Tags: Aviation

Avolon Announces Pricing of US$1.15 Billion Senior Unsecured Notes Offering

Avolon Holdings Limited (“Avolon”), a leading global aviation finance company, announces the pricing of a private offering (the “Offering”) by its wholly owned subsidiary, Avolon Holdings Funding Limited, for a principal aggregate amount of US$1.15 billion of 5.75% senior unsecured notes due 2029 (the “Notes”). The Notes will be fully and unconditionally guaranteed by Avolon, […]

Cargolux launches aerial firefighting unit

Cargolux is pleased to announce that it has launched a new business unit, Aquarius Aerial Firefighting (Aquarius AFF). This new venture marks a new chapter in Cargolux’ history.  The aerial firefighting unit will operate a fleet of 12 Air Tractor AT-802F Fire Boss aircraft which will be acquired over a three-year period. The first 3 […]

Qantas Group takes delivery of its first A220

Australia’s national carrier has taken delivery of its first new generation A220, becoming the 20th operator of the type. The aircraft is the first of 29 A220s ordered by the Qantas Group for operation by QantasLink, their regional airline that services metropolitan and regional destinations across Australia. Featuring a unique livery based on an Aboriginal […]

Turkish Airlines to order an additional 220 Airbus aircraft

Türkiye’s national carrier, Turkish Airlines, will expand its fleet with an order for 220 Airbus aircraft, made up of 150 Airbus’ best-selling A321s and 70 of the world’s most modern and efficient A350 widebody aircraft (50 A350-900s, 15 A350-1000s and 5 A350F freighters). This follows two orders from the airline for 10 A350-900s in September […]

Air Canada adds Tulum and Charleston to Global Network; Boosts Capacity on Key North American Markets in Summer 2024 as Airline Continues Strategic Network Growth

Air Canada today announced it is boosting its North American network capacity for summer 2024 with the addition of two new destinations, five new routes, increased flight frequencies on key routes, and earlier resumption of popular seasonal routes in response to projected demand. Air Canada becomes the first Canadian airline to offer service to Tulum*, with […]

Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive is Elected a Member of the Board of Governors at the International Air Transport Association (IATA)

Engr. Badr Al-Meer is also announced as a member of the Executive Committee of the Arab Air Carriers’ Organization (AACO) Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive Officer, Engr. Badr Mohammed Al-Meer has been elected to the International Air Transport Association’s Board of Governors. The International Air Transport Association (IATA) is the trade association for the world’s […]

Aer Lingus and Allianz Partners extend long-term partnership across Europe and USA until March 2027

Aer Lingus, the Irish flag carrier and member of the International Airlines Group (IAG), and Allianz Partners, a leading company in B2B2C insurance and travel solutions, announce the extension of their existing partnership, which started originally in 2008, until March 2027 in 12 markets across Europe1 as well as in the United States. Aer Lingus […]

Silk Way West Airlines expands its fleet and cargo capacity

Silk Way West Airlines, the leading cargo airline in the Caspian and Central Asian region, announces the expansion of its fleet with the addition of two Boeing 777 freighters. This investment comes in response to the increasing demand for air cargo services, and underscores the airline’s commitment to providing efficient and reliable transportation solutions around […]

Jet2.com and Jet2holidays announced as member of National Apprenticeship Week 2024 Supporters Club

Jet2.com and Jet2holidays have been named as one of the supporters of National Apprenticeship Week 2024, taking place from 5th – 11th February 2024.  The leading leisure airline and UK’s largest tour operator will be showcasing their support for the 17th annual National Apprenticeship Week, with a week-long series of activities. These include attending the […]

Asia Digital Engineering Celebrates Landmark Achievement of 100 C-Checks in Less Than 2.5 Years

Asia Digital Engineering (ADE), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Capital A Berhad for aircraft maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO), marks a momentous achievement in conjunction with International Civil Aviation Day by successfully completing its 100th C-Check under 2.5 years, a record timeframe since inception in September 2020.  Recognised as heavy checks involving maintenance procedures for critical […]