3 July 2025

Rendering of flydubai's new maintenance centre at Dubai South © flydubai

flydubai breaks ground on state-of-the-art maintenance centre at Dubai South

flydubai has officially commenced construction on its new, purpose-built aircraft maintenance centre at Dubai South, signalling a major step forward in its operational independence and fleet support capabilities. The multimillion-dollar facility is scheduled for completion in the final quarter of 2026 and is designed to offer the carrier greater control over maintenance operations and reduce […]

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Movable class dividers © J&C Aero

J&C Aero provides movable class dividers for 110 SAS aircraft

J&C Aero, an EASA-certified international cabin interior specialist, has announced a new partnership with Scandinavian Airlines (SAS) to supply its advanced movable class dividers (MCDs) across the airline’s Airbus A320 and Embraer E1 fleets, totalling 110 aircraft. This initiative supports SAS’s strategic reintroduction of its European Business Class, which is set to launch on October

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Sanad and AerCap Materials finalise major aircraft component deal

Sanad has finalised one of the largest engine and airframe component sales to date with AerCap Materials, the materials business of AerCap. AerCap signed the landmark agreement with Sanad during the IATA Annual General Meeting in Delhi, a premier global gathering of airline industry leaders. Valued at over AED 400 million (US$110 million), the transaction

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Pegasus Airlines A321neo © AirTeamImages

ABL Aviation delivers Airbus A321neo to Pegasus Airlines

ABL Aviation, a global independent aircraft investment management firm, has successfully delivered a CFM LEAP-1A32-powered Airbus A321-251NX to Pegasus Airlines, reinforcing its dedication to supplying next-generation, environmentally conscious aircraft to leading carriers. The aircraft, bearing manufacturer serial number (MSN) 12468, is powered by advanced CFM International engines (RCL59D136 and 1RCL59D139), which are designed to improve

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Chris Keene, Managing Director of Ishka will lead the newly combined business

AFG and Ishka merge to create global aviation finance intelligence powerhouse

Airfinance Global (AFG) has announced its divestment and merger with Ishka in a significant transaction backed by Foundation Investment Partners. The move unites two highly respected names in aviation finance intelligence, marking a strategic step towards creating a global leader in next-generation data, analytics and market insight for the industry. With a legacy spanning more

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