quinta-feira, 21 de maio de 2026
For sale: Norse Atlantic Airways
If you have some spare change and ambitions, it seems Norse Atlantic Airways is for sale. According to Bloomberg, the airline has appointed JP Morgan to facilitate a sale in the upcoming months.
Because of rising fuel costs and geopolitical tensions, Norse has been carrying-out a restructuring programme. One part of that plan was to cut costs by reducing non-flying staff but another part to seek a strategic way forward through a sale, merger or close partnership. It now seems selling the airline is the preferred way forward.
Norse Atlantic Airways was founded in February 2021, and launched operations in June 2022. It currently consists of two operating companies, one in Norway and one in the UK.
On the Norwegian Air Operator's Certificate (AOC), it has eight Boeing B787-9s, of which six are currently wet-leased to IndiGo. The UK AOC has four B787-9s.
Apart from flying for third parties like IndiGo, the airline is flying from London-Gatwick to Bangkok, Cape Town, New York-JFK (NY), and Orlando (FL). From Oslo and Stockholm Norse is serving Bangkok and Phuket, while it flies from Athens and Rome-Fiumicino to New York-JFK (NY).
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FLEET - Aeroitalia will receive its first B737-8 MAX in March 2027, Five B737-8 aircraft in 2027
The Italian airline led by CEO Gaetano Intrieri has ordered five new B737-8 MAX aircraft, all of which will arrive in 2027. The first in March and the other four between June and July 2027.
International flights for the MAX, As Di Perna himself revealed during the demonstration in Rimin, the new aircraft has an operational optimization profile of more than 2 hours and the airline will use it on international flights.
Berjaya Air Takes Delivery of World’s First Aircraft in ATR HighLine Configuration
Kuala Lumpur – The world’s first ATR 72-600 featuring the ATR HighLine “All-Business Class” configuration touched down in Kuala Lumpur, marking a major milestone for regional aviation. ATR’s new cabin concept received certification from both EASA and the Malaysian authorities earlier this month, confirming its readiness for commercial operations worldwide.
The delivery represents a dual first for Berjaya Air; the airline’s inaugural ATR 72-600 and the launch platform for ATR’s new premium cabin collection. It also heralds a new era in regional travel, combining semi-private flying comfort with the proven efficiency of turboprop operations.
The aircraft features a fully bespoke, all–business class cabin, accommodating 26 seats in a spacious and unique 1-by-1 layout, ensuring every guest benefits from direct aisle access and direct view to multiple windows. The handcrafted ETEREA seats by Geven – the widest ever installed on the ATR platform – offer generous living space and a refined personal side console with integrated stowage.
One of the cabin’s most distinctive elements is the executive‑style ceiling, where overhead bins have been replaced by sleek valence panels. This design opens up the cabin, floods the interior with natural light, and creates a volume comparable to that of the world’s largest private aircraft – all on board the most fuel-efficient regional aircraft.
Syed Ali Shahul Hameed, Group CEO of Berjaya Property Berhald, said: “Taking delivery of the world’s first ATR 72-600 in ATR HighLine configuration marks an important step in Berjaya Air’s transformation journey. This new cabin experience enables us to offer guests a seamless and refined journey to some of the region’s most sought-after destinations, while maintaining our strong commitment to operational efficiency and service excellence. Whether serving resort destinations or charter operations across the region, the ATR HighLine cabin allows us to deliver an end-to-end premium travel experience that reflects Berjaya’s hospitality heritage and long-term vision.”
ATR Chief Executive Officer Nathalie Tarnaud Laude added: “This milestone demonstrates how the ATR family continues to evolve to meet new market expectations. The ATR HighLine cabin collection opens new possibilities for operators seeking exceptional onboard comfort while leveraging all the efficiency and operational benefits of the aircraft. Together with Berjaya Air, we are demonstrating the inherent versatility of the ATR platform, capable of adapting to a wide range of operator needs without compromising its core strengths.”
Berjaya Air will take delivery of a second factory-new ATR 72-600 in the same “All-Business Class” configuration in the third quarter of this year.
KLM celebrates 80 years of connection between Amsterdam and New York
The first flight departed Amsterdam on May 21, 1946, making stops in Prestwick, Scotland, and Gander, Canada, before reaching New York. On board the Douglas C-54 Skymaster were 32 passengers. With this route, KLM became the first European airline to establish a regular connection to the United States, ushering in a new era for transatlantic aviation. Today, KLM and partner Delta Air Lines jointly operate four daily flights between Amsterdam and New York. Last year, KLM carried nearly half a million passengers and more than 17 million kilograms of cargo on this route. This makes the connection important not only for leisure travelers and business passengers, but also for the transport of time-sensitive and high-value goods, such as pharmaceutical products, high-tech equipment, fashion and luxury items, e-commerce shipments, and industrial components. In addition, the route plays an important role in the logistics chain for perishable goods and other specialized cargo flows between Europe and North America. Via New York, KLM also offers travelers access to an extensive network of destinations across North America.
A spirit of pioneering
The launch of the route was made possible in part by the determination of Albert Plesman, founder of KLM. His efforts enabled KLM to move ahead of its competitors and become the first European airline to launch scheduled service to New York. That pioneering spirit has always remained a hallmark of KLM. In the decades that followed, the airline introduced successive new aircraft types on the New York route, from the Boeing 747 to the Boeing 787 Dreamliner. Today, KLM continues to invest in fleet renewal with the aim of flying cleaner, quieter, and more efficiently.
Anniversary celebrations
KLM is marking this special anniversary today with partners, colleagues, and passengers at The New York Historical museum. To commemorate the occasion, an exclusive Delft Blue miniature house of The New York Historical is unveiled. Produced in a limited edition of 300 pieces, it will be distributed exclusively to guests attending the event. Also opening today at The New York Historical is a temporary exhibition on the history of the route and the longstanding ties between the Netherlands and New York.
Aviodrome, the Dutch aviation museum, is also opening its new exhibition “The PH-TAR and the Journey to the New World” on Thursday, May 21. With this exhibition, the museum commemorates eighty years of transatlantic scheduled service between the Netherlands and the United States. Through historical imagery, the exhibition tells the story of KLM’s first transatlantic flight and highlights how remarkable the direct connection between the Netherlands and New York was at the time. Visitors can also see a Douglas DC-4 painted in the PH-TAR livery, the same type of aircraft used for this historic flight, with its interior carefully restored to its former glory. The exhibition will be open to visitors from today through the end of 2027.
quarta-feira, 20 de maio de 2026
FLEET - First Beechcraft King Air 360 To Enter Mongolian Market With Order Placed By Hunnu Air
“The Beechcraft King Air 360 builds on decades of proven capability, offering the mission flexibility operators need across commercial, special mission and regional operations,” said Textron Aviation’s Mike Shih, vice president, Strategy & Sales. “This addition enhances Hunnu Air’s ability to reach more destinations and meet the growing needs of travelers across Mongolia.”
The addition of the King Air 360 complements Hunnu Air’s recent orders, which include two passenger variants of the Cessna SkyCourier—the first SkyCourier aircraft in Mongolia—as well as a new Cessna Grand Caravan EX. These aircraft join Hunnu Air’s existing fleet of Grand Caravan EX aircraft.
FLEET - Boc Aviation Signs Second Lease Transaction With Akasa Air For Additional Three Boeing 737-8200 Aircraft
“Following our successful transaction last November, we are pleased to be executing a further agreement with Akasa as it builds its business in India and beyond,” said Paul Kent, Chief Commercial Officer, BOC Aviation. “The modern Boeing 737 family on which it is centering its fleet development remains one of the world’s most popular single-aisle jets, demonstrates industry-leading fuel efficiency and is a cornerstone of our orderbook.”
Priya Mehra, Chief of Governance & Strategic Acquisitions, Akasa Air said, “we are pleased to further deepen our partnership with BOC Aviation through this second transaction that adds further three Boeing 737-8200 aircraft, which reflects a shared long-term conviction in Akasa Air’s growth trajectory and the strength of the Indian aviation market.
As a leading global aircraft lessor, BOC Aviation brings deep institutional expertise and a strong understanding of the evolving aviation landscape, making it an important strategic financing partner for Akasa Air. This agreement aligns with our disciplined approach to scaling the airline through a modern, fuel-efficient fleet while maintaining capital efficiency, financial flexibility, and long-term operational resilience.”
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terça-feira, 19 de maio de 2026
NEW AIRLINE - Noor Airways plans to initially focus on domestic routes across Pakistan.
The airline intends to operate using Airbus A320 aircraft during its early operational phase.
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NEW AIRLINE - Aglow Air (Nigeria) is actively working to finalize its Air Operator Certificate (AOC) and launch dedicated cargo operations across West and Central Afric
The startup cargo carrier is currently exploring the lease of Embraer E190-100AR(F) converted freighters due to availability constraints with ATR72-500 freightersThe airline is actively completing its Air Operator's Certificate (AOC) process and is considering leasing Embraer E190-100AR(F) converted freighters for its regional routes.
Utilizing its operational base in Lagos, the airline has partnered with Turkish Airlines to service 10 established routes across the West African region.
As a member of Cargo iQ, the company standardizes its supply chain processes to align with global logistics best practices
NEW AIRLINE - Iran's JSKY Airlines restarts as ACMI provider
JSKY Airlines is a full-service regional carrier based in Esfahan, Iran.
Operating out of Isfahan International Airport (IFN), the airline utilizes a small fleet of Boeing 737-300 aircraft to provide scheduled passenger flights and ACMI (Aircraft, Crew, Maintenance, and Insurance) charter operations
Following its market relaunch, JSKY Airlines operates as both a scheduled regional carrier and an ACMI provider. Its fleet consists of two Boeing 737-300s (registrations EP-JIA and EP-JIB), which are frequently seen operating at various domestic hubs including Tehran Mehrabad and Bandar Mahshahr
Base country: Iran
Base city: Esfahan
Base airport: Isfahan International Airport
Airline ICAO code: ISP
Base city IATA code: IFN
Base airport IATA code: IFN
Airline category: Scheduled
Airline type: Full service carrier
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FLEET - Air Peace Secures Purchase of Three Ex-Jeju Air Boeing 737- 800s, Adds Two Wetleased A320s
Nigerian carrier Air Peace is buying three Boeing 737-800s from South Korea's Jeju Air for 144.72 billion won ($97.5 million), according to a May 13 stock exchange filing, and is wet-leasing two additional Airbus A320s from Lithuania's Avion Express,
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