Icelandair has expanded its fleet with the addition of a leased Airbus A321neo, bearing serial number 12503 and powered by PW1133G-JM engines from Pratt & Whitney. This latest delivery reflects the airline’s ongoing fleet renewal strategy aimed at improving efficiency and enhancing passenger comfort on medium-haul routes.
easyJet (UK) has taken delivery of a new Airbus A320neo, serial number 12551, further advancing the airline’s fleet modernization and sustainability initiatives. The aircraft is powered by LEAP-1A26 engines, produced by CFM International, and joins one of Europe’s largest A320 family fleets.
CemAir (South Africa) has expanded its regional jet operations with the addition of a Bombardier CRJ900, serial number 15038, and announced that another aircraft, serial 15207, is set to join the fleet in the near future. This move aligns with CemAir’s strategy of reinforcing its footprint in the Southern African regional market.
BOC Aviation (Singapore) has released its operational update for the first quarter of 2025, reporting a total of 158 transactions. These include commitments to purchase 125 aircraft, the delivery of 11 aircraft, the sale of four owned aircraft and one engine, and 16 new lease commitments. The report reflects a strong start to the year and reaffirms BOC Aviation’s active presence…
Akasa Air (India) has outlined ambitious growth plans that include expanding its fleet to a total of 30 aircraft by July 2025. The airline is also setting up two new strategic operational hubs at Navi Mumbai International Airport and Jewar Airport (Noida International Airport), where it intends to base 5 to 7 aircraft each by the end of the year.
China’s imposition of retaliatory tariffs in response to trade policies introduced under US President Donald Trump is set to impact the financial feasibility of Boeing aircraft acquisitions by Chinese airlines. These tariffs, targeting key US exports, include significant increases on large civil aircraft, which could prompt Chinese carriers to rethink their fleet procurement strategies.
Volotea, the Spain-based low-cost carrier, is currently evaluating the Airbus A220 and Embraer E2 families as potential replacements for its aging fleet of Airbus A319 aircraft. The consideration is part of the airline’s forward-looking fleet modernization strategy, though no final decision has been made yet.
United Airlines has added another advanced aircraft to its growing fleet with the delivery of an Airbus A321neo, bearing serial number 12354. The aircraft is powered by PW1133G-JM engines from Pratt & Whitney, a model renowned for high efficiency and reduced emissions.
IndiGo, India’s largest airline by fleet size and market share, has taken delivery of a new Airbus A321neo, bearing serial number 12464, as part of its ongoing fleet modernization and expansion strategy. The aircraft is equipped with LEAP-1A32 engines manufactured by CFM International, known for their fuel efficiency and lower emissions.
Eurowings has taken delivery of a Boeing 737-800, serial number 39394, under a wet lease agreement with Smartwings of Czechia. The aircraft is powered by CFM56-7B26E engines and joins Eurowings’ fleet to help manage rising operational demand, particularly as the carrier gears up for the busy summer travel season.
