Miguel Praga

✈️ Wamos Air, led by Enrique Saiz, joined Grupo Abra over a year ago, becoming part of a 300-aircraft fleet with 30,000 employees. The airline plans to integrate Airbus A330neo and Boeing 787 into its fleet for enhanced global operations. Despite challenges from COVID-19, Wamos Air adapted by repurposing aircraft for cargo, maintaining financial stability. Currently, the company is hiring 50 pilots and 120 cabin crew, aiming for growth and innovation within the wet lease market.

🛩 Spirit Airlines faces rumors of imminent shutdown in the U.S. despite efforts to survive amidst payment suspension in 2025 for the second time. This weekend, speculation spread about its closure, affecting potential customer confidence. Competitors anticipated this, preparing to step in with rescue fares. Director Dave Davis acknowledged ongoing restructuring, including cutting slots, planes, and salaries. Spirit, however, is still expanding strategically while dropping unprofitable routes. The rumors could undermine the airline's recovery efforts.

✈ Air Albania suspended all flights from December 7 after Turkish Airlines, owning 49%, announced a divestment on November 19. Air Albania, owning just two aircraft, hasn't declared bankruptcy, indicating potential future operations. Other shareholders include MDN Investment (41%) and Albcontrol (10%). Turkish Airlines' exit forces the cessation of flights from Tirana to Istanbul and Milan. Meanwhile, Albania's tourism boom benefits Wizz Air and Ryanair.