Avianca, Colombia’s leading airline, has announced an agreement with BOC Aviation to acquire nine Airbus A320neo aircraft, enhancing its fleet and service offerings. Confirmed on June 5, 2026, deliveries will start in 2027 as part of Avianca’s fleet renewal strategy, …
The US State Department has approved a potential sale of 20 F-16 fighter jets to the Philippines, valued at $5.6 billion, including missiles and ammunition. Philippine Defence Secretary Gilberto Teodoro expressed concerns about the purchase, calling it “media hype” and …
JetBlue Airways has formed a strategic partnership with United Airlines, allowing United to regain its presence at New York’s JFK Airport through a key slot acquisition. After evaluating offers from nearly all U.S. airlines, JetBlue chose United for its financially …
Finnair will furlough nearly 40 pilots for eight months, starting September 2025, due to an internal dispute with the SLL pilot union and a reduction in its wet-lease agreement with Qantas. This decision follows Qantas’s scaling back from two to …
Delta Air Lines has cleverly avoided the 10% tariffs on new Airbus aircraft by rerouting deliveries through Tokyo Narita before entering U.S. airspace. This strategy allows the airline to classify the aircraft as non-“new” imports, facilitating fleet expansion without incurring …
Finnair has announced the furlough of 36 pilots due to a significant reduction in its wetlease contract with Qantas Airways, following ongoing industrial action by the pilots’ union. The pilots have refused to accept new work rules and implemented an …
A recent report underscores the potential economic advantages of liberalizing the air traffic agreement between India and the UAE, projecting lower airfares and enhanced travel for Indian tourists. The study highlights a modest increase in passenger traffic and suggests that …
India has finalized a historic ₹62,700 crore deal to procure 156 domestically produced Prachand light combat helicopters (LCHs) from Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL), aimed at bolstering its defense capabilities. Approved by the Cabinet Committee on Security, the contract includes 90 …
Korean Air is set to finalize a memorandum of understanding for the acquisition of 20 Boeing 777-9 and 20 Boeing 787-10 aircraft, announced at the Farnborough Airshow 2024. This strategic partnership with Boeing and GE Aerospace involves contracts worth $32.7 …
Korean Air is nearing a $32.7 billion deal with Boeing for 20 Boeing 777-9 and 20 Boeing 787-10 aircraft, part of efforts to strengthen South Korea-U.S. relations. The agreement includes $24.9 billion for the aircraft and $7.8 billion for GE …
