VINTAGE Special Colours - Austrian Airlines / A321-200 / OE-LBB - Famous Austrians 'Millenium' colours

Flyingphotos - Faro, Portugal
 

Air Astra (Bangladesh) plans to grow its fleet to six aircraft by July 2026, helping expand its domestic network.

Air Astra (2A, Dhaka) has issued a request for proposal (RfP) to dry-lease or buy three or four A320-200/A321-200 narrowbodies to launch international routes. The Bangladeshi carrier aims to transition to A320/1neo aircraft later. 

The airline requires deliveries by the end of 2025. The aircraft must not be older than 15 years at the time of delivery. A single-class all-economy configuration is preferable, although the airline is willing to consider dual-class aircraft. Proposals comprising sistership aircraft are encouraged.

FLEET - Avora Aviation Delivers Airbus A321 to Sky Vision Airlines on Operating Lease

Avora Aviation is pleased to announce the successful delivery of one Airbus A321-211 aircraft on a dry operating lease to Sky Vision Airlines, a Cairo-based carrier. The aircraft has been registered onto the Egyptian registry and ferried to its operating base ahead of entering commercial service, where it will support Sky Vision Airlines' route network growth across international markets.

The transaction reflects Avora Aviation's continued focus on placing mid-life A320/A321 family assets with growing operators across EMEA, Central Asia, and Africa, and reinforces the Group's commitment to providing flexible, well-supported leasing solutions to airlines scaling their operations

"Placing this A321 with Sky Vision Airlines is exactly the kind of partnership Avora was built to deliver — backing ambitious operators with the right aircraft and a structure that supports their growth plans" said Alim Lakhiyalov, Chief Executive Officer of Avora Group. "We're glad to be part of their growth story and look forward to a long-term relationship as the fleet expands."

Agora / Photo: Sky Vision

SPECIAL COLOURS - JUNEYAO AIRLINES / Airbus A321-211 / B-8068 - "Chinese Red Peony"

Photo:S.H.Yang

 

Fly One / ER-00003 / A321-200

Ton Jochems - AMS
 

FLEET - Sunclass Airlines (Denmark) CEO Valdemar Warburg says the carrier expects two more A321neos to arrive in the coming year and a half — as replacement aircraft.

 

FLEET - Asman Airlines (Kyrgyzstan) aims to acquire two A321s by early 2027.

Photos: Asman Airlines

 

NEW AIRLINE - Etna Sky (Italy) plans to launch operations as a LCC out of Catania,

Etna Sky (Italy) plans to launch operations as a LCC out of Catania, according to one of the founders, Manlio Messina.
The first flight is expected to take place by summer 2026, however an AOC is still pending.

The carrier is currently in the start-up phase and does not yet have an Air Operator's Certificate (AOC) from the Civil Aviation Authority, an essential document to start operating, But the livery is really beautiful.
Headquartered in Catania with primary bases at Catania-Fontanarossa and Palermo-Punta Raisi, the airline will also operate from Trapani-Birgi and Comiso, covering Sicily’s major travel gateways.

Etna Sky plans to begin with domestic Italian routes before expanding into Europe, the Mediterranean, North America and the Middle East in its second year.

The fleet will debut with four Airbus aircraft: two A321s for short- and medium-haul operations and two A330s for long-haul services

ROUTES - EUROWINGS NW25 NETWORK ADDITIONS – 05OCT25

The following is the summary of Eurowings network additions for Northern winter 2025/26 season, as of 05OCT25. The list includes previously reported additions, although certain routes have seen revisions to operational frequencies and dates.


Berlin – Abu Dhabi eff 03NOV25 3 weekly A320neo
Berlin – Dubai al Maktoum eff 02OCT25 3 weekly A320neo (4 weekly from 04NOV25. This route was also scheduled 30MAR25 – 27APR25)
Berlin – Kittila eff 31JAN26 1 weekly A320
Berlin – Marsa Alam eff 09NOV25 1 weekly A320
Cologne – Marsa Alam eff 31OCT25 1 weekly A320
Dusseldorf – Dubai al Maktoum eff 13DEC25 3 weekly A320neo
Dusseldorf – Innsbruck eff 12DEC26 2 weekly A320 (A319/320 from 20FEB26)
Hamburg – Marsa Alam eff 28OCT25 2 weekly A320
Hannover – Beirut eff 06NOV25 1 weekly Airbus A320 (A319 from 18DEC25)
Hannover – Bologna 09NOV25 – 16NOV25 7 roundtrips with A319/320
Hannover – Dubai al Maktoum eff 04NOV25 3 weekly A320neo
Hannover – Funchal eff 03NOV25 1 weekly A320 (No service 12JAN26 – 09FEB26)
Hannover – Graz 08NOV25 – 15NOV25 5 roundtrips with A320
Hannover – Lyon 10NOV25 – 16NOV25 5 roundtrips with A320
Hannover – Marrakech eff 29OCT25 2 weekly A320 (No service 08NOV25 – 18NOV25)
Hannover – Milan Malpensa eff 17NOV25 5 weekly A319/320 (3 weekly 22JAN26 – 09FEB26)
Nuremberg – Erbil eff 04NOV25 1 weekly A320 (no service 25NOV25 – 16DEC25, 13JAN26 – 03FEB26)
Prague – Beirut eff 07NOV25 1 weekly A320
Prague – Fuerteventura eff 14DEC25 1 weekly A320, scheduled charters (Previous: 2 weekly from 29OCT25)
Prague – Hurghada eff 01NOV25 1 weekly A320, scheduled charter
Prague – Marrakech eff 08NOV25 1 weekly A320 (2 weekly 20NOV25 – 03JAN26, 19FEB26 – 26MAR26)
Prague – Marsa Alam eff 04NOV25 1 weekly A320, scheduled charter
Prague – Tenerife South eff 05NOV25 1 weekly A320 (No service 14JAN26 – 04FEB26; Previous: 2 weekly eff 26OCT25)
Salzburg – Beirut eff 15DEC25 1 weekly A320 (Previous: eff 28OCT25)
Salzburg – Gothenburg 07FEB26 – 14MAR26 1 weekly A320, scheduled charter
Salzburg – Marrakech eff 04NOV25 2 weekly A320
Salzburg – Prishtina 18DEC25 – 06JAN26 2 weekly A320
Stockholm Arlanda – Lyon eff 17JAN26 1 weekly A320, scheduled charter
Stuttgart – Amman eff 27OCT25 1 weekly A320 (2 weekly 18DEC25 – 23FEB26 instead of 04DEC25 – 23FEB26)
Stuttgart – Dubai eff 26OCT25 Service replaces Dubai al Maktoum (DWC), 4 weekly A320neo. Planned overall increase to 1 daily unchanged from 03NOV25. A320neo operating
Stuttgart – Jeddah eff 05NOV25 2 weekly A321neo
Stuttgart – Marrakech eff 06NOV25 2 weekly A320/320neo (A319/320 in March 2026)
Stuttgart – Milan Linate eff 26OCT25 13 weekly A319/320/320neo (replacing Milan Malpensa)

 Photo: Flyingphotos

NEW LIVERY - FLYONE ARMENIA / A321-200 / EK-FOD

New Livery
Photo: "Undisclosed, Russia" 

Moscow Domodedovo - UUDD, Russia

Old Livery

SPECIAL LIVERY - IBERIA / A321-200 / EC-JZM - "Cantabria"

Marco Moutinho

 

SPECIAL COLOURS - Juneyao Airlines / A321-211 / B-9957 - Shanghai LEGOland Livery

Photo: Mixz

ROUTES - beOnd (Maldives) is expanding its network with the addition of 18 new destinations, launching through 2025 and into 2026.

The carrier will connect the Maldives to cities across Europe, Asia, India, and the Middle East, utilizing A320 family aircraft

Photo: Beond

ROUTES - BEOND APRIL 2025 EUROPE ROUTING CHANGES

Maldives’ BeOnd this month is adjusting technical stop on selected service to Milan and Zurich, as westbound flight operates via Abu Dhabi, instead of Dubai al Maktoum.

Planned operation as follows.

Male – Abu Dhabi – Milan Malpensa – Dubai al Maktoum – Male 09APR25 – 23APR25 2 weekly A319

B4080 MLE1200 – 1515AUH1610 – 2110MXP 319 36

B4081 MXP2210 – 0650+1DWC0745+1 – 1315+1MLE 319 36

Male – Abu Dhabi – Zurich – Dubai al Maktoum – Male 07APR25 – 21APR25 2 weekly A319

B4090 MLE0915 – 1230AUH1330 – 1830ZRH 319 15

B4091 ZRH1935 – 0420+1DWC0515+1 – 1045+1MLE 319 15

 Photo: Beond

SPECIAL LIVERY - American Airlines recognizes Medal of Honor recipients ahead of National Medal of Honor Museum opening

American Airlines proudly showcased its ongoing commitment to the recipients of the Medal of Honor with a mission to honor our nation's greatest heroes with the Valor Tour.

Ahead of the National Medal of Honor Museum’s opening, American Airlines recognized those who have received our nation’s highest award for military valor in combat with the Valor Tour on American’s Flagship Valor. Flagship Valor is an Airbus A321 aircraft with a special wrap that serves as a flying tribute to recipients of the Medal of Honor.

The Valor Tour flew six Medal of Honor recipients and special guests on a chartered flight from Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to two military bases — Fort Cavazos, Texas, and Joint Base Andrews in Maryland — before returning to DFW for the museum’s opening festivities.

While at the bases, recipients received a hero’s welcome, participated in a re-enlistment ceremony, spoke with active-duty service members, educated them on the values of the medal and promoted the museum’s official opening. The flight was a key moment in the days leading up to the museum’s grand opening, where distinguished guests participated in several activities throughout the week.

The Flagship Valor is not just an aircraft but a tribute to the nation’s heroes. On the eve of the groundbreaking for the National Medal of Honor Museum in 2022, American unveiled Flagship Valor as part of its deep commitment to supporting America’s service members.

 

Over the past three years, Flagship Valor has flown across the country raising awareness for the Medal of Honor and honoring those who have earned this distinguished award.

As the museum opens its doors today on National Medal of Honor Day, American proudly reaffirms its dedication to supporting the men and women who have served the country.

American Airlines

FLEET - Spirit Airlines entered into a binding term sheet with GA Telesis (US) for the sale of 23 A320/A321 ceo aircraft to GAT for an expected total purchase price of approximately US$519 million The aircraft are planned for delivery beginning in October 2024 through February 2025

        

Photos: Duncan Stewart

 

ROUTES - JETBLUE APRIL 2024 BOSTON – LONDON HEATHROW AIRCRAFT CHANGES

JetBlue Airways in early-April 2024 is adjusting operational aircraft on Boston – London Heathrow route on temporarily basis. Currently served by 138-seater Airbus A321neo LR, the airline will switch to 160-seater A321neo from 03APR24 to 09APR24 (BOS departure).

B61620 BOS1818 – 0630+1LHR 32S D

B61621 LHR0825 – 1059BOS 32S D

Photo: Duncan Stewart

 

FLEET - Beond receives second aircraft, an A321

The exclusively business class airline Beond has announced the lease and receipt of its second aircraft, an Airbus A321, to serve its customers to and from its hub in the Maldives.

Beond said the A321 is currently undergoing a reconfiguration to accommodate 68 passengers in fully flat premium seats. The aircraft will sport Beond's signature dark gray and copper livery.

Beond 

FLEET - Finnair buys six previously leased A321s

Finnair (AY, Helsinki Vantaa) has closed its purchase of six A321-200s that it was previously leasing from Singapore-based lessor BOC Aviation, spending “in excess of” EUR200 million euros (USD219 million) on the transaction, whose “positive impact on both profit before tax and cashflow” will exceed EUR20 million (USD2.19 million) per year over the coming years, the Finnish flag carrier said in a statement released on December 19.

It has been able to make the acquisition of the Airbus narrowbodies “thanks to the strengthened balance sheet and cash funds” that resulted from the rights issue it executed last month, which brought it funding amounting to around EUR558.2 million (USD611.5 million).

According to the ch-aviation fleets advanced module, Finnair now owns seven of its fifteen A321-200s amid an 80-strong fleet, 37 of which are owned.

The majority state-owned carrier said it had also managed to repay an additional tranche of EUR120 million (USD131.4 million) of its EUR600 million (USD657.2 million) pension premium loan in December in addition to a previously planned EUR100 million (USD109.5 million) instalment. Including interest, the payoff totalled about EUR230 million (USD252 million), leaving the remaining loan amount at EUR280 million (USD307 million), which is due to be repaid by the end of May 2025.

The airline pointed out that in connection with the rights issue announcement in October, it had “supplemented its financial targets, which were based on the assumption that, for example, the company’s cash-to-sales ratio would remain at 30% over time. As a result of the aircraft purchases and the loan repayment, the cash-to-sales ratio is close to but still exceeds the target of 30%.”

CH Aviation

Photo: Flyingphotos

ROUTES - JetBlue “Welkoms” Amsterdam Service with Flights from New York Starting Today

 Daily Nonstop Service from New York to Amsterdam Introduces the Airline’s Award-Winning Mint® and Core Product Offerings to its Third Transatlantic Market

To Celebrate Launch, Limited Roundtrip Fares Starting at $2,199 and €1,599 in Mint and $499 and €399 in Core Available

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- JetBlue (Nasdaq: JBLU) has expanded its presence to a third transatlantic destination with new, nonstop service between New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) taking off today. Service from Boston Logan International Airport (BOS) to Amsterdam will launch on September 20. Amsterdam follows the airline’s successful launch of London service in August 2021 and Paris this past June.

“JetBlue’s transatlantic service has proven to lower fares and benefit customers in markets that have suffered for decades from high fares by legacy carriers,” said Robin Hayes, chief executive officer, JetBlue. “We look forward to introducing our award-winning Mint and core service to business and leisure customers traveling to and from Amsterdam.”

“It is a pleasure to welcome JetBlue to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol and their contribution to Schiphol’s network,” said Ruud Sondag, president and CEO of Royal Schiphol Group. “Most importantly, with JetBlue deploying their new Airbus A321neo LR aircraft, they contribute to noise reduction and sustainability efforts.”

Schedule between New York (JFK) and Amsterdam (AMS)

Daily service starting August 29 (Eastbound) & August 30 (Westbound)

*all times local

JFK - AMS Flight #2288

AMS - JFK Flight #2289

10:00 p.m. – 11:35 a.m. (+1)

1:35 p.m. – 4:20 p.m.

Flights will operate daily on JetBlue’s Airbus A321 Long Range (LR) aircraft with 24 redesigned Mint Suite® seats, 114 core seats and the sleek and spacious Airspace cabin interior. The A321 – offering the range of a wide-body but with the economics of a single-aisle aircraft — will allow JetBlue to effectively disrupt the market with the airline’s award-winning service and low fares on flights between the U.S. and Amsterdam.

Boeken bij JetBlue | Book Better with JetBlue

To celebrate the launch of new service to Amsterdam, seats are on sale today with low fares for U.S.-originating travelers starting at $499 roundtrip for the airline’s award-winning core experience and starting at $2,199 for JetBlue’s premium Mint experience. Netherlands-originating travelers can enjoy special introductory roundtrip fares starting at €399 ($439) for core and €1,599 ($1756) for Mint available on jetblue.com (a).

Customers who book directly through jetblue.com are guaranteed to find our best and lowest fares, and enjoy additional benefits including access to all of JetBlue’s fare options, as well as fare sales and promotions, some of which may not be available through other third parties; the ability to earn 2x TrueBlue points and participate in Points Pooling; seamless seat selections and upgrades to Even More® Space; 24/7 direct access to JetBlue’s customer service channels; and more.

Welkom Schiphol | Welcome Schiphol

Located only 10 miles from Amsterdam, Schiphol Airport is one of the largest and most important airports in Europe with over 71 million passengers per year. JetBlue’s presence at Schiphol Airport gives the U.S.-based travel provider visibility at an iconic global hub to build a new base of travelers in the Netherlands and beyond.

JetBlue’s Service en Duurzaamheid | JetBlue’s Service and Commitment to Sustainability

JetBlue’s entrance into Amsterdam will introduce a new model of customer-focused, low-fare travel for leisure and business travelers. The airline is currently the sixth largest airline in the U.S. and is known for having the most legroom in coach (b), live television and on-demand entertainment on every seatback, free and fast Fly-Fi® broadband internet (c), complimentary snacks and soft drinks and great customer service.

JetBlue’s dedication to the communities it serves is exemplified by its industry-leading climate commitments. Aligned with the Paris Agreement, the airline’s science-based target aims to effectively cut aircraft emissions in half on a per-seat basis by 2035 from 2019 levels. The airline is working to achieve this through a combination of external partnerships and advocacy for industry advances in sustainability along with internal efforts to drive additional operational efficiencies. Through this strategy, JetBlue’s goal is to reach net zero carbon emissions by 2040, ten years ahead of broader industry targets.

JetBlue believes sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) is the most meaningful way the industry can significantly address its emissions and is proud to support the growing SAF market with three currently-producing SAF suppliers in the U.S., along with multiple partnerships and investments for future SAF and new SAF technologies. JetBlue has sourced additional SAF for the inaugural flight from Schiphol Airport today, which is provided by AirBP, as the airline continues to explore additional SAF opportunities in its European destinations and we all work together to build a more sustainable future of flight.


De JetBlue Ervaring | The JetBlue Experience

The airline’s Mint premium experience – which first raised the bar on transcontinental travel in the U.S. and was reimagined for transatlantic flying – offers customers a fresh choice when flying between the U.S. and Europe. JetBlue Mint features 24 fully lie-flat private suites with a sliding door – including two Mint Studio® seats – and a custom-designed seat cushion developed by innovative mattress company Tuft & Needle. Its proprietary T&N Adaptive® foam with a breathable cover creates a cool and comfortable sleep experience unlike anything in the sky. Mint also boasts countless intuitive design touches that help every customer feel at home in the air. JetBlue has also introduced its latest innovation – the stunning Mint Studio – offering even more space in a premium experience.

JetBlue’s industry-leading core experience was also reinvented for transatlantic flying and offers a new level of service to customers who generally fly “coach” but still want a great experience at an attractive fare. With just 114 core seats – including 24 Even More® Space Seats – customers enjoy a boutique-style experience no matter where they sit. All of the comforts JetBlue customers have come to expect are enhanced by the airline’s partnership with New York-based restaurant group Dig, to bring its signature build-your-own dining concept to tray tables at 35,000 feet – JetBlue’s complimentary meal in core. Core customers also enjoy a free selection of soft drinks, coffee, tea, beer, wine and liquor. The A321LR features new extra-large overhead bins, and all customers, regardless of fare type, may bring one carry-on, space permitting, and one personal item.


Customers in both core and Mint stay connected throughout the flight with unlimited, free high-speed wi-fi on every plane. Additionally, customers have access to a curated selection of live TV channels – focused on news and sports – and an extensive library of seatback entertainment, allowing customers to have a multiple screen experience onboard – just like they do at home.