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Iberia To Wet-Lease A320-200 From Titan Airways For Summer Ops

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Iberia, the flag carrier of Spain, has arranged to wet-lease one Airbus A320-200 aircraft from Titan Airways for a two-month period covering August 1 through September 30, 2025. The move is designed to bolster Iberia’s operational flexibility during the busy summer travel season and mitigate any capacity constraints across its short-haul European network. A wet lease agreement involves the provision of an…

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Air Ghana Updates Cargo Fleet With Wet-Leased Aircraft

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Air Ghana has made strategic changes to its cargo operations by updating its fleet through wet leases to support DHL Gabon services and other logistics needs. The airline has taken on a Boeing 737-800F, serial number 33805, under a wet lease agreement with AirExplore (Slovakia), replacing a previous B737-800F, serial number 28328, also sourced from AirExplore.

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Iberia Launches Strategic Plan Targeting $1.6B Profit

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Iberia, the flag carrier of Spain, has announced an ambitious strategic plan aimed at increasing its operating profit to US$1.6 billion over the coming years. This represents a 40% improvement compared to its 2023 financial performance. The initiative is supported by a planned US$7 billion investment, which will be deployed across fleet, infrastructure, technology, and customer experience enhancements.

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Iberia Takes Delivery Of A321XLR Powered By LEAP-1A33X

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Iberia, the flag carrier of Spain, has added a new Airbus A321XLR to its fleet, identified by serial number 12375. The aircraft is powered by LEAP-1A33X engines developed by CFM International, enhancing its range and fuel efficiency for medium- to long-haul narrowbody operations.

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Hainan Airlines And Air Europa Launch Codeshare Deal

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Hainan Airlines of China and Air Europa of Spain have officially begun a new codeshare partnership effective 01 July 2025, significantly expanding their global reach. This cooperation interconnects the carriers’ networks across Asia, Europe, and Latin America, offering seamless travel options for passengers through integrated flight schedules and shared codes on select routes.

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Plus Ultra Adds A330-300 to Expand Long-Haul Fleet

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Plus Ultra Líneas Aéreas, a Spanish long-haul airline, has expanded its widebody operations by adding a new Airbus A330-300 to its fleet. This recent addition brings the airline’s total number of A330 family aircraft to six, reinforcing its capacity on long-haul routes and replacing an older A340-300 previously in service.

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Vueling Takes Delivery Of A320 Serial 6001 On Lease

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Vueling, a leading low-cost carrier based in Spain and part of the International Airlines Group (IAG), has received a leased Airbus A320, identified by serial number 6001. The aircraft is powered by IAE V2527-A5 engines, well-known for their reliability and performance in high-frequency short-haul operations.

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Air Nostrum Adds CRJ1000 Serial 19041 To Fleet

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Air Nostrum, the Spanish regional airline operating as a franchisee of Iberia Regional, has added a CRJ1000 to its fleet, with serial number 19041. The aircraft is powered by GE CF34-8C5A2 engines, further supporting the airline’s role as one of Europe’s largest regional operators of the CRJ series.

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Turkish Airlines Eyes Stake in Air Europa

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Turkish Airlines is actively evaluating a potential investment in Air Europa, with intentions to submit a bid for a minority stake in the Spanish carrier. This move aligns with Turkish Airlines’ broader strategy of expanding its European footprint and securing a stronger presence in the Iberian Peninsula. The development comes amid a competitive bidding process, with binding offers due in…

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Werner Aero Acquires B737-700 MSN 32426 For Disassembly

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Werner Aero, a U.S.-based aviation asset management and parts provider, has acquired a Boeing 737-700, with manufacturer serial number (MSN) 32426, from Carlyle Aviation Partners. The aircraft is currently located at eCube’s disassembly facility in Spain, where it will be parted out to support aftermarket supply.