Air India CEO Campbell Wilson anticipates that the global shortage of aircraft, which is currently hampering airline growth worldwide, will continue for at least the next four to five years.
Air Astana Group, based in Kazakhstan, announced plans to expand its total fleet to 63 aircraft by the end of 2025 and has extended its guidance to reach 84 aircraft by the end of 2029. This fleet expansion aligns with the airline’s strategy of simplification and operational efficiency amid ongoing global supply chain challenges.
Stratos has delivered an Airbus A330-300P2F on a long-term operating lease to MNG Airlines, a Turkish cargo airline operating worldwide. The aircraft, MSN 1510, was converted into a freighter by EFW in Dresden, marking the second such conversion completed by Stratos at this facility.
SF Airlines (China) has further expanded its dedicated freighter fleet, reaching 90 aircraft with the latest delivery of a B767-300BCF at its Shenzhen base. This milestone solidifies SF Airlines’ position as China’s largest cargo airlineand strengthens its regional and international logistics capabilities.
Samoa Airways has successfully redelivered a DHC6-300 Twin Otter, serial 827, following an extensive 9-month refurbishment at Unity Aviation Canada. This marks the first of three aircraft undergoing upgrades, with the remaining two expected to return to service in late 2025 and 2026.
Pobeda Airlines (Russia) is set to reclaim all Boeing 737s currently operated by sister airlines Aeroflot and Rossiya, reinforcing its commitment to a single-fleet strategy. The move aims to simplify operations, reduce maintenance costs, and enhance overall fleet efficiency.
China Aircraft Leasing Group Holdings (CALC) (Hong Kong) has entered into a portfolio and asset sale agreementwith Dubai Aerospace Enterprise (DAE) (UAE), covering the sale of six leased aircraft. The deal, which includes two Airbus A320neo and four A321neo, is set to close by the end of October 2026.
China Aircraft Leasing Group Holdings (CALC) (Hong Kong) has completed the lease of its first Airbus A330-200 to Korean Air, further expanding its widebody aircraft portfolio. The lease agreement, finalized in March 2025, represents a significant milestone for CALC, which has traditionally focused on narrowbody aircraft leasing.
Air Transport Services Group (ATSG) (US) has taken redelivery of its first Airbus A330-300P2F, serial 356, marking a milestone in the company’s expanding freighter fleet. The aircraft is set to be leased through ATSG’s subsidiary, Cargo Aircraft Management (CAM), which specializes in freighter leasing solutions.
Garuda Indonesia has announced plans to acquire up to 100 new aircraft from Boeing and Airbus by the end of 2025, as disclosed by Deputy Minister of Industry Faisol Riza at an event in Jakarta. This expansion is intended to strengthen Indonesia’s commercial aviation sector, aligning with the growth of the national aerospace industry.
