Cargojet (Canada) has announced its intent to secure federal funding for the development of a new aircraft Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) facility in Ontario. The facility is designed to support Cargojet’s fleet of 41 Boeing 757 and 767 freighters, while also providing services to other airlines and operators.
Jazeera Airways (Kuwait) has announced the approval of a significant investment to purchase six Airbus A320ceo aircraft, currently operated under lease agreements. The total transaction value is $180.9 million, and the airline plans to finance the purchase through a combination of bank loans and internal resources.
GOL Linhas Aéreas Inteligentes (Brazil) has entered into two sale-leaseback agreements with SKY Aero Management (Ireland) for three Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft. This strategic move is part of GOL’s fleet optimization and financing strategy, leveraging sale-leaseback arrangements to maintain operational flexibility and liquidity.
EJS (UK) has signed a Letter of Intent (LOI) with Nordic Aviation Capital (Ireland) to acquire an Embraer E175, serial number 17000316, previously operated by Air Burkina. The aircraft, currently located in Poland, is scheduled for disassembly at Nordic Aviation Capital’s Bydgoszcz facility during the first quarter of 2025.
Aircastle (US) has completed the delivery of its first Boeing 737-9 MAX to United Airlines (US), marking the start of a series of six planned deliveries in 2024 and 2025. This aircraft is the first of the new MAX 9s that will join United’s growing fleet as part of its ongoing modernization and expansion efforts.
Air India has officially disclosed its latest orders for 100 Airbus aircraft, including 10 A350s and 90 A320 Family jets, further bolstering its fleet expansion plans. The announcement underscores Air India’s strategic focus on modernizing its fleet and scaling its operations to meet growing passenger demand.
Air Canada has finalized the sale of two Boeing 767-300F freighters, identified by serial numbers 67023 and 67024, to Ethiopian Airlines, one of Africa’s leading carriers. The aircraft, previously in production storage, have now been delivered to Addis Ababa, marking a notable transaction in the global air cargo sector.
FitsAir, a prominent carrier from Sri Lanka, has announced the launch of a new Colombo to Thiruvananthapuramroute starting December 24, 2024. The service will be operated using Airbus A320 aircraft, marking an important step in enhancing regional connectivity between Sri Lanka and India.
Volaris, Mexico’s leading low-cost carrier, has strengthened its fleet with the delivery of a new Airbus A321neo, bearing serial number 12206. The aircraft is powered by advanced PW1133G-JM engines, renowned for their fuel efficiency and environmental benefits.
Vietnam Airlines, the national flag carrier of Vietnam, has taken delivery of a new Airbus A320neo, bearing serial number 12298. The aircraft, leased to enhance the airline’s fleet, is powered by PW1124G1-JM engines, known for their efficiency and performance.
