Ronald Vermeulen
segunda-feira, 23 de março de 2026
ROUTES - BeOnd (United Arab Emirates) plans to launch two new routes.
BeOnd (United Arab Emirates) plans to launch the Malé – Dubai Al Maktoum – Moscow Sheremetyevo route starting in December 2026, using A321 aircraft.
It also plans to launch a new service to London and Paris departing from Malé via Dubai Al Maktoum in mid-December 2026, also using A321 aircraft.
ORDER - De Havilland Canada Celebrates 1000th Twin Otter Delivery with SATENA
From Opening the Canadian North to Connecting Colombia, a Legendary Aircraft Reaches a Historic Milestone
Calgary, Alberta - De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Limited (De Havilland Canada) proudly celebrates a defining moment in aviation history with the delivery of its 1000th DHC-6 Twin Otter. This landmark aircraft, along with the 999th Twin Otter, will be joining the fleet of SATENA, Colombia’s state-owned regional airline, marking both a global production milestone and a meaningful chapter in a growing partnership.
Reaching 1000 Twin Otters produced and delivered is a powerful testament to an aircraft that has become an icon of rugged reliability, versatility, and purpose-driven design. Originally built to open up the Canadian North, the Twin Otter has spent decades connecting remote communities, supporting economic development, and operating in environments where few other aircraft can perform. Today, that same spirit of connection continues in Colombia, where this milestone aircraft will help link communities across mountains, jungles, coastlines, and rural regions.
“Delivering our 1000th Twin Otter is a proud milestone for De Havilland Canada,” said Brian Chafe, CEO of De Havilland Canada. “Built to connect people in the world’s most challenging environments, the Twin Otter’s success reflects the skill and dedication of our teams and the trust our customers have placed in this aircraft for generations. We’re pleased to see it continue serving communities around the world.”
The aircraft represents SATENA’s fourth De Havilland Canada aircraft, reinforcing a partnership grounded in performance and shared purpose. For SATENA, whose mission is centered on serving remote and underserved regions of Colombia, the Twin Otter is more than an aircraft, it is an essential tool for national integration and opportunity.
“We are honoured to receive the 1,000th Twin Otter,” said Major General Óscar Zuluaga, President of SATENA. “This aircraft will play a vital role in strengthening connectivity throughout Colombia. As we welcome our fourth De Havilland Canada aircraft, we celebrate not only a milestone in aviation history, but a continued commitment to serving communities that rely on us every day.”
For more than six decades, the DHC-6 Twin Otter has proven itself as the benchmark for utility aviation, from Arctic operations to tropical climates, humanitarian missions to commercial service. Its exceptional short takeoff and landing (STOL) performance, durability, and adaptability have made it one of the most reliable aircraft programs in Canadian aerospace history.
The 1000th delivery is more than a number, it is a celebration of the people who design, build, maintain, and operate the aircraft, and the countless people around the world whose lives have been connected because of it.
As the Twin Otter continues its journey into the future, one thing remains unchanged: it was built to open up the North, and it continues to open up opportunity wherever it flies.
ORDER - FINNAIR Selects Embraer E195-E2, Ordering Up To 46 Aircraft
São José dos Campos, Brazil, March 23, 2026 – Embraer (NYSE: EMBJ / B3: EMBJ3) and Finnair have signed an agreement for up to 46 E195-E2 aircraft, comprising 18 firm orders, 16 options, and 12 purchase rights. The E195-E2 will replace Finnair’s older aircraft, supporting the airline’s strategy for profitable growth.
Selected for its superior efficiency, reliability, and passenger appeal, the E195-E2 is the quietest single aisle jet available today , and up to 35% more fuel efficient than the previous generation E190s operated for Finnair. With the quietest cabin in the single aisle segment and a comfortable configuration with no middle seats, the E195-E2 reinforces Finnair’s climate targets while enhancing comfort for customers.
“This is one of the largest investments in Finnair’s 102-year-old history, and a vital step in our strategy. The Embraer E2 will enable us to strengthen our European network and tap into the growth opportunities in the market, while also enhancing our competitiveness through reliability, versatility and high degree of customer comfort. Importantly, this investment also reduces our CO2 footprint, advancing our climate targets,” says Finnair CEO Turkka Kuusisto.
“Embraer is honored to support Finnair’s exciting next chapter,” said Arjan Meijer, President & CEO, Embraer Commercial Aviation. “The E195-E2’s unique combination of efficiency, comfort, and reliability delivers meaningful value – lower fuel burn, lower CO₂, and superior economics. We look forward to helping Finnair modernize its short-haul fleet to better match demand, reduce emissions, and unlock growth.”
Deliveries of the aircraft, configured with 134 seats, are scheduled to begin in the second half of 2027.
domingo, 22 de março de 2026
VINTAGE Aircraft - Air Madagascar / Boein 747-200M / 5R-MFT
Flyingphotos - Lisboa
Manufacturer Serial Number (MSN) - 21614
Line Number - 353
Age - 26.9 Years (at the end of its life)
Production Site - Everett (PAE)
Delivered - Jan 1979
Config Engines - 4x PW
aircraft name - Ankoay
VINTAGE Aircraft - Egyptair / Airbus A340-200 / SU-GBO
Flyingphotos - Lisboa
Manufacturer Serial Number (MSN) - 178
Age -
28.8 YearsTest Registration - F-WWJD
Production Site - Toulouse (TLS)
Production Site - Toulouse (TLS)
Airframe Status - Stored
Config - F12C24Y224
Engines - 4x CFMI 010027 Aircraft Name - Hathor Expres
ex: Air Leisure: leased from Egyptair
sábado, 21 de março de 2026
SPECIAL COLOURS - Urumqi Air / Boeing 737-84P / B-206G - "Sayram Lake (赛里木湖)"
Zhengzhou Xinzheng Airport - ZHCC, China
Photo: : Lei Cheung Jyu
VINTAGE Aircraft - SU-BNN is a McDonnell Douglas MD-90-30 aircraft operated by Egypt-based charter airline AMC Airlines (later AMC Aviation) during the early 2000s, specifically active around 2000-2001
FlyingPhotos - Lisboa
N303EV - Delta Air Lines
B-17921 - UNI Air
VINTAGE Special Colours - Air Europa / Boeing 737-3Y0 / EC-GEQ - Martini special livery
Flyingphotos - Lisboa
sexta-feira, 20 de março de 2026
FLEET - KLM Cityhopper (Netherlands) expects all four of its grounded E195-E2s to be back into operation during 2026, as GTF issues ease
The carrier also has a good supply of spare engines available. As for the E190s, they will exit by 2031, and be likely replaced with more E195-E2s. The E175s will remain for now.
Aviator / Photo: Ton Jochems - AMS
FLEET - Amazon fleet of A330 converted freighters transferred to IAT Leasing
Amazon Air first A330P2F (CVG Airport)
Widebody cargo jets were introduced in 2023 and are now flown by Alaska Airlines
The aircraft are operated by Alaska Air Group – which acquired them through Hawaiian Airlines – on behalf of Amazon Air.IAT Leasing claims to have acquired the portfolio of twin-engine aircraft from funds managed by asset manager Altavair, adding that the acquisition was made on behalf of funds managed by Blue Owl Capital of the USA and financed by MUFG of Japan.
The A330 freighters covered by the transaction are equipped with Rolls-Royce Trent 700 engines.
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