Take-off of Qantas' first A321XLR from Airbus Finkenwerder, Hamburg © Airbus

Qantas becomes Asia-Pacific launch operator for Airbus A321XLR

Qantas Airways (Qantas) has officially taken delivery of its first Airbus A321XLR, making it the Asia-Pacific launch operator of this latest-generation single-aisle aircraft. The delivery was completed at the Airbus assembly facility in Finkenwerder, Hamburg, with the aircraft flying to Sydney via a single crew rest stop in Bangkok, highlighting its impressive long-range capability. The […]

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FL Technics expands its European presence with the strategic acquisition of Czech MRO JOB AIR Technic © FL Technics

FL Technics acquires Czech MRO firm JOB AIR Technic

MRO & Production

FL Technics has announced a major expansion of its European footprint through the strategic acquisition of JOB AIR Technic a.s., a Czech MRO company. The deal, still subject to statutory approvals and closing conditions, includes a large-scale 17,000 m² maintenance facility located at Leoš Janáček Airport in Ostrava, Czech Republic. This move significantly enhances FL

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Air Vice Marshal (ret.) Simon Ellard (l), NETMA’s General Manager and Ralf Breiling, CEO of EUROJET (r) © EUROJET

Italy Orders 54 EJ200 engines for Eurofighter fleet upgrade

Military & Defense

EUROJET Turbo GmbH, the consortium responsible for the EJ200 engine that powers the Eurofighter Typhoon, has signed a new contract with the NATO Eurofighter & Tornado Management Agency (NETMA) to supply up to 54 EJ200 engines to the Italian Air Force. The order supports Italy’s replacement of its Eurofighter Tranche I aircraft and follows closely

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Air Hong Kong enters a new era as an all-Airbus A330F freighter airline © Air Hong Kong

Air Hong Kong completes fleet modernisation with transition to all-A330 Freighter operation

Aircraft & Engines

Air Hong Kong (AHK), Hong Kong’s first dedicated all-cargo airline and a member of the Cathay Group, has marked a major milestone with the successful completion of its seven-year re-fleeting programme. In collaboration with its key customer, DHL Express, the airline has now fully transitioned to an all-Airbus A330 freighter fleet, retiring its final A300-600F

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IAT acquires nine-aircraft portfolio from Zephyrus Aviation Capital

Aircraft & Engines

IAT Leasing Limited (IAT) has acquired a portfolio comprising nine narrow-body aircraft from Zephyrus Aviation Capital. The portfolio includes a mix of Boeing and Airbus models and is currently leased to eight airline operators based across North America, Europe and Asia. This strategic acquisition was made on behalf of funds managed by Blue Owl Capital

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AIP Capital and Monroe Capital to launch US$1 billion aircraft leasing venture

AIP Capital and Monroe Capital launch aircraft leasing venture

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AIP Capital (AIP), a global investment manager specialising in asset-based finance, has announced a strategic partnership with Monroe Capital LLC to acquire a diversified aircraft leasing portfolio worth up to US$1 billion. The portfolio will consist of mid-life commercial aircraft placed on long-term leases with airlines worldwide. Under the agreement, Monroe Capital will provide the

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Yogesh Farswani named Head of OEM Strategy and Procurement at BOC Aviation

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BOC Aviation has announced that Yogesh Farswani will be appointed as Head of OEM Strategy and Procurement, effective from July 1, 2025. In this expanded role, Farswani will oversee the procurement department, assuming responsibility for both aircraft and engine procurement, as well as broader OEM engagement activities. He will continue to report directly to the

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Qantas becomes Asia-Pacific launch operator for Airbus A321XLR

FL Technics acquires Czech MRO firm JOB AIR Technic

Italy Orders 54 EJ200 engines for Eurofighter fleet upgrade

Air Hong Kong completes fleet modernisation with transition to all-A330 Freighter operation

IAT acquires nine-aircraft portfolio from Zephyrus Aviation Capital

AIP Capital and Monroe Capital launch aircraft leasing venture

Yogesh Farswani named Head of OEM Strategy and Procurement at BOC Aviation

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30 June 2025

Qantas becomes Asia-Pacific launch operator for Airbus A321XLR

FL Technics acquires Czech MRO firm JOB AIR Technic

Italy Orders 54 EJ200 engines for Eurofighter fleet upgrade

Air Hong Kong completes fleet modernisation with transition to all-A330 Freighter operation

IAT acquires nine-aircraft portfolio from Zephyrus Aviation Capital

AIP Capital and Monroe Capital launch aircraft leasing venture

Yogesh Farswani named Head of OEM Strategy and Procurement at BOC Aviation

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