Air Serbia has entered into a two-year wet lease agreement with airBaltic, under which the Latvian carrier will operate Airbus A220-300 aircraft on Air Serbia’s behalf. The partnership will see airBaltic supply the aircraft, crew, maintenance, and insurance, with the first flights scheduled to commence on November 1, 2025.
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LCI (Ireland) and Sumitomo Mitsui Finance and Leasing (Japan) have successfully executed US$420 million in loan facilities, designated to fund social projects, including the acquisition of helicopters. This strategic collaboration highlights the increasing focus on financing projects that contribute to societal benefits, particularly in sectors such as emergency medical services and search and rescue operations.
AJet, a Turkish airline, has entered into a lease agreement for nine Boeing 737-800 aircraft from SunExpress, also based in Türkiye. The leased aircraft are set to enter service on November 18, 2024, to support AJet’s operations during the upcoming winter season. This strategic move reflects AJet’s efforts to bolster its fleet capacity to meet the increased demand for seasonal…
Vueling, a leading low-cost carrier based in Spain and part of the International Airlines Group (IAG), has received a leased Airbus A320, identified by serial number 6001. The aircraft is powered by IAE V2527-A5 engines, well-known for their reliability and performance in high-frequency short-haul operations.
Air Moana, based in French Polynesia, has received significant financial backing from the government of Tahiti through a strategic equity and loan guarantee arrangement involving Natireva, the parent company overseeing the airline’s development. Tahiti has acquired 54 shares of Natireva for a symbolic investment of $54, an administrative step designed to unlock a much larger financial mechanism: a $5.7 million loan guarantee.
VietJet, the Vietnamese low-cost carrier, has further expanded its next-generation fleet with the delivery of one Airbus A321neo, bearing serial number 12520. The aircraft is equipped with PW1133G-JM engines, manufactured by Pratt & Whitney, and reflects the airline’s ongoing investment in fuel-efficient, high-capacity aircraft to meet rising demand across its domestic and regional network.
United Airlines will debut its new Airbus A321XLR fleet in summer 2026, marking a significant step in the carrier’s long-haul and premium service strategy. The aircraft will feature a 150-seat, three-class configuration with 20 Polaris business class seats, 12 premium economy seats, and 118 economy seats, including 36 Economy Plus seats with extra legroom.
