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Japan’s ANA orders 15 new aircraft from Embraer
ANA Holdings Inc recently ordered 15 E190-E2 aircraft from Brazilian aviation manufacturer Embraer, with options for an additional five aircraft. The selection of the E190-E2 is part of the airline’s ongoing fleet renewal plan. The economics and efficiency of the aircraft will enable ANA to enhance nationwide connectivity while providing improved space and comfort for passengers. Deliveries of the E190-E2 aircraft to ANA are expected to commence in 2028. According to Embraer Commercial Aviation’s chief operating officer Martyn Holmes: “We are honoured that Embraer’s E190-E2 small narrowbody aircraft will join ANA’s fleet and we look forward to the delivery of the first aircraft in 2028. Holmes added that the E190-E2 is the quietest and most fuel-efficient aircraft available, whose size perfectly complements ANA’s fleet of larger narrowbodies. Also, the E2’s cabin will appeal to ANA’s passengers as it offers outstanding comfort and space with no middle seats. A welcome addition to the fleet Embraer E-Jets have been operating in Japan since 2009 and are supported by Embraer personnel in the country. ANA’s E190-E2 will be the first of the next generation E-Jets to operate in Japan. The aircraft’s state-of-the-art interior features a spacious, quiet cabin and Embraer’s signature two by two seating. In addition, the larger windows add to the feeling of light and space, while individual Passenger Service Units (air vent, reading light) add personalized comfort. Ensuring every passenger enjoys more personal space, plus more room for their carry-on bags.
IndiGo to use ‘widebody aircraft’ on Delhi- Bangkok Route from 1st March
IndiGo as part of its internationalisation strategy, will commence operations with its recently inducted wide body aircraft on the Delhi- Bangkok route. In view of the growing demand for air travel, the induction of a temporarily leased Boeing B787- 9 wide body aircraft from Norse Atlantic comes ahead of IndiGo’s delivery of XLRs in FY2026 and A350s in 2027. Taking the promise of 'India by IndiGo' further, the airline is proud to partner with iconic Indian brands, bringing the best of India to the world. This flight will feature IndiGoStretch and customers can enjoy specially curated meals by Oberoi Catering Services' expert chefs, paired with exclusively designed beverages by Sula Vineyards, India's homegrown brand. This collaboration marks the beginning of IndiGo’s journey to take forth India's diverse and innovative brands to a global audience. Announcing the development, Pieter Elbers, CEO, IndiGo says: “As India's aviation sector undergoes rapid transformation to keep pace with unprecedented growth in demand for travel, IndiGo is well-positioned to lead this expansion. The early induction of our wide body aircraft marks a significant milestone in our journey. Starting between Delhi and Bangkok, we intend to shift to Europe from mid-Summer. We are thrilled to introduce the comfort of IndiGoStretch on our regional international route, after the positive and encouraging feedback domestically. Our roots and fundamentals are Indian but increasingly, the world is where we operate. As a proud Indian brand IndiGo believes in great Indian brands supporting each other in going global. In line with our promise of India by IndiGo, we are committed to partner with the best-in-class Indian brands such as the Oberoi Catering Services, Sula and others for extending premium services to IndiGoStretch customers.” Earlier this year, IndiGo entered into damp lease agreement with Norse Atlantic Airways for a Boeing 787-9 aircraft. IndiGo will continue exploring opportunities to contract additional aircraft. The wide body aircraft boasts a spacious double-aisle design, featuring 56 IndiGoStretch seats in a comfortable 2x3x2 configuration, with an impressive 43-inch seat pitch. The economy class offers 282 seats in a 3x3x3 configuration, providing a generous 31-inch seat pitch for a relaxed travel experience. In mid-November 2024, IndiGo launched a tailor-made business class product called IndiGoStretch on India’s busiest and business routes. On the Delhi-Bangkok route, IndiGoStretch’s customers can enjoy complimentary benefits like priority check-in, anytime boarding, advance seat selection, and zero convenience fee. They will also get additional baggage allowance starting from 30 kgs in check-in and one bag weighing up to 12 kgs in the cabin. Starting today, these flights will be available for bookings on IndiGo’s direct channels as well as aggregator websites. *Schedule: Starting March 1st, 2025 Flight Number Frequency Origin Destination Departure Time (LT) Arrival Time (LT) 6E 1053 Daily Delhi Bangkok 10:00 15:45 6E 1054 Daily Bangkok Delhi 17:45 20:55 *Subject to regulatory approval
Satys’ aircraft painting facility opens in Dubai South
Mohammed Bin Rashid Aerospace Hub (MBRAH) officially inaugurated a new state-of-the-art facility for French aviation manufacturer Satys at Dubai South. The opening ceremony was attended by Dubai Aviation City Corporation and Dubai South executive chairman HE Khalifa Al Zaffin; MBRAH CEO Tahnoon Saif; Satys Group CEO Christophe Cador, as well as other senior officials. The new facility will provide finishing and painting services for business aviation jets and commercial aircraft, including the Airbus A321 and Boeing 737. The state-of-the-art hangar, is scheduled to be operational by Q2 2025. Saif said of the new facility: “The opening of Saty’s facility is an added-value to the services our partners provide at MBR Aerospace Hub and reflects our commitment to attracting leading global companies to the hub. At Dubai South, our mandate is to position Dubai as a global aviation leader, in line with the vision of our wise leadership. We are dedicated to supporting companies in establishing their presence and benefit from our integrated ecosystem.” Cador added: “We are excited to open our new hangar at Dubai South, marking a significant milestone in our global expansion. This state-of-the-art facility will enable us to deliver faster, high-quality services for both VIP and commercial aircrafts. Dubai’s strategic location is key to our growth in the Middle East and Asia, and we’re proud to be a trailblazer in bringing innovative aircraft painting solutions to the region.” Two stalwarts working in tandem Founded in 1986 in Blagnac, France, under the name STTS, Satys operates in 12 countries across Europe, North America, the Middle East, Asia, and Africa, with a total of 50 sites worldwide. The group is renowned for its expertise in aircraft painting, sealing, and manufacturing interiors for both the aerospace and rail sectors. With a global workforce of over 2,500 employees, Satys continues to lead the industry, boasting numerous certifications and maintaining a strong focus on quality, safety, and operational excellence. MBRAH, on the other hand, offers global aerospace players high-level connectivity and is a free-zone destination for the world’s leading airlines, private jet companies, MROs, and associated industries. Located in and developed by Dubai South, MBRAH is also home to maintenance centers, training and education campuses. It seeks to strengthen engineering industries to foster the Emirate’s vision of becoming a leading aviation hub.
Tajikistan’s Somon Air signs for two Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft
Somon Air, Tajikistan’s largest airline, has signed an agreement for the purchase of two Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft from DAE Capital, an aircraft leasing and management specialist from the United Arab Emirates. These planes may join Somon Air’s fleet by 2026, augmenting the airline’s current fleet which consists of four Boeing 737-800 and two 737-900ER aircraft. The deal for the purchase of the two new aircraft was signed in Somon Air’s offices in Taijikistan’s capital Dushanbe by airline chief executive Abdulkosim Valiev and David Houlihan, president of DAE Capital. A timely decision Somon Air has been considering the purchase of two Boeing 737 MAX aircraft as a replacement for its older 787-800s. Prior to this most recent development, Somon Air mulled between Airbus and Embraer models before opting to go with Boeing via DAE Capital. Valiev said: “The signing of this agreement is part of our long-term strategy to modernize the fleet and improve the quality of service. Boeing 737 MAX-8 aircraft are distinguished by high fuel efficiency, increased flight range, and improved operational characteristics, which will allow the airline to further improve the level of comfort and safety for passengers. The new Boeing 737 MAX-8 will allow us to expand our route network, increase operational efficiency, and offer our passengers modern conditions for comfortable flights, as well as increase the frequency of flights.”
Japan Airlines takes the world’s first aircraft with large-scale riblet coating to the skies
Japan Airlines Co, Ltd, in partnership with the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA), and O-Well Corporation, has applied riblet-shaped coating to the majority of the fuselage of one of its Boeing 787-9 aircraft. Applied onto aircraft JA868J, this marks the first time in the global aviation industry that the riblet coating has been used anywhere in the world. The aircraft will also be the first finished with such a coating to be used on international routes. The riblet coating aircraft was taken up for its inaugural flight earlier this month. Innovation towards decarbonisation As JAL, JAXA, and O-Well are all promoting the decarbonisation of the global aviation sector, their joined teams applied the riblet coating to the aircraft's exterior using the Paint-to-Paint Method, a technology continuously improved by O-Well and JAXA, and have been validating its durability and fuel efficiency improvement effects. The teams have been testing the durability of the riblet coating on JAL's domestic Boeing aircraft since July 2022. Since November 2023, they have confirmed the fuel efficiency improvement effects by applying the coating to a large area of the fuselage bottom. The Paint-to-Paint Method, which applies riblet shapes directly to the paint film, is expected to reduce weight and improve durability compared to riblet processing using decals or films. This time, wind tunnel tests and numerical analyses by JAXA confirmed the drag reduction effect on international aircraft, and the development of a riblet coating system by O-Well that can accommodate larger aircraft has enabled the expansion of the application area to the upper fuselage of international aircraft. Long-haul flights on international routes are expected to yield further fuel efficiency improvements. In the aircraft with the newly applied coating, the drag reduction rate during cruising is 0.24 percent, which is expected to result in an annual reduction of approximately 119 tonnes of fuel consumption and about 381 tons of CO2 emissions. This is equivalent to the annual CO2 absorption of approximately 27,000 cedar trees.
Akasa Air welcomes its 27th aircraft in India
Akasa Air, India’s fastest-growing airline received delivery of its 27th aircraft, continuing its unprecedented expansion trajectory. The first leg of the delivery flight commenced from Seattle, USA, to Keflavik, Iceland, and concluded with the final leg from Larnaca, Cyprus, to Bengaluru, India. Bearing registration number VT-YBD, the Boeing 737 MAX aircraft arrived at Kempegowda International Airport in Bengaluru on 29 January 2025. Commenting on the occasion, Vinay Dube, Founder and CEO, Akasa Air said: “At Akasa, our vision is to build an airline that transcends generations, while offering an experience that is rooted in trust, comfort, and reliability. Every addition to our fleet further cements our path to becoming one of the top 30 airlines by the turn of this decade and strengthens our ability to connect people, places and cultures across India and beyond. We are delighted to welcome our 27th aircraft within a span of 30 months of commencing operations. Akasa’s unmatched growth exemplifies the potential that India holds as an aviation market, and we are excited at the prospect of becoming the airline that supports the nation to soar ever higher in the skies.” With a steadfast focus on growth, service excellence, and employee centricity, Akasa Air is dedicated to transforming the aviation landscape by making air travel increasingly accessible for a larger number of Indians through reliable operations and category redefining offerings at affordable fares. Akasa is home to a diverse workforce of over 4000 employees. As it expands, it remains committed to creating some of the industry’s most exciting career growth opportunities for pilots, cabin crew, engineers, and other aviation professionals, fostering a strong and sustainable future for all. Akasa Air has registered unmatched growth since its inception in August 2022. In 2021, Akasa Air placed its initial order of 72 Boeing 737 MAX aircraft, which was followed by an order of four Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft in June 2023. In January 2024, the airline placed another landmark order of 150 Boeing 737 MAX aircraft, becoming the first Indian airline to reach an order book of 226 aircraft within 17 months of commencing operations. The airline has now taken delivery of 27 aircraft and is on track to receive deliveries of another 199 aircraft over the next seven years. Moreover, the 737 MAX family provides greater range and fuel efficiency, reducing fuel use and carbon emissions by 20% compared to those it replaces, reinforcing the airline’s commitment to sustainability. In addition, the 737 MAX is a quieter airplane with a 40% smaller noise footprint than replacement airplanes. Akasa Air’s consistent on-time leadership, operational efficiencies and extremely positive customer feedback have made it a preferred carrier in India, serving over 15 million passengers since its launch in August 2022. Akasa Air currently connects with 22 domestic and five international cities, namely Mumbai, Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Chennai, Kochi, Delhi, Guwahati, Agartala, Pune, Lucknow, Goa, Hyderabad, Varanasi, Bagdogra, Bhubaneswar, Kolkata, Port Blair, Ayodhya, Gwalior, Srinagar, Prayagraj, Gorakhpur, Doha (Qatar), Jeddah, Riyadh (Kingdom of Saudi Arabia), Abu Dhabi (UAE) and Kuwait City (Kuwait).
AirAsia announces plan to establish an aircraft maintenance facility in the Philippines
The Philippine Department of Finance announced that AirAsia plans to establish a maintenance, repair, and operations (MRO) facility in the country. Finance secretary Ralph G Recto recently met with Capital A chief executive and AirAsia founder Tony Fernandes to discuss the matter whilst both were at the recently-concluded World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland. Should AirAsia push through with its plan, the upcoming MRO facility is expected to create more jobs and position the Philippines as a regional hub for aviation services. What’s in it for AirAsia? On the other hand, putting such a facility in the Philippines would enable AirAsia to meet its need for better aircraft availability. This is a considerable advantage, given the aftermath of the global aviation supply chain issue which led to a lack of spare parts and insubstantial maintenance. Through AirAsia’s proposed MRO hub, the potential of flight cancellation or suspension due to aircraft issues may be significantly reduced.
Photo Story: India’s first Emirates’ Airbus A350 aircraft touches down in Mumbai
Mumbai Airport proudly welcomed India’s first Emirates Airbus A350 on Republic Day, marking a significant milestone. The airline's newest aircraft, featuring several industry-first technologies, will operate daily on the Mumbai-Dubai route, elevating passenger experience to newer heights.
Riyadh Air technical spare aircraft Boeing 787-9 set for arrival
In a hugely positive move, Riyadh Air is preparing for the arrival of its first Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner. The leased aircraft, painted in the airline’s resplendent pearl livery and set to be used as a technical spare and for training purposes, will be unveiled at the airline’s home airport at Riyadh’s King Khalid International Airport. With the airline’s highly anticipated cabin interiors set to be revealed soon, this aircraft will not feature the new cabin but does have a high-specification interior to meet guests' expectations when flying with a world-class modern airline. This aircraft is separate from the original Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner aircraft order of 72 aircraft and will be utilized over the coming months for training purposes. It will continue the process of Air Operator Certificate (AOC) with the General Authority of Civil Aviation before operating as Riyadh Air’s technical spare to allow operations to commence later in 2025. The opportunity to lease this plane demonstrates the innovative nature of Riyadh Air to create solutions and start serving the people of Riyadh and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in 2025.
Cebu Pacific secures sustainability-linked loan to purchase A321NEO aircraft
Philippine low-cost carrier Cebu Pacific formally closed a sustainability-linked Japanese Operating Lease with Call Option (JOLCO) for its new Airbus A321NEO, marking its first-ever sustainable aircraft financing. The LCC is the first airline in Southeast Asia to get approval for a sustainability-linked loan (SLL). According to Cebu Pacific chief financial officer Mark Cezar: "Cebu Pacific’s first sustainability-linked aircraft financing is a milestone in our decarbonisation journey, as the transaction supports the core element of our programme - the modernisation of our fleet towards more advanced and fuel-efficient aircraft. With this deal, we want to emphasize that access to financing for sustainability initiatives is available and that Cebu Pacific is taking full advantage of such opportunities in our pursuit of being the decarbonisation leader in the region." A great partner Crédit Agricole CIB acted as the sole sustainability adviser, JOLCO arranger, and mandated lead arranger for the loan. The bank’s leading expertise on both aviation and sustainable finance placed it in a favourable position to become Cebu Pacific’s partner of choice for its first-ever SLL. Bertrand Rovetto, head of Crédit Agricole CIB’s aviation group in the Asia Pacific, remarked: “We are delighted to have been selected by Cebu Pacific to structure their first sustainability-linked aircraft financing. Crédit Agricole CIB is a pioneer in sustainable finance and as we are committed to supporting our clients in their decarbonisation efforts, we have built-in a financial incentive mechanism rewarding the airline’s progress towards their net zero ambition. We hope this is the first of many more sustainability-linked centered collaborations with Cebu Pacific.” Most notably, Crédit Agricole CIB was hailed Most Sustainable Aviation Bank twice in a row in 2023 and 2024, and APAC Bank of the Year of 2024 by Airline Economics. How does it work? Under the SLL structure designed by Crédit Agricole CIB, Cebu Pacific has set targets aiming at reducing the carbon emission intensity of its aircraft fleet notably through its modernisation towards more advanced and fuel-efficient aircraft, which, if met, will provide financial incentives to the airline. Delivered to the airline last 24th December, the brand new Airbus A321NEO, with improved fuel-efficiency compared to previous generations, will contribute to Cebu Pacific’s carbon emission intensity reduction objectives as the airline progresses towards transitioning to an all-NEO fleet by 2028.
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Return To Home5th Civil Aviation South East Asia Summit 2022
The aviation industry in Southeast Asia has recorded significant growth over the past few years. The total seat capacity of Southeast Asia airlines experienced double-digit growth in the four-year period of 2009-2013. It has established itself as one of the world’s fastest growing aviation markets – and has huge potential for more rapid growth. Nearly all of the 10 countries that comprise ASEAN have robust economies and expanding middle classes, resulting in a favorable environment for airlines.