Latvian carrier and Aircraft, Crew, Maintenance and Insurance (ACMI) specialist Smartlynx has announced it is ceasing operations following an evaluation of its financial circumstances. Smartlynx has operated for several UK carriers including TUI Airways UK and the former Thomas Cook over its three decades long operation. Having filed for legal [read more]
Irish flag carrier Aer Lingus (EI/EIN) has confirmed it is considering closing its UK transatlantic operation, Aer Lingus UK (EG/EUK), based at Manchester Airport (MAN/EGCC), due to performance lagging significantly behind that of its Irish transatlantic operations. Aer Lingus operates long-haul flights from Manchester to New York JFK, Barbados, and [read more]
Aurigny has stepped in to support its partner airline, Skybus, after the Cornish carrier secured an emergency Public Service Obligation (PSO) contract to operate flights between Newquay and London Gatwick from Sunday, 23 November 2025. The PSO route provides vital air connectivity for the remote Cornish community, and Skybus had [read more]
A preliminary report by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) into the crash of UPS2976 has confirmed that the No. 1 Engine detached from the wing during takeoff from Louisville, Kentucky. A harrowing sequence of images from the NTSB shows the aircraft starting to rotate from the runway when the [read more]
It’s been a busy week for Dublin-based aviation financing specialist Avolon, as it has agreed lease deals with three airlines for 20 aircraft. Etihad The largest deal is with Abu Dhabi-based Etihad, for which Avolon will provide the airline with nine Airbus A330neos and four A320neos, as announced at the [read more]
Libya’s first private airline, Buraq Air, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to acquire 10 Airbus A320neo Family aircraft, marking the carrier’s first purchase agreement with the European manufacturer. The deal, announced at the Dubai Airshow, positions Buraq Air as a new Airbus customer as it looks to modernise [read more]
flydubai has announced a fresh agreement with US manufacturer Boeing to expand its fleet with additional 737 MAX aircraft, signalling a continued commitment to aggressive network growth and fleet modernisation. The Dubai-based carrier confirmed that the new order will include a mix of 737-8, 737-9, and 737-10 models. The order [read more]
Azerbaijan-based Silk Way West Airlines has signed a firm contract for two additional Airbus A350F cargo aircraft, doubling its original order. The yet-to-be-certified A350F will form the backbone of Silk Way West Airlines’ fleet modernisation and growth strategy. “We are delighted to extend our partnership with Airbus on the A350F [read more]
Gulf Air has confirmed a major fleet expansion after finalising a firm order for 15 Boeing 787 Dreamliners, with options for a further three aircraft. The deal, announced at the Dubai Airshow, reinforces the Bahrain-based carrier’s long-term strategy to grow its international network and enhance its long-haul operations. The order [read more]
IndiaOne Air has taken a major step in its fleet expansion plans after signing a Letter of Intent to acquire up to ten De Havilland Canada Twin Otter Series 300-G aircraft. The announcement was made at the 2025 Dubai Airshow, signalling fresh momentum for the regional airline and strengthening De [read more]
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