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Lufthansa will become the sole operator of the Airbus A340 at New York’s JFK Airport following Air Senegal’s withdrawal from the route. Lufthansa’s continued use of the A340, despite industry trends towards fuel-efficient twin-engine aircraft, showcases its unique capabilities for specific high-demand routes. Air Senegal’s departure after a three-year attempt to establish a US presence highlights the challenges of entering a competitive market, including low load factors, lack of direct flights to key destinations, and reliance on leased aircraft.

SpiceJet has upgraded its daily Delhi-Bangkok flight to a wide-body Airbus A340, increasing seating capacity to 324 passengers per flight. The upgrade, commencing on May 31 and continuing until June 20, 2024, aims to meet the high demand during the holiday season. Additionally, SpiceJet operates daily flights to Bangkok from Kolkata and has recently announced a new service to Phuket, offering daily non-stop flights connecting Delhi and Phuket from May 31, 2024.