Airlines & Lessors

The fourth quarter (Q4) of 2024 saw record-high operating revenues for three of Europe’s major airline groups, with two reporting positive net results.

Some senior executives are seeing a strong growth trend in important outbound Japanese and Chinese markets.

Aircalin is planning to boost frequency on its one-stop Paris route later this year, after starting the service last year in response to a revenue crisis.

Alaska Airlines will open its second long-haul transpacific route from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport in September with flights to Seoul Incheon Airport.

Air freight statistics for 2024 suggest a new normal in the U.S. cargo market with dedicated cargo operators playing a greater role than pre-pandemic.

Aegean Airlines expects accelerated inspections of geared turbofan engines will affect its Airbus A320neo family aircraft for another two years.

The Malaysian state of Sarawak is optimistic that the introduction of its own airline and a potential new airport will further drive tourism numbers.

Ryanair’s new discount service —limited to 250,000 members —offers free reserved seats and travel insurance for participants.

Fiji Airways has extended its component and line maintenance support through new deals with AFI KLM E&M and Heston MRO.

Qantas plans to retain key one-stop international services even after the launch of its ultra-long-haul Project Sunrise flights in 2027, the airline says.

International travel demand has recovered in Asia-Pacific, but airlines are unable to take advantage due to aircraft supply constraints, AAPA's chief says.

Perth and Guangzhou Baiyun airports have signed an agreement that aims to drive connectivity and passenger volume between the two airports' catchment areas.

Aegean Technics is seeing success and growing workforce pipeline a year after its launch.

At Alaska Airlines, Al Boring’s 25 years in regulatory compliance roles have given him unique insight into why things go wrong—lessons he’s now passing on.

Lithuania-based MRO provider FL Technics has been granted EASA Part 145 approval for the heavy maintenance of Embraer 170/190 small narrowbodies and is aiming to extend its coverage to the Brazilian airframer’s E2 range.

All the important data related to Air France in recent years.

Sichuan Airlines, Starlux Airlines and Royal Jordanian are adding new intercontinental routes to and from the Asia-Pacific region over the coming months.

This week’s Carbon Analysis journeys to the Asia-Pacific region to explore the emissions of four carriers: Air China, Lion Air, Qantas and Singapore Airlines.

Korean Air is on track to secure four spare GE Aerospace GE9X engines and four GEnx-1Bs for its Boeing 777-9 and 787-10 order to enhance the fleet’s resilience.

The brand and livery update underline the carrier’s global expansion plans following its absorption of Asiana Airlines.

Experiencing some leisure demand weakness, Allegiant Air has revised its first quarter and full-year guidance.

Singapore’s competition watchdog CCCS, has granted conditional approval for the commercial JV between Singapore Airlines (SIA) and All Nippon Airways (ANA).

Malaysia Aviation Group has announced more firm orders for Boeing 737 MAX aircraft including its first for the larger 737-10 variant.

The latest airline route news, featuring network changes, schedule alterations, codeshares and interline agreements.

The executive who invented aircraft leasing and built up industry giants International Lease Finance Corp. and Air Lease Corp. plans to step down in 2026.