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C-130H Hercules Large AirTanker © Coulson Aviation

Coulson Aviation extends aerial firefighting support to South America

Coulson Aviation has been awarded a three-year firefighting contract with Chile’s Corporación Nacional Forestal (CONAF) for a C-130H Hercules Large AirTanker and a Citation 550 air attack lead plane with its partner BRYSA. “We are honoured to continue supporting Chile with our aircraft,” said Britton Coulson, President and COO, Coulson Aviation. “We have been successfully fighting fires

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Official announcement of the engine deal at the Dubai Airshow 2023 © Safran

Air Arabia places order for 240 LEAP-1A engines

Air Arabia, the Middle East low-cost carrier, has announced a significant milestone in its ongoing commitment to enhancing its fleet and operations. Following a ceremony attended by senior executives from CFM and Air Arabia during the Dubai Airshow 2023, the airline has announced an order for 240 CFM LEAP-1A engines to power its existing order

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Abelo and ATR have signed an agreement for 20 ATR aircraft

Turboprop lessor Abelo signs agreement to order 20 ATR aircraft

Abelo, a leading turboprop lessor, and regional aircraft manufacturer ATR, have signed a heads of agreement for a firm order of ten ATR 72-600s, along with options for an additional ten. This deal underscores Abelo’s continued commitment to embracing the latest in cutting-edge turboprop technology. Notably, in July 2022, Abelo placed an order for ten ATR 72-600s and confirmed a

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Airbus A350-900 aircraft in EGYPTAIR livery

EGYPTAIR and Airbus sign order for ten A350-900s

EGYPTAIR and Airbus have disclosed an order for ten new Airbus A350-900 aircraft at the 2023 Dubai Airshow. Once added to the fleet, the A350-900s will provide EGYPTAIR with 25% less fuel burn and, in turn, reduced emissions, while passengers enjoy the comfort of the Airbus AirSpace cabin, including a feeling of true spaciousness, wide

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SmartLynx Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft

Vmo Aircraft Leasing completes sale-and-leaseback of 737 MAX 8 aircraft

Vmo Aircraft Leasing (Vmo), a global full-service lessor, has announced the successful execution of a sale-and-leaseback transaction for one Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft with Latvia-based operator SmartLynx Airlines (SmartLynx). The aircraft was delivered to the airline in late October.  “This transaction establishes a new partnership with one of Europe’s leading ACMI operators,” commented Peter

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Boeing 737-8 in SunExpress livery © Boeing

SunExpress signs commitment for up to 90 Boeing 737 MAX jets 

SunExpress, a joint venture between Turkish Airlines and Lufthansa, has once more selected the Boeing 737 MAX to continue its robust growth. With a commitment to purchase up to 90 fuel-efficient single-aisle jets, announced at the Dubai Airshow, Türkiye’s leisure carrier will more than double its fleet into the next decade. The agreement includes 28 737-8 and

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P&W will provide maintenance services for airBaltic's GTF engines

airBaltic expands fleet with 30 additional A220-300 aircraft

airBaltic has solidified its position as the largest A220 customer in Europe by confirming an order for 30 more A220-300 aircraft. With this addition, the airline’s total firm orderbook now stands at 80 aircraft. Currently holding the title of the world’s largest A220-300 operator with a 44-strong fleet, airBaltic has been exclusively operating the Airbus

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ITA Airways has taken delivery of its first A321neo aircraft © Airbus

ITA Airways takes delivery of its first Airbus A321neo

ITA Airways has taken delivery of its first A321neo aircraft, on lease from Air Lease Corporation, from Airbus’ Hamburg production facilities. This latest addition further consolidates ITA Airways’ all-Airbus fleet strategy, which currently stands at 81 aircraft and includes latest-generation A220, A320neo, A330neo and A350 aircraft. ITA Airways’ A321neo,  which will serve the airline’s medium-haul

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