SMBC Aviation Capital, one of the world’s largest aircraft leasing companies, has finalized lease agreements with AJet, a Turkish airline, for five Airbus A320neo aircraft. This transaction represents a notable expansion in AJet’s narrowbody operations as it continues to scale up across domestic and regional routes.
Saudia, the national airline of Saudi Arabia, has expanded its narrowbody fleet with the delivery of a new Airbus A321neo, carrying manufacturer serial number 12539. The aircraft is equipped with CFM International LEAP-1A32engines, designed to deliver improved fuel efficiency and lower noise emissions.
Oman Air, the national carrier of the Sultanate of Oman, has received a new Boeing 737-8 aircraft with manufacturer serial number 63370. The aircraft is powered by CFM International LEAP-1B27 engines, known for their efficiency and reduced environmental footprint.
Malaysia Aviation Group (MAG), the parent company of Malaysia Airlines, has officially exercised its purchase rights for 20 Airbus A330-900 aircraft. These widebody jets are slated for delivery between 2029 and 2031, as part of the group’s long-term fleet renewal strategy.
Korean Air, South Korea’s flag carrier, has expanded its widebody fleet with the addition of a Boeing 787-10, carrying manufacturer serial number 66881. The aircraft is powered by General Electric GEnx-1B engines, known for their high efficiency and lower emissions on long-haul operations.
KLM, the flag carrier of the Netherlands, has officially taken delivery of an Airbus A321neo, with manufacturer serial number 12600. The aircraft is equipped with CFM International LEAP-1A30 engines and represents a significant milestone in the airline’s narrowbody fleet modernization efforts.
Emirates, the Dubai-based flagship carrier of the UAE, has taken delivery of its latest widebody aircraft — an Airbus A350-900, bearing manufacturer serial number 694. This aircraft is powered by Rolls-Royce Trent XWB-84 engines, known for their fuel efficiency and long-haul performance.
Aerolineas Argentinas, the national carrier of Argentina, has announced a positive economic result of $138 million for the first quarter of 2025, representing its strongest financial performance since the airline was re-nationalized in 2008. This marks a significant milestone in the airline’s ongoing financial recovery and operational turnaround.
Vietnam Airlines and Saudia have established a new codeshare partnership, connecting major cities in Vietnam and Saudi Arabia. Under this agreement, travelers can now book single-itinerary tickets between Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City to Jeddah and Riyadh, with shared flight numbers and streamlined coordination between the two flag carriers.
Aeroitalia has strengthened its international connectivity by signing a strategic interline agreement with Delta Air Lines, Air France, and KLM. This multilateral pact marks a major step in Aeroitalia’s global integration strategy, allowing the Italian carrier to offer seamless connections across transatlantic and intra-European routes via the extensive networks of its new partners.
