IndiGo is preparing to take delivery of a brand-new Airbus A321neo, continuing its rapid fleet expansion and modernization efforts. The aircraft, carrying manufacturer serial number (MSN) 12770 and registration VT-IKT, represents another key addition to the carrier’s extensive narrowbody fleet.
AZAL Azerbaijan Airlines has expanded its narrowbody fleet with the delivery of a new Airbus A320neo, continuing its commitment to fleet renewal and operational efficiency. The newly delivered aircraft, MSN 12774, carries the registration VP-BBK and is equipped with CFM LEAP-1A26 engines.
Aeroflot is preparing to dismantle eight Boeing cargo aircraft to secure critical spare parts, reflecting the mounting challenges imposed on the Russian aviation sector by Western sanctions. According to Ukraine’s Foreign Intelligence Service, the aircraft will be sourced from Volga-Dnepr Airlines at an estimated cost of $130 million, with the program reportedly financed by Russia’s National Welfare Fund.
Greater Bay Airlines is preparing to take delivery of its first Boeing 737-9 MAX, becoming the first Chinese carrier to induct the type into its fleet. The aircraft, registered B-KWA with manufacturer serial number (MSN) 64132 and line number (LN) 9221, was recently photographed on final approach to Boeing Field (BFI) on October 6, 2025, signaling its imminent handover.
Edelweiss Air AG has officially retired its first Airbus A340-313, marking a milestone in the airline’s long-haul fleet renewal strategy. The aircraft, registered HB-JMG (MSN 562), was originally delivered new to SWISS in 2003 before being transferred to Edelweiss under the same registration.
Airbus is reportedly preparing to unveil its newest widebody program, the A350neo, with an official launch expected in 2026, according to exclusive industry sources. The upcoming aircraft will represent a significant upgrade of the existing A350-900 and A350-1000 families, incorporating cutting-edge technologies to enhance operational performance and sustainability.
Aegean Airlines, through its regional subsidiary Olympic Air, has expanded its fleet with the addition of a brand-new ATR 72-600. The delivery marks an important milestone in the airline’s regional fleet renewal program, aimed at improving efficiency, passenger comfort, and connectivity across Greece and neighboring markets.
Air Arabia, the Gulf-based low-cost carrier, is set to expand its operations into Turkey by launching new services to Istanbul and Trabzon, operated with its first Airbus A320neo aircraft. The flights are scheduled to commence in October 2025, marking a key step in the airline’s ongoing fleet modernization and network expansion strategy.
Heston Airlines has achieved a major milestone with the receipt of its Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Air Carrier Operating Certificate, officially granting the Lithuanian-based airline access to the United States ACMI and charter market. This certification paves the way for Heston to expand operations across the Americas, including the USA, Canada, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Latin America.
Air India has temporarily withdrawn one of its Boeing 787-8 Dreamliners from service following an unusual in-flight incident in the United Kingdom. The aircraft, operating flight AI117 from Amritsar to Birmingham on October 4, experienced the deployment of its Ram Air Turbine (RAT) during final approach to Birmingham Airport.
