segunda-feira, 11 de maio de 2026
SPECIAL COLOURS - Cem Air / CRJ-200ER / ZS-CMF - New special scheme celebrating 20 years of operations.
Photo: MASTER AVIATION
CemAir is a South African airline founded in 2005, headquartered in Johannesburg at O.R. Tambo International Airport, offering scheduled, charter, and leasing services. Operating a fleet of over 30 aircraft (including CRJ and Dash 8 models), they fly to roughly 14-15 destinations in South Africa, Botswana, and Zimbabwe as of early 2026
AIRCRAFT - FedEx flies again with the MD-11F.
FedEx has begun the process of returning MD-11Fs to service. Since the model was grounded in November 2025 following the UPS crash, the company has been working with Boeing on a solution to reinforce the wing-mounted engine pylons. The solution still needs FAA approval, but it appears to be nearing completion, given that the airline has already conducted its first flights.
To date, two MD-11Fs have been modified. Aircraft N521FE (48478) conducted a round-trip test flight between Memphis (TN) and Los Angeles (CA) on May 10, 2026, and on the same day also made its first commercial flight from Memphis to Los Angeles (CA). Its sister aircraft, N621FE (48792), made a test flight on May 9, 2026, departing from Memphis, and made its first commercial flight on May 10, 2026, to Miami (FL).
Currently, FedEx has 29 MD-11Fs in its fleet, which have been relocated to various locations around the world after being decommissioned. The company is preparing dedicated repair teams that will be sent to the sixteen different locations where the aircraft are currently stationed.
FedEx plans to put 24 MD-11Fs into operation and use the remaining five as a "flexible reserve" for when there is an increase in demand. The model is expected to be retired in 2032, when replacement aircraft are delivered.
Scramble / Photos: Duncan Stewart
AIRCRAFT - IAI Marks Major Milestone as Airbus A330-300 Passenger-to-Freighter Conversion Comes Off Jacks
The A330-300 P2F marks an expansion of IAI’s widebody conversion capabilities across both Airbus and Boeing platforms
The Company is one of a select few worldwide with proven capability to perform advanced conversions for aircraft from both Boeing and Airbus, including complex widebody platforms. As global demand for freighter aircraft continues to rise, IAI is expanding its worldwide network of conversion facilities, in order to deliver flexible, high-value solutions to airlines, leasing companies and cargo operators worldwide.
Boaz Levy, President and CEO of IAI: “This achievement marks another step in executing IAI’s long-term vision to expand its role in the global air cargo market. By continuously advancing our technological and industrial capabilities, we are positioned to deliver scalable and reliable solutions that align with our customers’ evolving operational needs, while reinforcing our leadership in the conversion arena.”
Yaacov Berkovitz, EVP & GM, IAI’s Aviation Group: “This milestone reflects IAI’s ability to transform decades of experience and advanced engineering expertise into long-term value for our customers. Our A330-300 passenger-to-freighter conversion has been purpose-built to meet evolving market demand, delivering a highly competitive value proposition and strong market appeal. As one of the few companies worldwide with the capability to execute comprehensive and highly complex conversions across both narrowbody and widebody aircraft, IAI offers customers greater fleet flexibility, long-term confidence and resilient investment value across market cycles.”
For more than 45 years, IAI has been a pioneer and global leader in passenger-to-freighter aircraft conversions, delivering comprehensive solutions across every segment of the aviation market. Trusted by industry leaders including Amazon, Gulfstream Aerospace and DHL, IAI is renowned as the world’s leading conversion house, with unmatched expertise across a broad range of aircraft models and operational requirements.
The Company is a global leader in widebody aircraft conversions and the first company worldwide to achieve an STC for the conversion of a B777-300ER from passenger to freighter configuration. In addition, IAI currently performs advanced conversions of the B767-200 and B767-300, as well as narrowbody conversions of the B737-700 and B737-800, offering a broad and unique product portfolio. This advantage enables IAI to provide flexible, tailored solutions to its customers worldwide.
IAI
SPECIAL COLOURS - GERMAN AIRWAYS / ERJ190 / D-AMWO - Deutsche Tourenwagen Masters"
VINTAGE Aircraft - Euroatlantic Airways - B737-300 - CS-TIO, CS-TIG, CS-TLL, CS-TMZ, PR-BRE, CS-TLI
Photo: Flyingphotos
domingo, 10 de maio de 2026
FLEET - Air Anka is leasing five Boeing 737-800 aircraft to support its expansion from charter operations to scheduled services ahead of the summer 2026 season.
TC-MGJ-Boeing 737-85F
Photo: Rüzgar Svlgn
Five Boeing 737-800 aircraft are being added, marking a shift from their traditional Airbus A330 operations.
Deliveries are underway, with the first two aircraft previously from Mavi Gök Airlines and the remaining three expected by the end of April 2026.
The aircraft will support the airline's move toward scheduled flights and enhance operational flexibility.
The expansion targets increased capacity for the summer 2026 season for tourist traffic.This move coincides with Air Anka's efforts to diversify its fleet while continuing its existing A330 operations
The aircraft will support the airline's move toward scheduled flights and enhance operational flexibility.
The expansion targets increased capacity for the summer 2026 season for tourist traffic.This move coincides with Air Anka's efforts to diversify its fleet while continuing its existing A330 operations
sábado, 9 de maio de 2026
SPECIAL COLOURS - Viva / XA-VMH / Airbus A320-271N - "Viva Méxicooooooooooooooo" Mexican National Football Team special scheme!
Photo: Juan Carlos Alvarez (MAS Aviation Press)
SPECIAL COLOURS - Viva / XA-VXX / Airbus A321-271NX / : New Stickers of Sabritas, Frito-Lay partner in México, presenting the phrase "No match without Sabritas"
Photo: Juan Carlos Alvarez (MAS Aviation Press)
AIRLINE HISTORY DEFUNCT - Eurocypria Airlines was a Cypriot charter airline founded in 1992 as a subsidiary of Cyprus Airways, which ceased operations on November 13, 2010, following financial difficulties
Photos: Flyingphotos - Lisboa
It was the first charter airline based in Cyprus, operating tourist flights primarily from the UK, Germany, and Poland using a fleet that included Boeing 737-800s.
IATA - UI
ICAO - ECA
Call sign - EUROCYPRIA
Founded - 25 March 1992
Commenced operations - 12 June 1992
Ceased operations - 4 November 2010
Operating bases - Larnaca International Airport
Paphos International Airport
Destinations - 72 (11 scheduled)
Headquarters - Larnaca, Cyprus
Fllet:
Airbus A320-200 - 5Boeing 737-800 - 6
VINTAGE Aircraft - LAN AIRLINES / AIRBUS A340-300 / CC-CQC
Flyingphotos - Lisboa
Manufacturer Serial Number (MSN) - 363
Age - 15.6 Years
at the end of its life
Test Registration - F-WWJZ
Production Site - Toulouse (TLS)
Airframe Status - Scrapped
sexta-feira, 8 de maio de 2026
FLEET - Transavia receives sixteenth Airbus from Toulouse
Transavia wants to keep flying accessible to a wide audience. Therefore, the airline is investing in more efficient and quieter flying.
The Airbus A321neo emits on average 15 percent less CO2 per passenger than the Boeing 737 that is being phased out. It also produces approximately 50 percent less noise. In doing so, it contributes to reducing noise pollution around airports, such as Schiphol. By now, more than half of the Transavia fleet at Amsterdam Airport consists of quieter Airbus aircraft. At the same time, ten Boeing 737s have already been phased out.
In addition, the Airbus A321neo seats 232 passengers; 43 more than the Boeing 737-800. As a result, Transavia can carry more passengers without flying more frequently.
Photos: Transavia
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