Airlines

Malaysia’s newest budget airline ready to take off

After receiving its air operators certificate (AOC) from the Malaysian Civil Aviation Authority last week, a new low-cost carrier is anticipated to launch operations soon.

After receiving its air operators certificate (AOC) from the Malaysian Civil Aviation Authority last week, a new low-cost carrier is anticipated to launch operations soon. MYAirline is in the final stages of planning and hopes to start flying in the last quarter of 2022.

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The CEO of the airline announced that it would start offering domestic flight services with three Airbus A320-200 aircraft. According to him, the concept for MYAirline was born when the company decided to enter the low-cost flying market due to the demand for these airlines in the area. Last week, we acquired our AOC, which will take effect starting the next month,” stated Teo.

Considering that the nation was still coping with the spread of Covid-19, the idea to launch MYAirline was conceived in October 2020. But now, he claimed, as the nation moves closer to the endemic phase and demand for aviation services rises, it would appear that the decision to start another airline paid off.

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Teo stated that when the airline is launched, the flight routes of MYAirline will be formally revealed. MYAirline will only operate narrow-body aircraft, staying true to the fundamentals of low-cost airlines from the perspective of aircraft operations.

MAVCOM authorized the issuance of Conditional Approval for an Air Service Licence to MYAirline in December 2021 for a one-year period ending on December 31, 2022.

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Sanctions & Engine Issues Ground Half of Russia’s A320neo fleet

Russia’s aviation sector, already strained by Western sanctions, faces another setback as nearly half of its Airbus A320neo family aircraft are grounded due to unresolved engine issues.

This development highlights the growing challenges for russia commercial aircraft in maintaining their fleets under the weight of global restrictions and limited access to spare parts.

Out of the 66 Airbus A320neo and A321neo jets in Russia, 34 are now out of service, according to the Kommersant business newspaper. These planes are powered by engines manufactured by Pratt & Whitney, a subsidiary of RTX Corporation.

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The engines are affected by a previously identified defect in the metal used for certain parts, prompting accelerated inspections and maintenance.

Sanctions have compounded the issue, blocking the supply of essential components from major manufacturers like Boeing and Airbus. Without proper maintenance, experts warn that these aircraft may face decommissioning as early as 2026.

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Airlines like S7, which operates a significant portion of these grounded jets, plan to conserve the engines for future use during peak travel seasons. However, reports suggest that over 20 of S7’s Airbus planes have engines that have already reached the end of their operational lifespan. Recently, russia seeks assistance from kazakhstan’s airlines to bolster its domestic flights.

While some A320neo and A321neo planes in Russia are equipped with French-made LEAP engines, which are seen as less problematic, the challenges remain daunting.

The situation underscores the long-term impact of sanctions on Russia’s aviation sector and the increasing difficulties in keeping its modern fleets operational.