KLM, the flag carrier of the Netherlands, has officially taken delivery of an Airbus A321neo, with manufacturer serial number 12600. The aircraft is equipped with CFM International LEAP-1A30 engines and represents a significant milestone in the airline’s narrowbody fleet modernization efforts.
Jet2, the UK-based leisure airline, has taken delivery of a brand-new Airbus A321neo narrowbody aircraft with manufacturer serial number 12599. The aircraft is powered by CFM International LEAP-1A32 engines, continuing the airline’s ongoing strategy of fleet modernization and fuel efficiency.
Emirates, the Dubai-based flagship carrier of the UAE, has taken delivery of its latest widebody aircraft — an Airbus A350-900, bearing manufacturer serial number 694. This aircraft is powered by Rolls-Royce Trent XWB-84 engines, known for their fuel efficiency and long-haul performance.
AirAsia Aviation Group, headquartered in Malaysia, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Airbus for the acquisition of 50 A321XLR aircraft. In addition to this firm commitment, the group has retained conversion rights for another 20 aircraft, offering flexibility based on market dynamics and future growth.
S7 Airlines, a prominent carrier in Russia, has expanded its fleet with the delivery of an Airbus A319, bearing serial number 2373. The aircraft is powered by CFM56-5A5 engines, manufactured by CFM International, and is expected to enhance the airline’s domestic and regional route performance.
Iberia, the flag carrier of Spain, has added a new Airbus A321XLR to its fleet, identified by serial number 12375. The aircraft is powered by LEAP-1A33X engines developed by CFM International, enhancing its range and fuel efficiency for medium- to long-haul narrowbody operations.
Frontier Airlines, a U.S.-based ultra-low-cost carrier, has taken delivery of a new Airbus A321neo, identified by serial number 12527. The aircraft is powered by Pratt & Whitney PW1133G-JM geared turbofan engines, known for their enhanced fuel efficiency and lower emissions compared to previous-generation engines.
Crestone, a U.S.-based aviation leasing company, has expanded its fleet portfolio with the purchase of three narrowbody aircraft. The acquisition includes two Airbus A319s currently leased to American Airlines and one Airbus A320 on lease to TAP Portugal.
Airbus is reportedly close to securing a major order for 20 A330neo aircraft from Malaysia Aviation Group, in what would mark a significant widebody acquisition for the Southeast Asian carrier. The deal is expected to be finalized and publicly announced later this week.
AirAsia Aviation Group, based in Malaysia, is in active negotiations with Airbus to convert a portion of its existing narrowbody aircraft orders to the A321XLR, as part of its broader post-restructuring fleet strategy. This shift reflects the group’s intent to optimize long-range narrowbody capabilities for future growth.
