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sexta-feira, 13 de março de 2026

AIRPORT - Lisboa-Humberto Delgado-Portugal

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FLEET - Libyan Airlines says it intends to sell several old aircraft

Libyan Airlines says it intends to sell several old aircraft — including A330, A320, ATR42 and CRJ900 — and damaged structures that have been parked for years at Tripoli International Airport. Bids due in 10 days.

Aviator / Photo: Libyan

ROUTES - Riyadh Air has secured slots for 15 destinations from Riyadh during the summer 2026 season

They include Amman, Bangkok Suvarnabhumi, Cairo, Dubai, Islamabad, Jakarta, Jeddah, Kuala Lumpur, Lahore, London Heathrow, Madrid, Manchester, Manila, Mumbai and Paris CDG.

VINTAGE Special Colours - Ryanair / Boeing 737-200 / EI-CNT - "Vodafone"

flyingphotos / Faro, Portugal

AIRLINES HISTORIC DEFUNCT - Euroair (Euroair - Companhia Europeia de Transportes Aéreos, S.A.) was an airline based in Lisbon, Portugal, that ceased operations in 1994

Flyingphotos / Evora, Portugal / EUROAIR / Dornier Do-228-202K / CS-TGF

Period of operation: Ceased operations in 1994.

Linhas Aéreas Regionalais was created in 1985 in the city of Porto and started operations on 14Mar1985. It was renamed to LAR Transregional on 28Sep1985. It was then renamed to Euroair in 1993

Ceased operations in 1994.

HISTORIC AIRCRAFT - TransAer / A320-200 / EI-TLT - ANDALUSAIR titlesr

Flyingphotos / Faro 1999

Manufacturer Serial Number - (MSN) 415
Age - 33.2 Years
Test Registration - F-WWBL
Production Site - Toulouse (TLS)
Airframe Status - Stored

quinta-feira, 12 de março de 2026

SPECIAL COLOURS - STARLUX "AIRSORAYAMA" silver: A350-1000 , B-58553

Earlier this year in Tokyo, STARLUX announced a dream collaboration with iconic Japanese artist Hajime Sorayama, who personally designed two A350-1000 aircraft (B-58553 and B-58554), transforming them into sleek, high-shine works of art in the sky.

Now, the first aircraft, STARLUX AIRSORAYAMA SILVER, has rolled out from the Airbus headquarters in Toulouse, unveiling her futuristic silver livery to the world for the very first time

Starlux

FLEET - De Havilland Canada Signs Agreement with Asman Airlines for Refurbished Dash 8-400 Aircraft

De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Limited (De Havilland Canada) is pleased to announce that it has signed a Purchase Agreement with Asman Airlines for the delivery of a refurbished Dash 8-400 aircraft. This aircraft will be the fourth addition to Asman Airlines fleet.

The addition of the Dash 8-400 will support Asman Airlines’ continued expansion and enhance its ability to provide reliable, efficient regional air service across its network. Known for its performance in diverse and challenging operating environments, the Dash 8-400 offers a combination of speed, fuel efficiency, and operational flexibility that makes it ideally suited for regional operations.

“We’re proud to continue our partnership with Asman Airlines as they grow their Dash 8 fleet,” said Ryan DeBrusk, Vice President of Sales and Marketing at De Havilland Canada. “The Dash 8-400 is built to deliver strong performance and real value, and we’re excited to support Asman’s continued growth and connectivity.”

The refurbished aircraft will be configured to support Asman Airlines’ operational needs, delivering the Dash 8-400’s signature combination of passenger comfort, performance, and reliability. The aircraft will be ready to join their fleet later this year.

FLEET - Flytec Takes Delivery of One De Havilland Canada Dash 8-400 to Expand Operations in Argentina

De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Limited (“De Havilland Canada”) is pleased to announce that Flytec, a regional airline based in Argentina, has taken delivery of a DHC refurbished Dash 8-400 aircraft. The aircraft will support mining operations in Argentina.

Known for its speed, fuel efficiency, and exceptional performance in high-altitude and short-field environments, the Dash 8-400 is uniquely suited to support air access in Argentina’s diverse terrain — from mountainous areas to remote rural destinations.

“We are excited to welcome Flytec as the newest operator of the Dash 8-400,” said Ryan DeBrusk, Vice President of Sales and Marketing at De Havilland Canada. “This aircraft is ideal for Flytec’s mission of supporting operations in Argentina, offering high altitude airfield performance capability. We look forward to supporting their growth with the unmatched performance and operational flexibility of the Dash 8-400.”

This will be the first Dash 8-400 operating in Argentina, joining a growing fleet of regional aircraft operated by Flytec and it will be delivered with a modern interior configuration to enhance passenger comfort and operational versatility.

“The Dash 8-400 stood out for its high-altitude performance, making it ideal for the demanding conditions of our mining operations” said Mateo Zambruno, Chief Executive Officer at Flytec. “Coupled with its industry-leading low carbon emissions per seat and the confidence provided by DHC’s OEM certified refurbishment program, it was the clear choice for Flytec.” The Dash 8-400 is recognized globally for its operational excellence and sustainability benefits, including lower emissions and noise levels and continues to be the leading turboprop for regional airlines operating in challenging environments.

AIRLINE - QAir (Qayatawa Air Limited) is a new,2025-founded Nigerian airline based in Abuja

ICAO - QYT

Callsign - TAW AIR
Full Name - Qayatawa Air Limited
Country - Nigeria
Founded - 2025
Fleet Size - 2 Aircraft

Operating with a small initial fleet of two aircraft. The airline is actively recruiting staff for positions including cabin crew, catering, and ticketing across major Nigerian cities, including Lagos, Abuja, Kano, and Sokoto.

Operational Areas: Abuja, Lagos, Kano, and Sokoto.

As of mid-2025, the company was in a major recruitment phase to establish its operations.

QAir is positioned as a new, dynamic airline aiming to enhance regional connectivity. It has acquired an Embraer ERJ140 to begin operations.

NEW AIRLINE - JOY Airlines: the new anti-low-cost airline arriving in Argentina.

JOY Airline is a new, upcoming, premium regional carrier currently in the final stages of certification andaiming to start operations in Apr2026 or May2026. Led by former Southern Winds president Juan José Maggio, it will focus on regional routes using 50-seat aircraft (CRJ200LR), prioritizing comfort, speed, and personalized service over mass-market, low-cost models. As of Mar2026, the company is in the process of finalising its operational authorisation with the National Civil Aviation Administration (ANAC)

seeks to strengthen connectivity between Buenos Aires and the provinces with a premium domestic flight

The initial project includes planned flights from Buenos Aires to the cities of San Luis, Villa Mercedes, and Merlo, as well as routes to inland destinations such as Córdoba, Iguazu, and Bariloche. However, the airline's first destination was to be the province of Jujuy, after the company signed an agreement with the local government.

AIRLINE - FlyAden Airlines was established in 2024 as the national air carrier of the Republic of Yemen

FlyAden Airlines was established in 2024 as the national air carrier of the Republic of Yemen, with its main headquarters located in the capital city of Aden

Fly Aden Airlines begins its operations with a leased Boeing B-737-800 (Red Sea ) aircraft, and is seeking to expand its fleet by purchasing two modern Airbus A320 aircraft. We also aim to expand the flight network and gradually increase the fleet size on an annual basis

The carrier received certification in early 2025 and launched operations in late 2025

Code: DH : QFFA

FlyAden makeshift livery

AIRLINE - Sum Air (South Korea) will commence regular flight operations on 30 March 2026 with flights from Seoul Gimpo, using ATR72-600 aircraft.

Photo: Sum Air

quarta-feira, 11 de março de 2026

AIRLINES HISTORIC DEFUNCT - Amerer Air was a cargo airline based in Linz, Austria. It was Austria's largest dedicated cargo airline ( 1995 / 2011 )

OE-ILW - Fokker F27 Mk500 - Photo: Flyingphotos

ICAO - AMK
Call sign - AMER AIR

Founded - 1995

Ceased operations - 2011

Hubs - Linz Airport

Headquarters - Linz, Austria

Key people - Heinz Peter Amerer (CEO)

Operating services from Linz and Cologne throughout Europe, the Middle East and North Africa. Its main base was Linz Airport

The airline was established and started operations in 1995 with one Fokker F27 Mk500. Between 1997 and 2006 two Lockheed L-188 Electras were operated for United Parcel Service and TNT N.V. In 1999, international long distance road transport was introduced to supplement air freight activities. The airline was owned by Heinz Peter Amerer (50%) and Susanne Amerer (50%) and had 40 employees.

The airline operated:

2 Fokker F27 Mk500

2 Lockheed L-188 Electra

Boeing February 2026 orders & deliveries

Boeing maintained the order race with Airbus in February, having been able to book 21 new orders. It also received six cancellations and was able to deliver 51 aircraft.

Ordered were:

5 B787-9s by Air Astana
7 B737MAXs by Undisclosed customer(s)
1 B787-9 by an Undisclosed customer
6 KC-46As by Undisclosed customer(s)
2 B787-9s by WestJet

Cancelled were:

6 B737MAXs by WestJet

Delivered were:

2 B737MAXs to AerCap
3 B737MAXs to Air Lease Corporation
2 B737MAXs to Akasa Air
1 B737MAX to Allegiant Air
2 B737MAXs to American Airlines
1 B737MAX to Aviation Capital Group
1 B737MAX to Avolon
1 B777F to CES Leasing

2 B737MAXs to Dubai Aerospace Enterprise
1 B737MAX to Ethiopian Airlines
1 B737MAX to GOL
1 B737MAX to Jackson Square Aviation
1 B737MAX to Jeju Air
1 B787-9 to Lufthansa
1 B737MAX to Macquarie AirFinance
1 B777F to Qatar Airways
4 B737MAXs to Ryanair
1 B787-9 to Scoot
1 B737MAX to Shenzhen Airlines
1 B737MAX to Singapore Airlines
4 B737MAXs to Southwest Airlines
11 B737MAXs to United Airlines
1 B787-9 to United Airlines
2 B767-300Fs to UPS
1 KC-46As to the USAF
1 B737MAX to Virgin Australia
2 B737MAXs to WestJet

In 2026, Boeing has now received 128 orders and ten cancellations, leaving a net of 118 orders. The number of delivered aircraft stands at 97.

Illustration by Boeing.

Airbus February 2026 orders & deliveries

In February 2026, Airbus received a total of 28 new orders. There were no cancellations and the manufacturer was able to deliver 35 new aircraft to customers.

Ordered were:

5 A320neos by Air Astana
20 A321neos by Air Astana
1 ACJ320neo by a Private customer
2 A321neos by Tigerair Taiwan

Delivered were:

2 A220-300s to AirBaltic
1 A220-300 to Air France
2 A220-300s to Breeze Airways
1 A220-300 to Delta Air Lines

5 A321neos to Delta Air Lines
1 A350-900 to Egyptair
1 A321neo to Etihad Airways
1 A320neo to flyadeal
2 A320neos to Frontier Airlines
1 A321neo to Frontier Airlines
1 A321neo to IndiGo
1 A350-1000 to Japan Airlines

1 A220-300 to JetBlue Airways
1 A321neo to KLM

1 A320neo to LATAM Airlines
1 A321neo to LATAM Airlines
1 A321neo to Pegasus Airlines

1 A321neo to Qantas Airways
1 A220-300 to TAAG Angola Airlines
1 A321neo to Thai Airways
1 A321neo to Transavia
2 A321neos to Turkish Airlines
2 A321neos to United Airlines
3 A321neos to Wizz Air

In total, Airbus has now received 77 orders this year and no cancellations. The total number of delivered aircraft stands at 54.
Photo: Airbus