Virgin Australia, one of Australia’s leading airlines, has bolstered its fleet with the addition of a Boeing 737-800, identified by serial number 44219. This aircraft, acquired on lease, is powered by advanced CFM56-7B27E engines, delivering optimal performance and efficiency.
South African Airways (SAA) has announced a significant milestone in its fleet expansion efforts, with the recent addition of two Airbus A320s leased from AerCap, an Ireland-based leasing giant. These arrivals bring the airline’s fleet size to 20, reinforcing its operational capacity and market presence.
Ruili Airlines, a Chinese carrier, has expanded its fleet with the delivery of a Boeing 737-800, identified by serial number 40951. The aircraft, acquired on lease, is equipped with efficient CFM56-7B26E engines, ensuring optimal performance and fuel efficiency.
Privilege Style, a Spanish charter airline, has announced the return of its sole Boeing 777-200ER, identified by serial number 34377, to its lessor. This development signals a strategic shift in the airline’s fleet management approach.
KlasJet, a prominent charter and ACMI provider based in Lithuania, has announced the continuation and expansion of its strategic partnership with Sun d’Or, an Israeli airline and subsidiary of El Al. As part of this collaboration, KlasJet will lease a fourth Boeing 737-800 to Sun d’Or for a designated period, spanning from 28 December 2024 to 31 March 2025.
Air India Express has expanded its fleet with the addition of a Boeing 737-8 on lease. The aircraft, identified by serial number 63289, is powered by state-of-the-art LEAP-1B engines, known for their efficiency and sustainability.
SolitAir, a UAE-based startup carrier, is poised to take delivery of its first dry-leased Boeing B737-800F shortly after it receives its Air Operator Certificate (AOC) later this month. The freighter will mark the beginning of the airline’s ambitious plan to build a fleet of 10 freighters by mid-2026.
The Airbus order book underwent significant updates in December 2024, reflecting changes in customer commitments and delivery plans. Key highlights include cancellations, new orders, and customer revelations.
The African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank), headquartered in Egypt, has announced plans to bolster Nigerian airlines by providing 25 aircraft through its leasing subsidiary. This initiative is aimed at addressing the critical need for fleet modernization and capacity enhancement in Nigeria’s aviation sector.
Aviation Capital Group (ACG) has successfully delivered the first B737-8 to Air India Express. This marks the initial delivery in a larger multi-aircraft sale-leaseback transaction between the U.S.-based lessor and the Indian carrier. The delivery is a significant milestone for both parties, as Air India Express seeks to modernize and expand its fleet to meet increasing demand for regional and international…
