarovsk Route

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China Express Airlines has expanded its international network by launching a new route connecting Tianjin, Jiamusi, and Khabarovsk, providing a direct link between China and Russia’s Far East. This new service began on October 29, 2024, and is operated three times a week using an Airbus A320. The addition aligns with China Express’s strategy to…

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Airbus Sets Aggressive Production Targets Across Fleet

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Airbus has outlined ambitious production targets for its commercial aircraft programs, setting goals to meet rising global demand. The A220 program aims for a monthly production rate of 14 aircraft by 2026, though profitability remains a challenge, as noted by Airbus executives. Meanwhile, the A320 Family is on track to reach a rate of 75…

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Airbus Confirms Leadership Changes for CEO and Commercial Aircraft

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Airbus has announced key leadership changes, beginning with the renewal of Guillaume Faury’s role as CEO and a continued position on the Executive Board. Additionally, Airbus confirmed that Lars Wagner, currently CEO of MTU Aero Engines, will transition to the Airbus Executive Committee, taking over as CEO of the Commercial Aircraft division. Wagner will replace…