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Arkia delays Tokyo launch over wet-lease permit

Arkia Israeli Airlines has postponed the launch of its planned Tokyo service because of a wet-lease permit issue. The delay puts the start of the route on hold; the available report does not specify a revised launch date or further details about the permit.

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Thailand’s Ezy Airlines targets its first ATR for mid-2027

Thailand’s Ezy Airlines is targeting mid-2027 to introduce its first ATR aircraft. The available report does not specify the aircraft variant, acquisition terms or planned routes, leaving the timing as the key disclosed detail.

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Sichuan Airlines lists six A320-200s for $92.6 million

China's Sichuan Airlines has put six Airbus A320-200s up for sale at a combined asking price of $92.6 million. The listing signals a fleet-disposal opportunity, though the available report provides no details on the aircraft's age, sale terms or the airline's plans for replacement capacity.

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Korean Air deregisters its final Boeing 777-200ER

Korean Air has deregistered its last 777-200ER, closing out the type’s presence on the carrier’s aircraft register. The available report does not specify the aircraft’s disposition or the timing and operational implications, but the move marks a fleet milestone for the airline.

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Poland’s PGL plans cargo airline independent of LOT

Polish Aviation Group plans to enter the all-cargo market with a new airline that would operate independently of LOT, its airline subsidiary. The venture is part of a broader strategy to increase cooperation among the group’s Polish aviation interests, while PGL’s chief executive has cited expected returns as a rationale.

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Poland’s PGL plans all-cargo operation

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Abra keeps IPO plan on hold as market volatility clouds timing

Abra chief executive Adrian Neuhauser says the Latin American airline group remains ready to pursue an initial public offering, but continued market volatility makes the timing unsuitable. The company continues to target a listing, with no timetable specified.

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Sky Alps Europe takes delivery of its first DHC-8-Q400

Slovakia’s Sky Alps Europe has taken its first DHC-8-Q400, marking the start of the carrier’s entry into service with the turboprop. The available report provides no details on the aircraft’s configuration, planned routes or delivery timeline beyond this initial acquisition.