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Biz Bahrain
a day ago
- Business
- Biz Bahrain
Gulf Air and CFM strengthen LEAP-1A Engine Support for A320neo Fleet
In a sign of a long-standing and trusted collaboration, Gulf Air and CFM International have extended the airline's long-term CFM LEAP-1A Services for A320neo family aircraft. Signed during Paris Airshow 2025, held from 16 to 22 June 2025, this strategic extension, along with the purchase of additional spare engines, forms a strong and reliable foundation for comprehensive engine support, enhancing fleet reliability and operational continuity. Being the Kingdom of Bahrain's national carrier, Gulf Air operates one of the region's most modern and efficient fleets, which includes 29 LEAP-1A-powered A320neo family aircraft, continued collaboration with CFM is key to operational excellence; and a renewed affirmation of CFM's support and technical expertise. 'We are delighted to strengthen our partnership with CFM, who have been a key partner of our growth since our first CFM engine operations in the 1990s', said Dr. Jeffrey Goh, Chief Executive Officer of Gulf Air Group. 'This agreement will enable us to secure MRO capacity for our fleet and maintain our growth.' 'It's an honor to further expand our relationship with Gulf Air, a long-standing member of the CFM family', said Gaël Meheust, President and CEO of CFM International. 'This agreement commits us to provide Gulf Air with the best CFM standards in terms of support, reliability, and utilization for its LEAP fleet.'
Zawya
a day ago
- Business
- Zawya
Gulf Air renews CFM engine support deal for A320neo fleet
In a sign of a long-standing and trusted collaboration, Bahrain's national carrier Gulf Air and CFM International, a Franco-American aircraft engine manufacturer, have extended the airline's long-term CFM LEAP-1A Services for A320neo family aircraft. Signed during the Paris Airshow 2025 which runs until June 22, this strategic extension, along with the purchase of additional spare engines, forms a strong and reliable foundation for comprehensive engine support, enhancing fleet reliability and operational continuity. Being the kingdom's flagcarrier, Gulf Air said it operates one of the region's most modern and efficient fleets, which includes 29 LEAP-1A-powered A320neo family aircraft. And this continued collaboration with CFM is key to operational excellence; and a renewed affirmation of CFM's support and technical expertise, it stated. On the strategic partnership, Gulf Air Group CEO Dr Jeffrey Goh said: "We are delighted to strengthen our partnership with CFM, who have been a key partner of our growth since our first CFM engine operations in the 1990s." "This agreement will enable us to secure MRO capacity for our fleet and maintain our growth," he stated. "It's an honour to further expand our relationship with Gulf Air, a long-standing member of the CFM family," said Gaël Meheust, President and CEO of CFM International. "This agreement commits us to provide Gulf Air with the best CFM standards in terms of support, reliability, and utilization for its LEAP fleet," he added. Gulf Air has been operating since 1950, making it one of the earliest airlines established in the Middle East. The airline operates scheduled flights from its hub at Bahrain International Airport to various destinations across Europe, the Middle East, Africa, Asia, and the Far East. Gulf Air is recognized as a "Five-Star Major Airline" by APEX, based on verified traveler reviews, and has been awarded this prestigious status for the year 2025. The airline was also named "World's Most Improved Airline" in 2022 by Skytrax.
Zawya
2 days ago
- Business
- Zawya
Gulf Air and CFM strengthen LEAP-1A Engine Support for A320neo Fleet
Muharraq, Bahrain: In a sign of a long-standing and trusted collaboration, Gulf Air and CFM International have extended the airline's long-term CFM LEAP-1A Services for A320neo family aircraft. Signed during Paris Airshow 2025, held from 16 to 22 June 2025, this strategic extension, along with the purchase of additional spare engines, forms a strong and reliable foundation for comprehensive engine support, enhancing fleet reliability and operational continuity. Being the Kingdom of Bahrain's national carrier, Gulf Air operates one of the region's most modern and efficient fleets, which includes 29 LEAP-1A-powered A320neo family aircraft, continued collaboration with CFM is key to operational excellence; and a renewed affirmation of CFM's support and technical expertise. 'We are delighted to strengthen our partnership with CFM, who have been a key partner of our growth since our first CFM engine operations in the 1990s', said Dr. Jeffrey Goh, Chief Executive Officer of Gulf Air Group. 'This agreement will enable us to secure MRO capacity for our fleet and maintain our growth.' 'It's an honor to further expand our relationship with Gulf Air, a long-standing member of the CFM family', said Gaël Meheust, President and CEO of CFM International. 'This agreement commits us to provide Gulf Air with the best CFM standards in terms of support, reliability, and utilization for its LEAP fleet.' Gulf Air: A Tradition of Excellence Gulf Air, the national carrier of the Kingdom of Bahrain, has been operating since 1950, making it one of the earliest airlines established in the Middle East. The airline operates scheduled flights from its hub at Bahrain International Airport to various destinations across Europe, the Middle East, Africa, Asia, and the Far East. Gulf Air is recognized as a "Five-Star Major Airline" by APEX, based on verified traveler reviews, and has been awarded this prestigious status for the year 2025. The airline was also named "World's Most Improved Airline" in 2022 by Skytrax.
Web Release
2 days ago
- Business
- Web Release
Turkish Airlines Expands Simulator Orders with HAVELSAN
In line with its ongoing efforts to further strengthen its pilot training infrastructure, Turkish Airlines has placed an additional order for one Boeing 737 MAX Full Flight Simulator (FFS) from HAVELSAN to be delivered in January 2026. This new order, placed as part of the long-standing cooperation with HAVELSAN, demonstrates the national flag carrier's commitment to expanding its simulator fleet and enhancing its technological capabilities. This additional order stands as a concrete testament to Turkish Airlines' confidence in HAVELSAN and in domestically developed advanced technologies. Commenting on the new order, Turkish Airlines Chairman of the Board and the Executive Committee, Prof Ahmet Bolat, stated: 'This additional order reinforces our strategic collaboration with HAVELSAN, reflecting our ongoing commitment to providing world-class pilot training. By expanding our simulators with advanced and reliable technology, we ensure our pilots continue to deliver the exceptional safety and service standards that Turkish Airlines is renowned for.' HAVELSAN CEO Dr Mehmet Akif Nacar added: 'We are pleased to strengthen our partnership once again with Turkish Airlines through a new agreement for a third B737 MAX Full Flight Simulator. This continued trust from one of the world's leading airlines is a strong affirmation of our capabilities and commitment to excellence.' Under the agreement signed with HAVELSAN in 2018, Turkish Airlines originally planned to procure a total of eleven training devices consisting of three A320neo/ceo, two B737 MAX Full Flight Simulators (FFS) and six Flight Training Devices (FTD). As of today, Turkish Airlines successfully operates two B737 MAX, two A320neo/ceo simulators and one B737NG, which is the first procured simulator, produced by HAVELSAN, all certified to EASA Level D standards. In addition, the delivery of the last A320neo/ceo simulator as part of the previous agreement is scheduled in November 2025. The new order of B737 MAX FFS will be the seventh Full Flight Simulator in airline's fleet. Turkish Airlines remains committed to providing its pilots with top-level training opportunities through an advanced simulation infrastructure fully compliant with international civil aviation standards.
Business Wire
2 days ago
- Business
- Business Wire
Avolon Agrees to Lease 10 Airbus A321neos
PARIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Avolon, a leading global aviation finance company, has agreed to lease 10 Airbus A321neos to AJet, the low-cost carrier subsidiary of Turkish Airlines, the national flag carrier airline of Türkiye. The agreement was marked by a ceremony at the Paris Air Show, and the new aircraft are scheduled to be delivered in 2027. The aircraft will support AJet's fleet renewal and network expansion strategy. AJet currently operates 92 aircraft flying to 100 destinations in Türkiye, the Middle East, Europe, North Africa and CIS. Avolon has 140 A320neo family aircraft in its delivered fleet, and 294 A320neo family aircraft in its orderbook. These aircraft deliver 20% lower fuel burn, CO2 emissions and 50% noise reduction compared to previous-generation Airbus A320 aircraft. Andy Cronin, Avolon CEO, commented: 'We are delighted to further strengthen our partnership with Turkish Airlines and support AJet's continued growth. Our large A320neo family orderbook is in high demand from airlines who are looking to expand their route networks and renew their fleet with new technology aircraft. This positions us as a preferred partner for airlines and, coupled with our scale and balance sheet strength, will drive sustained growth for the business well into the next decade.' Prof Ahmet Bolat, Turkish Airlines Chairman of the Board and the Executive Committee, commented: 'We are pleased to expand our partnership with Avolon through this latest agreement. The addition of these next-generation A321neo aircraft will support AJet's growth strategy while contributing to our sustainability goals with improved fuel efficiency and lower emissions. We look forward to continuing our cooperation as we expand AJet's network and enhance its fleet.' About Avolon Avolon is a leading global aviation finance company connecting capital with customers to drive the transformation of aviation and the economic and social benefits of global travel. We pride ourselves on our deep customer relationships, our collaborative team approach, and our fast execution. We invest with a long-term perspective, diversifying risk and managing capital efficiently to maintain our strong balance sheet. Working with 141 airlines in 60 countries, Avolon has an owned, managed, and committed fleet of 1,096 aircraft, as of 31 March 2025. About Turkish Airlines Established in 1933 with a fleet of five aircraft, Star Alliance member Turkish Airlines has a fleet of 485 (passenger and cargo) aircraft flying to 353 worldwide destinations as 300 international and 53 domestics in 131 countries. More information about Turkish Airlines can be found on its official website or its social media accounts on Facebook, X, YouTube, LinkedIn and Instagram. About AJet AJet is a Turkish Airlines brand established with an innovative approach to elevate the standards of affordable travel in low-cost air transportation by offering a high quality of service. Our brand promises a safe and comfortable flight experience to our guests with a fleet of young and eco-friendly aircraft, featuring a simple and spacious design. Additionally, as a digital airline, we plan to offer a time-saving service through user-friendly applications and a reservation system that allows our guests to complete their pre-flight procedures quickly and easily. For more information and the latest updates about AJet, you can visit or follow us on our social media accounts on Facebook, X, YouTube, LinkedIn and Instagram.
