CDB Aviation, a wholly owned Irish subsidiary of China Development Bank Financial Leasing Co., Ltd., has announced the signing of lease agreements with Ethiopian Airlines for two Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft, further strengthening the African flag carrier’s position as a regional leader in fleet modernization and connectivity.
CDB Aviation, a wholly owned Irish subsidiary of China Development Bank Financial Leasing Co., Ltd., has announced the successful delivery of five Airbus A320neo Family aircraft to Volaris, one of Latin America’s largest and fastest-growing low-cost carriers. The delivery—comprising two A320neo and three A321neo aircraft—marks a significant milestone in the long-standing partnership between the lessor and the Mexican airline.
Air Lease Corporation (ALC) has announced the lease placement of one new Airbus A321-200neo with Sun PhuQuoc Airways, a new Vietnamese carrier preparing to launch operations. The long-term lease agreement includes the delivery of the aircraft in 2027, strengthening ALC’s presence in Southeast Asia’s fast-growing aviation market.
Air Serbia has entered into a two-year wet lease agreement with airBaltic, under which the Latvian carrier will operate Airbus A220-300 aircraft on Air Serbia’s behalf. The partnership will see airBaltic supply the aircraft, crew, maintenance, and insurance, with the first flights scheduled to commence on November 1, 2025.
Air Lease Corporation has announced long-term lease agreements with the upcoming luxury carrier Magnifica Air for a total of six new Airbus aircraft, comprising four Airbus A220-300s and two Airbus A321-200neos. The aircraft are scheduled for delivery in 2027, supporting Magnifica Air’s launch plans and entry into the premium air travel market.
Avolon, one of the world’s leading aircraft leasing companies, has finalized an agreement to lease six Boeing 737-8 MAX aircraft to Royal Air Maroc, marking its first transaction with Morocco’s national airline. The deal underscores both companies’ commitment to supporting long-term aviation growth across Africa and enhancing the region’s international connectivity.
AerCap Holdings N.V., the world’s largest aviation leasing company, has announced that it will release its third quarter 2025 financial results on October 29, 2025. The results will be published before U.S. financial markets open, followed by a live conference call and webcast at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Time to review performance and provide an outlook.
Wings Leasing & Finance Company (WLFC) has announced the appointment of Pascal Picano as Senior Vice President, Aircraft Leasing & Trading, further strengthening its leadership team as the company pursues growth in the global aircraft leasing and trading sector.
Air Europa has officially incorporated its second Boeing 737 MAX 8 into its fleet, reinforcing its position as the first Spanish airline to operate this next-generation aircraft. The delivery, announced on September 22, 2025, reflects the carrier’s continued commitment to innovation, sustainability, and modernization of its short- and medium-haul operations.
KF Aerospace has taken delivery of its third and final ATR 72-500 as part of the company’s recently renewed ten-year contract with Canadian courier Purolator. The aircraft, built in 2002 and registered under MSN 685 (ex-FlyCAA), will undergo modification into a large-cargo-door freighter, strengthening KF Aerospace’s specialized express cargo operations.
