Air Transport Services Group (US) (ATSG) has announced plans to increase its Airbus freighter leasing portfolio in 2025, preparing to introduce up to four A330-300P2Fs (Passenger-to-Freighter conversions) and five A321-200PCFs into its leasing program. This move underscores ATSG’s commitment to expanding its cargo aircraft offerings amid growing demand for converted narrowbody and widebody freighters.
Air Peace, Nigeria’s largest airline, has bolstered its fleet by wet-leasing an Airbus A320, serial number 2975, from SmartLynx Airlines. This strategic move replaces a departing A320, ensuring seamless operations across its domestic and regional networks.
Silver Airways and Seaborne Virgin Islands, both operating under bankruptcy proceedings, have filed a court request to extend agreements with aircraft lessors beyond the current 60-day period. The airlines seek additional time to finalize the sale of their assets, ensuring a structured transition amid financial restructuring efforts.
GOL (Brazil), along with Wells Fargo Trust Company (US) and JSA International US Holdings, has entered into a stipulation and agreed order regarding the claim allowance and related matters for an aircraft bearing serial number 35825. This agreement clarifies the ownership, leasing, and financial obligations surrounding the aircraft.
Colorful Guizhou Airlines has taken delivery of an Airbus A320neo, marking the introduction of its newly designed cabin layout, which enhances passenger comfort and onboard experience. The aircraft, leased from CDB Aviation, is the second of three A320neos included in a 2024 lease agreement, with the final aircraft scheduled for delivery in 2026.
Sichuan Airlines, a leading Chinese carrier, has bolstered its cargo operations with the acquisition of a third Airbus A321-200PCF freighter, bearing the serial number 3005. This aircraft is leased from Sichuan Aviation Industry Development Co., reflecting the airline’s commitment to enhancing its freight services.
AirSial, a private airline headquartered in Pakistan, has recently augmented its operational capacity by leasing an Airbus A320-214, identified by the serial number 4133. This aircraft is equipped with CFM56-5B4/3 engines, known for their efficiency and reliability.
flydubai has opted to extend the leases on four Boeing 737-800 aircraft that were originally scheduled for return to their lessors. This decision comes as the airline did not receive any of the aircraft contractually expected for delivery in 2024, affecting its planned fleet expansion.
Brussels Airlines has entered into a wet-lease agreement with Air Europa, enlisting a Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner to service its Brussels to New York JFK route. This arrangement commenced on February 22, 2025, and is set to continue while several of Brussels Airlines’ Airbus A330 aircraft are undergoing maintenance.
Malaysia Airlines has expanded its fleet with the delivery of two Boeing B737-8 aircraft, further strengthening its narrowbody operations. The aircraft, identified by serial numbers 43341 and 66376, are both leased and powered by LEAP-1B27 engines, manufactured by CFM International.
