Icelandair has taken delivery of its first Airbus A321LR, marking a significant step in the airline’s fleet modernization strategy. The aircraft, bearing serial number 12213, is the first of four on lease from SMBC Aviation Capital. It is powered by Pratt & Whitney PW1133G-JM engines, known for their efficiency and lower emissions.
Air Greenland has announced plans to wet lease up to two Boeing 737-800s from Danish carriers Jet Time and Airseven in preparation for the summer 2025 travel season. The move aims to meet increased demand during the peak travel period and enhance operational flexibility.
CDB Aviation (Ireland) has successfully closed a sale/leaseback transaction for one Airbus A350-900 with Air France, a longstanding airline customer. This agreement highlights the ongoing collaboration between the lessor and the carrier, further strengthening their strategic partnership.
TrueNoord (Netherlands) has completed the acquisition of seven ATR72-600 aircraft from GOAL Aircraft Leasing (Germany). These aircraft are currently on lease to prominent European carriers, further strengthening TrueNoord’s regional aviation portfolio.
ASL Aviation Holdings (Ireland) is set to expand its cargo operations by potentially operating a B737-800BDSF for DHL (Germany). The aircraft, identified by serial 30499, is expected to be flown under CMI (Crew, Maintenance, and Insurance) service, further strengthening the partnership between the two companies.
Avolon (Ireland), a leading global aircraft leasing company, has announced a significant enhancement to its unsecured revolving credit facility. The facility, backed by a syndicate of 25 banks, has been upsized by $1 billion, bringing the total to $5.8 billion, and its maturity date has been extended by two and a half years, from April 2026 to October 2028.
Falko Regional Aircraft Limited (UK) has announced the successful completion of its previously disclosed aircraft portfolio transaction with Nordic Aviation Capital (Ireland). The transaction includes the acquisition of four Embraer E190s, currently on lease to Royal Air Maroc (Morocco).
Air Serbia has announced the extension of its wet lease agreement for two Embraer E190 aircraft from Bulgaria Airinto 2025. This decision ensures continued operational flexibility and capacity to meet passenger demand.
SGI Aviation (Netherlands) has successfully completed the delivery of two Boeing 777-300ERs, previously operated by Garuda Indonesia, to Philippine Airlines (PAL) under a long-term lease agreement. The aircraft, identified by serial numbers 29146 and 29147, were delivered on behalf of a US-based client.
SpiceJet (India) has added a Boeing 737-800, identified by serial number 38018, to its fleet under a wet leasearrangement with Smartwings (Czechia). The aircraft is powered by CFM56-7B26 engines, known for their reliability and efficiency.
