Satair (Denmark) has entered into a multi-year agreement with Vietjet (Vietnam) to provide Integrated Material Services (IMS) for the airline’s Airbus A320 and A330 fleet. This partnership strengthens Vietjet’s supply chain and ensures optimized maintenance operations.
Aeroflot Technics (Russia) has announced plans to broaden its maintenance and repair competencies, focusing on engine overhauls for A320, B737, and B777 aircraft. The company aims to complete the development of these new MRO capabilities by April 2025.
Airbus is facing significant supply chain challenges, leading to a delay of up to one year for the A350F freighter program. Additionally, the manufacturer is encountering hurdles in increasing A350 production in the coming months due to component shortages and logistical constraints.
On February 17, 2025, Delta Connection Flight 4819, operated by Endeavor Air, experienced a critical incident upon landing at Toronto Pearson International Airport. The Bombardier CRJ900LR aircraft, tail number N932XJ, was completing its scheduled flight from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport when it overturned on the runway during the landing process.
SF Airlines (China) has expanded its freighter fleet with the delivery of its 25th Boeing 767-300BCF, serial 30048, powered by CF6-80C2B7F engines. This latest addition reinforces SF Airlines’ position as China’s largest cargo airline, enhancing its long-haul freight capabilities.
Malaysia Airlines has successfully addressed the technical issues affecting its A330neo fleet, allowing it to resume deliveries of the remaining 19 aircraft starting February 2025 and continuing through 2026.
Braathens Regional Airways (Sweden) has expanded its regional fleet by acquiring three additional ATR72 aircraft, further strengthening its wet lease partnership with SAS (Scandinavian Airlines). These aircraft will operate exclusively for SAS, supporting the airline’s regional network and operational flexibility.
Alliance Airlines (Australia) has confirmed a major fleet expansion centered around the Embraer E190, with multiple lease agreements set to strengthen its operations through 2025 and 2026.
Virgin Australia has restructured its E190-E2 acquisition strategy by transferring four aircraft on order to Azorra (US) under a sale & leaseback agreement. This transaction allows Virgin Australia to retain operational access to the aircraft while optimizing its financial flexibility.
T’way Air (South Korea) is strengthening its maintenance and operational readiness by introducing additional spare LEAP-1B27 engines as part of its expanded safety investment initiative. This move aligns with the airline’s fleet expansion plan, which targets a total of 20 Boeing 737-8 aircraft by the end of 2027.
