NEW AIRLINE - Mukhtara Air (MUH) is a new Saudi Arabian full-service carrier set to begin operations in early 2026, primarily serving pilgrims and travelers between Indonesia and Saudi Arabia.

 Owned by Manazil Al Mukhtara Group, it offers dedicated routes to Madinah, Makkah, and Taif using Airbus A330 and A320 aircraft, often in partnership with Zowar for travel packages.

Operational Focus: Specializes in Hajj and Umrah travel, connecting Indonesian cities (such as Surabaya, Denpasar, and Kualanamu) to Saudi Arabia.

Launch Date: Operations were scheduled to begin in January 2026.

Fleet: Operates Airbus A330s for international routes and A320s for domestic/regional flights, with plans to expand to 10 aircraft.

Parent Company: Owned by the Madinah-based Manazil Al Mukhtara Company Holding, which specializes in hospitality and travel services.

Headquarters: Located near Soekarno-Hatta Airport in Tangerang, Indonesia.

ROUTES - Armenia's NovAir restarts domestic operations

NovAir (Armenia) (NG, Yerevan) restarted scheduled passenger operations in Armenia on March 31, 2026, with flights between Yerevan and Kapan. The airline is deploying its only aircraft, Let 410 UVP-E20, EK4117 (msn 3017), which recently returned from lengthy maintenance in Czechia. Chief executive, Karen Vardanyan, said that for now, the airline had no expansion plans, but would reconsider buying a second aircraft if the Armenian government steps in with subsidies for domestic and regional connectivity.
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REBRANDS - South Korea’s t'way Air rebrands as Trinity Airways

Shareholders of t'way Air (TW, Daegu) approved the change of the carrier's corporate name Trinity Airways at its annual general meeting on March 31, 2026, with 99.2% support of votes cast. The rebranding will take effect following approvals from domestic and foreign authorities. Until then, the airline will retain its existing name, 'TW' IATA code, flight numbers, and reservations.

Separately, the airline faces a KRW1.2 billion won (USD793,000) fine for using unauthorised components in aircraft maintenance. The case involves seven air supply duct parts installed on five aircraft which were not included in approved maintenance capability listings.

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Trinity Airways will maintain its fleet of 26 Boeing 737-800s, which will be expanded with 20 Boeing 737 MAX 8s by 2027, and we will invest in long-range aircraft such as the Airbus A330-200/300, Boeing 777-300ER and future A330-900. International expansion was facilitated by the merger between Korean Air and Asiana, securing strategic slots for Europe and North America, specifically 46 destinations from Incheon.

 

SPECIAL COLOURS / ROUTES - On Easter Monday: Lufthansa special flights will fly the routes of the inaugural flights from exactly 100 years ago

• Just like on April 6, 1926: Two flights will depart from Berlin to Zurich and Cologne
• A grand ceremony is planned at BER Airport
• Numerous guests of honor, plane spotters, and spectators are expected

On April 6, 1926, the first flights of the first “Luft Hansa” took off from Berlin. On Easter Monday, April 6, 2026 - exactly 100 years later - this special anniversary will be celebrated in multiple ways.

On Monday morning, two long-haul aircraft will take off from Lufthansa’s hubs in Frankfurt and Munich bound for the capital. A Boeing 787-9 will depart from Hesse, and an Airbus A350-900 from Bavaria. On board: more than 400 passengers, consisting of Lufthansa Group employees and their partners, who have been invited by the company. Also on board the flights: influencers and journalists. Both aircraft feature the special blue livery with a white XXL crane to mark Lufthansa’s 100th anniversary.

More than 600 guests are expected at a celebratory event at Berlin Brandenburg Willy Brandt Airport.
On April 6, 1926, a Fokker Grulich F II took off from Berlin-Tempelhof Airport bound for Zurich, and a Dornier Komet III D-580 took off for Cologne. The flight to Zurich carried a newlywed couple, while the flight to Cologne had only a single passenger.

On Easter Monday, the Boeing 787 and the Airbus A350 will reenact these historic maiden flights. Both aircraft are scheduled to take off simultaneously from Berlin at around 3:00 p.m. Numerous spectators and aviation enthusiasts are expected on the BER visitor terrace for this special parallel departure.

The Dreamliner D-ABPU will depart for Zurich, and the Airbus D-AIXL for Cologne. They will also pass over the locations where the planes made stops on April 6, 1926. LH1926 (Boeing 787) flies from Berlin via Halle, Erfurt, and Stuttgart to Zurich, while LH2026 (Airbus A350) flies from Berlin via Magdeburg to Cologne. 100 years later, however, naturally without a stopover, but only as waypoints flown over in the air. Many aviation fans are also expected in Zurich and Cologne. Tickets for the two special flights sold out within a few days.

ROUTES - Malaysia's AirAsia X targets Istanbul as new hub for Europe

AirAsia X (D7, Kuala Lumpur International) is shifting its long-haul strategy towards Türkiye as the new intercontinental hub, after geopolitical tensions disrupted its earlier Gulf plans, Capital A chief executive Tony Fernandes said at a press conference.

"We're about to do a partnership with a very large Turkish airline, which will give us a huge European network," Fernandes said, quoted by Skift. He added that network plans and operations initially intended for Bahrain International are now being trialled in Istanbul. The Gulf airport, which AirAsia X planned to turn into a fifth-freedom connecting hub for its European operations, remains closed to all commercial traffic due to the risk of Iranian strikes.

AirAsia X earlier planned to launch services to London Gatwick via Bahrain from June 26, 2026, and to base up to 100 aircraft at the Gulf airport.

The airline continues to sell tickets on the Kuala Lumpur International-Bahrain-London Gatwick fifth-freedom route.

In a LinkedIn post dated March 16, 2026, Fernandes said amid the conflict, demand had strengthened for travel to Europe via Türkiye, Uzbekistan, and Kazakhstan.

Fernandes said the airline would seek to offset higher fuel costs through revenue and cost control, while maintaining low fares. It expects to return most of its aircraft from storage by end-April 2026 to improve operational reliability.

SPECIAL COLOURS - Highlight of the anniversary year: Lufthansa celebrates 100 years since its first flights in Berlin

• Special flights follow the routes from April 6, 1926, and take off for Zurich and Cologne on this special day
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• Jens Ritter, CEO of Lufthansa Airlines: “Driven by a pioneering spirit, it all began here in Berlin”
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• The anniversary Boeing 787-9 aircraft is named “Berlin”: named by Governing Mayor of Berlin, Kai Wegner

It is a special date for Lufthansa and a special day for all the employees who have shaped the airline with the crane logo: Exactly 100 years ago today - on April 6, 1926 - Lufthansa (at that time: “Luft Hansa”) took to the skies on its first flights. On that day, two aircraft took off from Berlin-Tempelhof Airport bound for Zurich and Cologne. Exactly a century later, this special date was fittingly celebrated as a chronological highlight of the anniversary year on Easter Monday - including two special flights that retraced the historic routes of the inaugural flights.

A Boeing 787-9 and an Airbus A350-900, both in blue anniversary livery featuring a white XXL crane, had taken off from Frankfurt and Munich that morning. On board: hundreds of Lufthansa employees with their partners, who, as lucky winners of an internal raffle, had been invited by the company to join the anniversary flights and be there in person in Berlin on this special day. A total of more than 600 guests, including passengers on the fully booked special flights as well as invited guests from the political and aviation sectors, celebrated the highlight of the anniversary year at a festive event in Berlin. Among them was Berlin’s Governing Mayor, Kai Wegner. A special highlight: The Boeing 787-9 in anniversary livery was officially named “Berlin” during the ceremony.

Jens Ritter, CEO of Lufthansa Airlines, emphasized in his speech: “Today, Lufthansa is celebrating its birthday! Driven by a pioneering spirit and passion, it all began here in Berlin. Exactly 100 years ago, the first flights of the original Lufthansa took off from here. Today, Berlin is one of our company’s largest locations. Around 2,000 Lufthansa employees live and work in the capital region. Lufthansa and the Group’s airlines will remain strong partners in Berlin in the future.”

Kai Wegner, Governing Mayor of Berlin, emphasized in his welcoming remarks: “100 years of Lufthansa is an impressive anniversary. On April 6, 1926, two flights departed from Berlin to Zurich and Cologne, thereby establishing Lufthansa’s long-standing connection with Berlin. To this day, Lufthansa remains an outstanding partner for Berlin - and I am delighted that, on the occasion of this special anniversary, we are naming the Boeing 787-9 ‘Berlin.’”

Routes of the inaugural flights re-enacted

Around 3:15 p.m., the Boeing 787-9, which had previously been named “Berlin,” and the Airbus A350-900 with the registration D-AIXL then departed the capital for Zurich and Cologne. On their journey, the special flights flew over the locations where stopovers were made on April 6, 1926. The Boeing 787-9 flew from Berlin via Halle, Erfurt, and Stuttgart to Zurich, while the A350-900 flew via Magdeburg to Cologne. The flight numbers of the two flights, LH1926 and LH2026, also commemorated the special anniversary.

Lufthansa will celebrate its 100th founding anniversary in 2026. Berlin plays a special role in the airline’s history: the first Lufthansa was founded here on January 6, 1926. Today, the Lufthansa Group is one of the four largest airlines worldwide and the largest airline group in Europe. In Berlin, the company is the clear market leader. Around 30 percent of all flights in the capital are operated by airlines within the group.

The ceremonial highlight of Lufthansa’s anniversary year will take place on April 15 with a ceremony in Frankfurt. On this day, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz is also expected to attend at Lufthansa Group Hangar One, the new conference and visitor center at Frankfurt Airport.

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ROUTES - Kenyan Carrier 748 Air Services to Resume Scheduled Flights in May

Kenyan airline 748 Air Services will resume scheduled domestic passenger operations in May 2026 under its Fly748.com brand, more than three years after suspending due to weak demand, the company said on Thursday March 2, 2026.

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FLEET - The first of 6 A320NEO for Edelweiss - “Hoch-Ybrig”, HB-JDB ex SWISS

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SPECIAL COLOURS - American Airlines, in partnership with Qatar Airways, celebrates FIFA World Cup 26 with new aircraft livery, final chance to score match tickets with the AAdvantage program and customer celebrations across the country

•  American debuts first sports-themed aircraft livery
• Announcement of last opportunity to redeem miles for match tickets
• Celebrations with customers at airports and popular locations throughout the U.S., Canada and Mexico

FORT WORTH, Texas — American Airlines is taking the excitement of the pitch to the skies. For the first time, the airline is debuting a special sports-themed aircraft livery — a bold nod to its role as the Official North American Airline Supplier of the FIFA World Cup 26™ in partnership with Qatar Airways.

This livery is more than a design — it’s a symbol of how American connects people not just to destinations, but to the passions, teams and moments they care about most. The specially designed Boeing 737-800 entered service on Feb. 15 and will be visible throughout the tournament this summer — bringing fans to the action and turning heads along the way.

And the love for football doesn’t stop there. More than 1,460 aircraft — representing the majority of American’s fleet — proudly display a custom FIFA World Cup 26™ decal, honoring the airline’s commitment to connecting fans and teams to the world’s most celebrated sporting event.

“We’re honored to serve as the Official North American Airline Supplier of the FIFA World Cup 26™ and to be part of a moment that brings people, cultures and communities together,” said Caroline Clayton, American’s Chief Marketing Officer and Senior Vice President of Communications. “Our sponsorships help us create deeper connections with our customers, and this new sports-themed livery is just one of the ways we’re bringing the excitement of the tournament to their travel experience.”

On April 2, American kicked off its countdown to the world’s biggest sporting event with an aircraft livery celebration at its hub in Miami — the city’s hometown airline and the country’s largest gateway to the Caribbean, Mexico and Latin America.

The airline transformed its Miami hangar into the ultimate football experience with the debut of its FIFA World Cup 26™-themed aircraft livery alongside food and beverages inspired by Miami’s rich culture and appearances by the FIFA World Cup 2026™ Official Mascots. Guests were welcomed with remarks from football icons Thierry Henry and Tim Howard, along with American executives including Chief Commercial Officer Nat Pieper, Chief Marketing Officer and Senior Vice President of Communications Caroline Clayton, and Vice President of Miami Operations Juan Carlos Liscano. The program also featured remarks from FIFA Chief Business and Strategy Officer Amy Hopfinger and Miami‑Dade County leaders Mayor Daniella Levine Cava and Commissioner Danielle Cohen Higgins. The remarks helped set the stage for an immersive evening that brought the spirit of the tournament to life.

“The excitement across North America is palpable and those of us who have been immersed in football for our entire lives are especially looking forward to how the tournament will grow both participation in and following of the world’s beautiful game,” said Tim Howard, former USMNT Goal keeper and sports broadcaster. “Brands like American are key to fueling that growth by enhancing the matchday experience and citywide celebrations for fans of all ages.”

This celebration is the first of many to come as American showcases the world’s beautiful game. Whether an avid or casual fan, American is bringing the spirit of the FIFA World Cup 26™ across 16 host cities through airport activations and surprise and delight moments — because the best plays aren’t always the ones on the pitch.

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FLEET - First KLM A350 Moves to Final Assembly Line

A major milestone in KLM’s fleet renewal: KLM’s first Airbus A350 is now on the Final Assembly Line at Airbus in Toulouse. Here, all the major components come together and the aircraft takes its final shape—the tail already features the signature KLM livery. KLM expects to take delivery of its first A350 by the end of the summer.

The Airbus A350 represents an important step towards a cleaner and quieter fleet. 

Compared to the Boeing 777-200ER, the A350 consumes 25% less fuel and has a 40% smaller noise footprint. For passengers, the A350 sets a new standard in comfort, offering the quietest cabin in its class, improved air quality, and higher cabin pressure. Pilots benefit from a fully digital cockpit, providing new opportunities for efficiency and support.

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KLM will invest €7 billion in fleet renewal over the coming years. In addition to the introduction of the Airbus A350, this includes the Embraer 195-E2 for KLM Cityhopper, new Airbus A321neo aircraft for European routes, and the Boeing 787 for intercontinental flights. In 2027, the A350F will join the fleet for cargo operations.

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ORDER - SUM Air Orders Up to Eight ATR 72-600s

Newly established Korean carrier strengthens partnership with ATR to support sustainable, essential air services across the region

Seoul, 3 April 2026 – ATR, the world’s leading regional aircraft manufacturer, today announced that SUM Air, Korea’s newest regional airline, has placed an order for four brand‑new ATR 72‑600 aircraft, along with four additional purchase rights, with deliveries scheduled from 2028. The agreement was signed on the occasion of the France–Korea bilateral economic forum held in Seoul, attended by the French President, marking a significant milestone for the airline, which began its commercial operations in March 2026 with a new leased ATR 72-600 from Avation.

Founded in 2022, SUM Air aims to reconnect Korea’s most underserved regions – including future island airports and short-haul routes to neighbouring countries like Japan and China – with reliable, responsible and affordable air mobility. The airline received its Air Operator Certificate (AOC) on 10 March 2026, following more than three years of preparation, personnel training, safety validation and aircraft integration.

This new order represents the next step in SUM Air’s long-term vision, ensuring the airline can gradually expand its domestic and international network while supporting Korea’s ambition to enhance regional mobility.

Yongduck Choi, Chief Executive Officer of SUM Air, said: “Sum Air, a regional air mobility airline, aims to strengthen regional connectivity across Korea and serve as a key part of the aviation infrastructure supporting regional revitalization through its partnership with ATR, a world-leading manufacturer of regional aircraft. Starting with the Gimpo–Sacheon route, we will build a spoke network linking inland and island airports. The aircraft acquired through this agreement will be deployed to operate routes to island airports such as Ulleungdo, Baengnyeongdo, and Heuksando. The ATR 72-600, optimized for short-haul operations, will play a pivotal role in enabling Sum Air to deliver air services that connect islands and regions across Korea.”

Nathalie Tarnaud Laude, Chief Executive Officer of ATR, added: “The ATR 72‑600 is designed exactly for the type of regional connectivity SUM Air aims to develop. Its short‑runway performance will allow SUM Air to access island airports where jets cannot operate, and its fuel efficiency and cost effectiveness make routes viable that would otherwise not be sustainable. With this aircraft, SUM Air can reliably serve communities across Korea, from east to west and from the mainland to future island airports, while keeping operations economical and environmentally responsible.”

ATR has long identified Korea as a market with significant untapped potential for regional aviation, forecasting a fleet of 25–30 ATR 72 aircraft in the country within the coming years. SUM Air’s decision reinforces this outlook and reflects growing confidence in ATR’s state-of-the-art turboprop technology as the right solution for Korea’s geography and route structure.

 

SPECIAL COLOURS - China Airlines unveils the new "Pikachu Jet CI2"

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Taiwanese airline China Airlines has unveiled its second Pokémon-themed aircraft, the "Pikachu Jet CI2," in partnership with The Pokémon Company.

The Airbus A350-900 features a vibrant flying Pokémon livery under the theme "Flying to the World" and entered service on April 2nd. Initially assigned to the Taoyuan – Tokyo (Narita) and Taoyuan – Seattle routes,

Thirteen Pokémon adorn the fuselage of the Pikachu Jet CI2.

The cloud and flower motifs on the fuselage are inspired by traditional Taiwanese decorative tile art.

The charming Pokémon designs and distinctive Taiwanese tile motifs extend to the aircraft's onboard amenities. The dinner tray placemat, nut mix, themed paper cups, headrest cover, and pillowcases feature creative details.

Informations: China Airlines / Photos: FISH___1027

 

VINTAGE Special Colours - Delta Air Lines / B757-200 / N6701 - Salt Lake City Olympic “Soaring Spirit”

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SPECIAL COLOURS - Citilink / Airbus A320-214 / PK-GLY - "Semangat Gerak x Aqua"

Photo: Stanley Joe Hidayat

 

NEW LIVERY - Peach unveils new livery

Peach has revealed a rebranding, including a new livery. The airline is taking advantage of its 15th anniversary to revamp its brand.

The new livery is less bold and purple than the current one.

Peach's fleet consists of thirteen A320s, 22 A320neos, and three A321neos.

Photos: Peach Aviation
 

SPECIAL COLOURS - JetBlue's Blueprint-livery returns

JetBlue is about to receive a new Airbus A220-300 with a new version of its "Blueprint" livery. Dubbed "Blueprint II," the livery was applied to aircraft N3308J (55446)

The first "Blueprint" livery was used by the Embraer ERJ190AR N304JB (19000257),

Compared to the first, the new version is a darker blue and features some new elements. Among them, a bear, a fan favorite, a crown to symbolize its flights to London, Chicago popcorn, a navigation sextant in the cockpit, and a can of in-flight syrup to highlight the aircraft's Canadian heritage.
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AIRLINE - Icelandair mulls buying 49% of PLAY Europe's Maltese AOC

Photo: Icelandair - A321LR

Icelandair (FI, Reykjavik Keflavik) has initiated discussions with the current owners of PLAY Europe (FPE, Malta International), a still active Maltese air operator's certificate left idle following the collapse of its erstwhile parent, PLAY (Iceland), concerning a potential acquisition of a 49% share.

"Having access to an air operator certificate in Malta in addition to the Icelandic one can open up new and exciting business opportunities and at the same time simplify our operations in Iceland and increase efficiency," president and chief executive officer Bogi Nils Bogason said.

The airline underlined that the discussions are preliminary and the terms of the potential acquisition are yet to be finalised.

However, explaining the rationale, Icelandair said that it was evaluating using the Maltese AOC to split its core fleet dedicated to scheduled operations out of Reykjavik Keflavik, and other aircraft currently operating charters or ACMI flights. "Acquiring a share in the company would open up new opportunities for Icelandair, for example, in charter services, as the Maltese company has access to more extensive air service agreements and double taxation treaties. At the same time, it would create opportunities to separate the company’s fleet operations," the airline said.

Bogason pointed out that having more than one AOC was "common" in Europe, and would increase Icelandair's flexibility and competitiveness.

Icelandair currently only has the Icelandic AOC.

PLAY used to compete with Icelandair as a low-cost carrier with a hub at Keflavik. While originally set up with the Icelandic AOC, it launched PLAY Europe in 2025 to lower the cost of its ACMI-out business. It later proposed closing the Icelandic AOC altogether to focus on ACMI and charter business with the Maltese certificate. This change never went through before PLAY ceased operations at the end of September 2025, buckling under the weight of sustained losses.

While PLAY's Icelandic AOC is no longer active, the Maltese one is. Three dry leased A320-200Ns remain registered in Iceland to the company, after the local regulator blocked their deregistration pending the settlement of all debts. The Maltese unit no longer has any aircraft.

Fly Play Europe, trading as PLAY Europe, is wholly owned by FPEHM Ltd., a Maltese company incorporated in January 2026. This firm is, in turn, wholly owned by Icelandic company Fly Play Europe Holdco. The Icelandic business register shows the beneficial owner of the firm is the CEO of PLAY, Einar Orn Olafsson.

 

FLEET - Motu Link aims for three ATRs by 2027

Motu Link Airline (Papeete) plans to grow its fleet to three aircraft by 2027 as it prepares to launch cargo operations, chief executive Alexandre Mu told media and consulting company Kaori Media. The start-up is awaiting its air operator's certificate, with operations expected "within a matter of weeks" once approvals are completed.

Mu said about 95% of certification with the French civil aviation authority (DGAC) is complete, with remaining steps focused on flight inspections and final audits. The airline recently completed a maintenance audit.

The carrier has recently taken delivery of an ATR72-500(F), F-OHEI (msn 713), which will serve Tahiti-outer island and interisland cargo routes. Mu said additional second-hand ATR - Avions de Transport Régional turboprops will be acquired to support reliability and maintenance coverage.

Initial operations will focus on domestic freight, with potential expansion to regional routes such as New Caledonia. As previously reported by ch-aviation, the carrier will initially fly to and from Papeete, Raiatea, Bora Bora, Rangiroa, Tubuai, and Nuku Hiva.
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FLEET - KIN AVIA from DRC acquires two Dash 8-Q100s

The Dash 8-100 is a 37-seat twin-engine turboprop designed for short-range regional operations, making it ideal for operating from smaller or regional runways in the DRC.

KIN AVIA secured its first Dash 8-Q100 in 2020-2022 to support its operations, initially using it while operating from Kinshasa N'dolo.

Operational Focus: The turboprops will bolster domestic flight operations to support the growing regional aviation demand

 

FLEET - Aviation Capital Group Delivers First of Six New Boeing 737-8 MAX Aircraft to Royal Air Maroc

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NEWPORT BEACH, Calif., March 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Aviation Capital Group LLC (ACG), a premier global full-service aircraft asset manager, today announced the delivery of the first Boeing 737-8 MAX aircraft to Compagnie Nationale Royal Air Maroc (Royal Air Maroc).

The new aircraft, equipped with CFM LEAP-1B engines, is the first ACG 737-8 MAX to be placed on lease with Royal Air Maroc as part of a six-aircraft transaction, with the remaining five scheduled for delivery through 2026 from its orderbook.

"ACG is honored to partner with Royal Air Maroc on the lease and delivery of the first of six Boeing 737-8 MAX aircraft. This transaction builds on our longstanding relationship and supports the airline's continued fleet modernization and expansion plans with these latest generation, fuel-efficient aircraft. We look forward to delivering the remaining aircraft through 2026," said Thomas Baker, Chief Executive Officer and President of ACG.

"The integration of these six new Boeing 737-8 MAX aircraft represents a significant advancement in the ongoing modernization and expansion of Royal Air Maroc's fleet, allowing us to greatly strengthen our short and medium-haul network capabilities. These aircraft will support our ambition to become a leading global connector and enhance our ability to deliver resilient, high performance connectivity to our customers, linking Africa and Europe to the wider global network," said Abdelhamid Addou, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Royal Air Maroc.

NEW AIRLINE - Amazone Airlines is a new Beninese airline that launched domestic operations on March 23, 2026, primarily linking Cotonou and Parakou

Formed by the merger of Bénin Airlines and Cronos Airlines Benin, it is designed as a new national carrier to strengthen connectivity and boost tourism in collaboration with potential, early-stage partnerships like Qatar Airways.

The airline received its Operating License (AOC) from Benin's National Civil Aviation Agency (ANAC) on February 13, 2026, followed by its inaugural flight on March 23, 2026.

Routes: It connects the capital, Cotonou, to Parakou, offering a faster alternative to land travel between the south and central parts of the country.

Structure: It is a newly formed entity arising from the merger of Benin Airlines (formerly Air Taxi Benin) and Cronos Airlines Benin, created to revive the national flag carrier initiative.

The establishment of the airline aims to boost national air connectivity and meet the national goal of attracting over 2 million tourists annually.

Operations: Early operations have utilized aircraft such as the Twin Otter DHC-6-400