PLAY Europe, the Maltese branch of Icelandic low-cost airline PLAY, has expanded its fleet with the delivery of an Airbus A321neo, serial number 7939, under a lease agreement. The aircraft is powered by LEAP-1A32 engines supplied by CFM International, enhancing the carrier’s fuel efficiency and range capabilities.
Nouvelair Tunisie, the Tunisian leisure carrier, has expanded its narrowbody fleet with the addition of an Airbus A320, serial number 2322, under lease from Electra Airways of Bulgaria. This delivery comes as a replacement for an earlier A320, serial number 2717, also sourced from Electra.
JSX, a U.S.-based public charter airline known for its semi-private jet services, has added a new aircraft to its fleet with the delivery of an Embraer ERJ145, bearing serial number 145476. The jet is powered by AE3007A1P engines, which are produced by Rolls-Royce North America and optimized for regional jet performance.
Griffin Global Asset Management, an Ireland-based aircraft leasing company, has finalized long-term lease agreements with United Airlines for six new Boeing 737-9 aircraft, all of which were delivered during April and May 2025. The deal underlines Griffin’s strategic relationship with one of the world’s largest carriers and reflects growing demand for fuel-efficient narrowbody jets.
flynas, a Saudi Arabian low-cost carrier, has expanded its operational capacity with the wet lease of a Boeing 737-8, bearing serial number 43005, from Batik Air Malaysia. The aircraft is powered by LEAP-1B25 engines and will support flynas’ growing network during peak demand periods.
China Eastern Airlines has expanded its narrowbody fleet with the delivery of a new Airbus A320neo, bearing serial number 12615, and powered by LEAP-1A26 engines from CFM International. This aircraft continues the airline’s steady integration of next-generation jets designed for improved efficiency and environmental performance.
Cargojet Airways, the Canadian cargo airline, has expanded its freighter fleet with the delivery of a Boeing 767-300ERF, bearing serial number 29383. The aircraft is equipped with CF6-80C2B6F engines, known for their robust performance and reliability in freighter operations.
Avation, the Singapore-based leasing company, has announced the delivery and sale of a new ATR72-600 to an undisclosed airline in the Caribbean. The transaction resulted in approximately $5 million in net cash proceeds, marking a successful and profitable disposal for the lessor.
Air New Zealand has detailed its upcoming fleet expansion and leasing activities, with the next delivery milestone being an Airbus A320neo expected to arrive in late June 2025. Following this, the airline anticipates the addition of an ATR72 in July, and two Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners powered by GE engines scheduled for March and April 2026, respectively.
Air Montenegro has entered into a long-term lease agreement for an Embraer E195 regional jet, bearing serial number 19000184, reinforcing its commitment to fleet modernization and route expansion. The lease aligns with the carrier’s broader goal of maintaining a flexible and efficient fleet to meet rising passenger demand.
