China Southern Airlines has taken delivery of a new Airbus A321neo, identified by serial number 12550, further expanding its narrowbody fleet. The aircraft is powered by LEAP-1A32 engines, a fuel-efficient and environmentally improved powerplant developed by CFM International.
CemAir, a South African regional airline, has initiated operations of a Bombardier CRJ900, serial number 15081, under an ACMI (Aircraft, Crew, Maintenance, and Insurance) agreement with interCaribbean Airways, based in Turks and Caicos. The deployment serves to temporarily replace a CRJ700, serial number 10289, which has been removed from service for maintenance.
American Airlines has expanded its narrowbody fleet with the delivery of one Boeing 737-8, identified by serial number 44513. The aircraft is powered by LEAP-1B25 engines, produced by CFM International, representing a continuation of the airline’s modernization efforts within its single-aisle fleet segment.
Air China has expanded its fleet with the recent delivery of one COMAC C909, bearing serial number 10180. The aircraft is powered by CF34-10A engines, a regional-class turbofan engine developed by GE Aviation, widely known for its efficiency and reliability.
Vietnam Airlines has entered a significant financial partnership with Vietcombank through a newly signed memorandum of understanding (MoU) focused on capital arrangement for the acquisition of 50 narrowbody aircraft. The agreement lays the foundation for structured financing of the airline’s fleet renewal and expansion from 2026 to 2032.
Southwest Airlines has reported a net loss of $149 million for the first quarter of 2025, reflecting the challenges of cost escalation and flat yield growth despite an uptick in operational revenue. The airline’s operating revenues rose 1.6% year-on-year to $6.4 billion, while it maintained a liquidity reserve of $9.3 billion, underscoring its financial stability in the face of earnings…
Cargolux, the Luxembourg-based all-cargo airline, reported a strong financial performance for 2024, with revenues climbing 12.9% year-on-year to $3.3 billion. More notably, the airline achieved a 56.6% increase in net profit, reaching $448 million, underscoring the carrier’s successful adaptation to a post-pandemic global cargo market.
Avelo Airlines has initiated a strategic financial initiative by appointing Jefferies, a leading global investment banking firm, to assist in raising between $75 million and $100 million. The capital raise is aimed at fueling the airline’s growth plans and strengthening its financial position amid a competitive and cost-sensitive environment.
American Airlines posted a net loss of $473 million for the first quarter of 2025, despite generating $12.6 billion in revenue, reflecting the continued challenges facing major U.S. carriers in managing costs and restoring profitability post-pandemic.
Alaska Air Group reported a net loss of $166 million for the first quarter of 2025, despite achieving a substantial 41% year-on-year increase in operating revenues, which rose to $3.13 billion. The results highlight the ongoing financial challenges facing the airline, even as passenger demand and revenue streams show significant recovery momentum.
