Elix Aviation Capital has completed lease agreements with WestJet Encore for two Bombardier Q400 aircraft. With these agreements, Elix secures its first customer in Canada and fifth Q400 operator. “We are pleased with the opportunity provided by Elix Aviation Capital to continue our growth across Canada. The flexibility provided by this lease agreement supports our
Aegean, the largest Greek airline, has signed an MoU (Memorandum of Understanding) with Airbus for the purchase of 30 A320neo Family aircraft, an order comprising 20 A320neos and 10 A321neos. It is Aegean’s intention to further increase the size of its fleet of aircraft with the acquisition of a significant number of other A320neo Family
Lai Fu Trading Co. of Taipei has successfully remarked two A330-343s (MSN 1357 and 1378) and two A321-231s (MSN 6009 and 6294) of TransAsia Airways which are now operated by Avianca. This was in partnership with Alain F. Maestracci of FlyAirCapital LLC, who has over thirty years experience in aircraft leasing and trading, with worldwide
Safran and Vietjet Air have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) designed to bolster the strategic partnership between the two companies. The MoU encompasses several areas of collaboration related to Safran Aircraft Engines business in commercial engines, ranging from the development of VietJet Air’s business, via the future acquisition of airplanes, to fleet management services,
Hi Fly, a leading European Airline specialized in Wet Lease, will be welcoming soon into its fleet the brand new Airbus A330-900neo. The first of ten aircraft that will ultimately renew the entire Hi Fly A330 fleet in upcoming years will arrive in June 2019. The investment reflects the company’s intent to fly modern, efficient
Vietnam’s FLC Group has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Airbus for up to 24 A321neo aircraft for future operation by start-up carrier Bamboo Airways. Bamboo Airways is set to begin operations in 2019 with aircraft on lease from third party lessors before taking delivery of the aircraft covered by this latest MOU with
Boeing and Singapore Airlines announced the delivery of the first 787-10 airplane, the newest and largest member of the Dreamliner family and a jet that will set a new global standard for fuel efficiency. Like the other 787 Dreamliners, the 787-10 is designed with strong, lightweight composites, the most advanced systems, and comfortable cabin features.
All Nippon Airways (ANA) has placed an order with Boeing for two new 777 Freighters valued at US$678m according to list prices. While ANA is a major operator of the 777 passenger jet, it has grown its cargo operation with the medium-sized 767 Freighter. In adding the 777 Freighter ANA is expanding its cargo capabilities
Rolls-Royce’s demonstrator engine, featuring a new lean-burn and low-emissions combustion system for future jet engine programmes, has started icing tests. The ALECSys (Advanced Low Emissions Combustion System) demonstrator successfully started the tests in Manitoba, Canada, at temperatures of -20C, one month after its first ever test run in Derby. Technology from the system features in
Lion Air Group has taken delivery of the very first 737 MAX 9. The airplane will go into service with Thai Lion Air, where its added capacity will help the airline launch several international routes. The Lion Air Group is the launch customer for the MAX 9. They were also the first operator to put
