The European Commission has approved €167.8 million ($197 million) in French restructuring aid to long-haul leisure carrier Corsair under EU state aid rules.
Kenyan President William Ruto has announced plans to begin construction of a new airport at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport before the end of the year.
Japan Airlines and the operator of Japan’s Shinkansen bullet train network are collaborating to improve cargo flows from eastern Japan to international destinations.
The aviation industry today faces challenges that were unimaginable in 1927, yet the path forward still begins with bold dreams, fortitude and shared conviction.
Air China closed out 2025 by announcing an order for 60 Airbus A320neo-family aircraft, adding to a flurry of year-end Airbus purchases by Chinese carriers.
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Taiwan’s EVA Air has announced plans to acquire four Boeing 787-9s, while also extending the lease terms for its 777-300ERs and launching a cabin retrofit.
Thai Airways has taken delivery of the first of 32 Airbus A321neos, marking another step in the airline’s broader fleet and network modernization program.
ARIF HABIB CORP-led consortium submitted highest bid of US$482m to acquire PAKISTAN INTERNATIONAL AIRLINES from Pakistan Government; consortium includes Fatima Fertilizer, City Schools, Lake City Holdings and AKD Group Holding.
AVORA AVIATION, Dubai completed debt-financed acquisition of A320-200 (5228; leased to FLY2SKY) with V2500s from an entity serviced by Merx Aviation; acquisition financing was provided by PK AirFinance.
CORSAIR received European Commission approval for €167.8m French restructuring aid, consisting of an €80m write-off on loans that were approved by the Commission in December 2020 and €87.8m of additional financing.
ANA HOLDINGS launched strategic reorganization of its group-wide cargo business to accelerate decision-making, optimize cost structures and maximize profitability following the integration of NIPPON CARGO AIRLINES.
COLORFUL GUIZHOU AIRLINES, China took delivery of new LEAP-powered A320neo (12951) on lease from CDB Aviation, completing deal for three (SPNWS; July 5, 2024). It now has 21 aircraft, comprising 12 A320s and nine E190s.
