Air China has expanded its fleet with the delivery of a new Boeing B737-8, bearing serial number 60942, powered by LEAP-1B engines. This latest addition underscores Air China’s ongoing commitment to modernizing its fleet and maintaining operational efficiency in a competitive aviation market.
A tragic incident occurred involving an AZAL Azerbaijan Airlines Embraer E190, serial 19000630, which was diverted to Aktau and crash-landed with 67 people onboard. The accident resulted in 28 survivors, while the aircraft was completely destroyed. A criminal investigation has been launched to examine the presence of shrapnel damage, which is believed to have contributed to the incident.
SuperNova Airlines, a Ukrainian carrier, has announced plans to launch new services between Prague and Newark in April 2025. Initially, the route will be operated using a Boeing 737-800BDSF, with a widebody aircraft to be introduced at a later stage, signaling the airline’s commitment to expanding its long-haul operations.
GOL Linhas Aéreas, Brazil’s leading low-cost carrier, is closing out 2024 with positive momentum, citing “good prospects” for increasing capacity in its network. The airline has received three new Boeing 737 MAX aircraft this month, following prolonged delivery delays, boosting its fleet and operational capabilities.
easyJet, a leading low-cost carrier in Europe, has announced plans to expand its network with the introduction of two new routes to Croatia starting in June 2025. These routes will connect Lyon to Zadar and Bordeaux to Dubrovnik, offering passengers greater access to popular destinations on the Adriatic coast.
Dan Air, a Romanian carrier, has announced plans to launch regular flights on nine new routes from Bucharest in April 2025, utilizing its fleet of Airbus A320 aircraft. This strategic expansion reflects the airline’s ambition to strengthen its presence in the European market and enhance connectivity from Romania’s capital.
Centrum Air, a fast-growing airline based in Uzbekistan, has announced plans to significantly expand its international services during the summer 2025 season. Starting in late March 2025, the airline will enhance connectivity from Tashkent International Airport with new flights to Almaty, Bangkok Suvarnabhumi, Frankfurt, and Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen, utilizing the modern Airbus A321neo.
British Airways, one of the UK’s flagship carriers, has confirmed that it will not resume its seasonal flights between London Heathrow and Pula, Croatia, in summer 2025. These flights, traditionally operated using Airbus A319 and A320 aircraft, were part of the airline’s summer schedule catering to leisure travelers.
Aeroflot, Russia’s flagship carrier, has announced its intention to deploy the Airbus A350-900 on the route between Moscow Sheremetyevo Airport and Almaty, Kazakhstan, starting 30 March 2025. This marks a significant upgrade in capacity and passenger comfort for this popular regional route.
ATR, the world’s leading regional aircraft manufacturer, and Ethiopian Airlines Group, Africa’s largest airline, have reinforced their partnership by signing a Joint Comprehensive Action Plan. This strategic agreement aims to establish in-house maintenance capabilities for ATR -500 and -600 series aircraft within Ethiopian Airlines’ operations.
