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flyadeal CEO Criticizes Airbus Over Narrowbody Jet Delays

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flyadeal (Saudi Arabia) CEO Steven Greenway has strongly criticized Airbus for persistent delays in the delivery of narrowbody jets, warning that these disruptions could also impact the airline’s plans for newly ordered A330neos. This public rebuke underscores the growing frustration among airlines that rely on timely aircraft deliveries to execute their fleet renewal and expansion strategies.

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Embraer In Talks With IndiGo And Air India For Aircraft Sales

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Embraer has initiated discussions with IndiGo (India) and Air India about the sale of new aircraft, marking a significant push into India’s fast-growing aviation market. As part of its strategy to strengthen its presence in the region, Embraer has also established a fully-owned subsidiary with its corporate office in New Delhi.

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EgyptAir Extends Leases And Prepares For Fleet Expansion

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EgyptAir has finalized a deal with AerCap (Ireland) to extend leases on five B777-300ERs by 18 months. These aircraft will remain in the fleet until the arrival of the first of ten A350-900s, which are not expected until late 2025. In parallel, the first of 18 B737-8s leased from Air Lease Corporation (US) is scheduled to arrive in early 2026.

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Aus Air Cargo Wet Leases B767-300BDSF From Astral Aviation

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Aus Air Cargo (Australia) has secured a wet lease for a B767-300BDSF (serial number 24146) from affiliate Astral Aviation (Kenya). The first flights operated under this lease agreement commenced on the Hong Kong–Brisbane route, strengthening Aus Air Cargo’s regional capacity.

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IndiGo to End B777-300ER Damp Lease with Turkish Airlines

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IndiGo (India) has announced plans to terminate its damp lease of two B777-300ER aircraft operated in collaboration with Turkish Airlines. The decision was confirmed after India’s Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) granted a three-month extension, setting the final lease end date as 31 August 2025.

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China Southern Receives Two A321neo Aircraft

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China Southern has expanded its fleet with the delivery of two A321neo aircraft, serial numbers 12584 and 12604, both powered by LEAP-1A32 engines. These additions align with the airline’s strategy to modernize its narrowbody fleet and enhance its operational capacity on busy domestic and regional routes.