Air New Zealand has detailed its upcoming fleet expansion and leasing activities, with the next delivery milestone being an Airbus A320neo expected to arrive in late June 2025. Following this, the airline anticipates the addition of an ATR72 in July, and two Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners powered by GE engines scheduled for March and April 2026, respectively.
Nesma Airlines, a growing Egyptian carrier, has added a fifth Airbus A320 to its fleet, securing the aircraft on lease. The newly acquired jet bears manufacturer serial number 5524 and will be deployed to strengthen the airline’s regional and domestic operations.
Jazeera Airways, the low-cost carrier based in Kuwait, is actively pursuing longer-range narrowbody aircraft to expand its network and enhance operational flexibility. The airline is in discussions with lessors to acquire Airbus A321LR and A321XLR jets and is also evaluating Embraer’s E2 family, while currently ruling out widebody acquisitions.
China Eastern Airlines has taken delivery of a new Airbus A320neo, as part of its ongoing fleet modernization initiative. The aircraft bears manufacturer serial number 12615 and is powered by LEAP-1A26 engines, a high-efficiency model developed by CFM International.
Aviation Capital Group (ACG), a leading U.S.-based aircraft lessor, has announced the delivery of one Airbus A321neo to Wizz Air, the Hungarian ultra-low-cost carrier. This aircraft is the sixth unit delivered to Wizz under a multi-aircraft sale/leaseback agreement, further cementing the relationship between the two companies.
Arkia, an Israeli leisure-focused carrier, has announced plans to wet lease one A330-200 from GullivAir, a Bulgarian airline, for use during the summer 2025 season. This move allows Arkia to temporarily expand its widebody capacity in response to heightened seasonal demand.
Air France has taken delivery of a new Airbus A220-300, further advancing its fleet renewal strategy with one of the most efficient and modern narrowbody aircraft available today. The aircraft carries manufacturer serial number 55353 and is powered by PW1521G-3 engines manufactured by Pratt & Whitney.
Smartwings, a Czech carrier, has expanded its capacity with the delivery of an Airbus A320, serial 3641, acquired on wet lease from SmartLynx. The aircraft is powered by V2527-A5 engines, known for their robust performance and fuel efficiency.
SmartLynx, a Latvian ACMI and charter operator, has expanded its fleet with the delivery of an Airbus A321, serial 3522, on lease. The aircraft is equipped with V2533-A5 engines, known for their reliable performance and operational efficiency.
LATAM Brasil and its Chilean counterpart have bolstered their respective fleets with the addition of one Airbus A320neo each. The aircraft, serials 8789 and 12558, were both delivered on lease and are powered by advanced PW1127G-JM engines.
