Sabena technics, a leading French independent MRO provider, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU)with Aer Lingus, Ireland’s flag carrier, to provide comprehensive base maintenance and aircraft enhancements for the airline’s Airbus A330 fleet. The work will be carried out at Sabena technics’ Bordeaux facility over a three-year period from 2026 to 2029.
SMBC Aviation Capital, one of the world’s leading aircraft leasing firms based in Ireland, has finalized an agreement to lease one Airbus A320neo to Air Cairo, an Egyptian low-cost and charter carrier. The aircraft is scheduled for delivery in 2026, further supporting Air Cairo’s ongoing strategy to modernize and expand its fleet.
China Express Airlines is restructuring its fleet and procurement plans in a strategic shift that supports the introduction of domestically manufactured aircraft. The airline announced a reduction in its planned acquisition of A320 family aircraft, scaling down from four to two units. Additionally, the entity responsible for executing the transaction has been changed to Yunfei Aircraft Leasing (Shanghai)…
Chongqing Airlines, headquartered in China, has taken delivery of an Airbus A320 aircraft, identified by manufacturer serial number (MSN) 4365. The aircraft is powered by CFM56-5B4/3 engines, one of the most common engine choices for the A320ceo series, offering a proven record of fuel efficiency and durability in short- to medium-haul operations.
Breeze Airways, the U.S.-based low-cost carrier, is considering the Airbus A220-500 as a key component of its future fleet renewal strategy. The stretched variant of the A220 series is still under evaluation by Airbus, and its formal launch would pave the way for carriers like Breeze to update and streamline their aircraft portfolio with more fuel-efficient and passenger-friendly…
United Airlines, one of the largest carriers in the U.S., has expanded its single-aisle fleet with the delivery of a new Airbus A321neo, bearing manufacturer serial number (MSN) 12533. The aircraft is powered by PW1133G-JM engines, part of Pratt & Whitney’s GTF family, reflecting United’s strategy of modernizing its narrowbody operations with more fuel-efficient aircraft.
STARLUX Airlines, the premium Taiwanese carrier, has signed a firm order for ten Airbus A350-1000 aircraft, a major move to scale up its long-haul network and elevate its position in the Asia-Pacific premium travel segment. The new widebody aircraft will be powered by Rolls-Royce Trent XWB-97 engines, the most powerful engines certified for commercial use on an Airbus…
Southwind Airlines, based in Türkiye, has expanded its narrowbody fleet with the delivery of an Airbus A321, carrying manufacturer serial number (MSN) 3106. The aircraft is powered by V2533-A5 engines, produced by International Aero Engines (IAE), and has been acquired on lease, reinforcing the airline’s growth trajectory in the regional and leisure travel markets.
Skytrans, an Australian regional and charter operator, has expanded its fleet with the addition of a second Airbus A319, identified by manufacturer serial number (MSN) 1740. The aircraft is now available for immediate ACMI leasing and charter operations, with its base of operations set in Perth.
Nouvelair, the Tunisian leisure carrier, has expanded its operational capacity by adding one Airbus A321, with manufacturer serial number (MSN) 3636, under a wet lease agreement with Spanish operator Privilege Style. This fleet addition comes in preparation for increased seasonal demand, particularly during the busy summer period.
