19 Jan 2025

#3 Jan 2025: Irish Commercial Aircraft Update

​​This update compiles key movements and transactions in the Irish commercial aviation sector, highlighting significant aircraft deliveries, transfers, and fleet expansions. Information is sourced from highly regarded platforms, including:

• Chris Witt/Skyliner: http://www.skyliner-aviation.de/
• Dublin Movements Blog: http://notam-ireland.blogspot.ie/
• Planespotters.net: http://www.planespotters.net/

Notable Aircraft Transactions

Narrowbody Movements

• EI-FXX: Boeing 737-8K5(F) ferried to Rome Fiumicino for Poste Air Cargo on 28 November 2024 (ex 2-FWSN).
• EI-GVN: Boeing 737-8K5(F) ferried to Rome Fiumicino for Poste Air Cargo on 27 November 2024 (ex 2-BBDQ).

These deliveries underline Poste Air Cargo’s strategic expansion in Europe, leveraging the converted 737 freighters to meet growing e-commerce and logistics demands.

Widebody Movements

• EI-LDE: Airbus A300F4-605R delivered to Leipzig for ASL Airlines Ireland on 25 November 2024 (ex B-LDE).
• EI-LDF: Airbus A300F4-605R delivered to Leipzig for ASL Airlines Ireland on 27 November 2024 (ex B-LDF).

The addition of these robust Airbus freighters strengthens ASL Airlines Ireland's position in serving key European cargo hubs.

Passenger Aircraft Transfers

• LY-BLX: Airbus A320-231 ferried to Istanbul for Carlyle Aviation Partners on 21 November 2024 (ex XU-919).

This repositioning suggests operational reallocation or leasing to a new operator, reflecting dynamic asset management practices in the passenger aviation sector.

Freighter Conversion Activities

• N261GE: Boeing 777-36N ferried to Tel Aviv for passenger-to-freighter (P2F) conversion on 29 October 2024 (ex OE-IHY).

The ongoing demand for freighter conversions of widebody aircraft like the 777 highlights the growth of global cargo markets, particularly in response to e-commerce trends.

Irish-Registered Movements

• N471BS: Boeing 737-86J(F) delivered to Shannon for ASL Airlines Ireland, registered as EI-HRE, on 22 November 2024.

This delivery reinforces ASL Airlines Ireland’s operational capacity in Shannon, a pivotal hub for European cargo activities.

Widebody Passenger Deliveries

• N798AV: Boeing 787-8 delivered from Oslo to Medellin for Avianca on 16 November 2024 (ex M-ABSF).

Avianca’s acquisition aligns with its long-haul expansion strategy, focusing on passenger comfort and fuel efficiency through the Boeing 787-8.

Fleet Retirements and Part-Outs

• EI-DTI: Airbus A320-216 ferried to St Athan for part-out on 15 November 2024.
• EC-NBD: Airbus A319-112 ferried to Ireland West Airport for part-out and scrapping on 29 November 2024.

These movements reflect the end-of-life management of older aircraft, which are disassembled to recover valuable components and materials.

Regional Carrier Activity

• OE-IMP: DHC8-402 delivered to Cuneo for Sky Alps on 22 November 2024 (ex D-ABQD).
• OE-IMQ: DHC8-402 delivered to Cuneo for Sky Alps on 26 November 2024 (ex D-ABQF).

The addition of these turboprops underscores Sky Alps' commitment to serving regional routes with efficient, versatile aircraft.

Conclusion

This comprehensive update highlights notable developments in aircraft transactions, fleet expansion, and market reconfigurations. From Poste Air Cargo's freighter acquisitions to Avianca’s long-haul growth strategy, these updates showcase the aviation sector's dynamic and evolving landscape. Stay tuned for more insights into global and regional aviation activities.
 

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