Kuwait National Airlines may return aircraft to leasing companies

Wataniya Airways stated it is studying the conditions of two leasing companies to take back four aircraft operated by Kuwait National Airlines. “The implications of this measure on the company’s results will be clarified at the next meeting” of the board, the carrier said. The leasing companies proposed to give up future rental fees, it said.

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