Croatia Airlines is continuing its narrowbody fleet renewal with the scheduled delivery of two Airbus A220-300s, bearing serial numbers 55363 and 55357, later in June 2025. This fleet expansion is part of a phased transition away from older aircraft models and toward more fuel-efficient, next-generation airframes.
AviLease, the Saudi Arabia-based aircraft leasing firm, has announced a major fleet acquisition plan with Airbus, placing firm orders for 10 A350F freighters and 30 A320neo Family aircraft. The agreement includes provisions to expand the order to as many as 22 A350Fs and 55 A320neos, reflecting the company’s long-term growth strategy.
Airbus is reportedly close to finalizing a major aircraft deal with LOT Polish Airlines for the acquisition of approximately 40 A220 aircraft, with options for an additional 44 jets, significantly boosting the airline’s modernization and expansion strategy. The agreement, expected to be one of LOT’s most substantial fleet investments in recent years, would mark a key shift in the carrier’s…
Airbus has announced a significant executive reshuffle, appointing Benoit Schultz as Chief Procurement Officer, effective 01 October 2025. Schultz succeeds Jurgen Westermeier, who will assume dual leadership roles as President of Airbus in India and Head of South Asia beginning 01 September 2025. Meanwhile, Remi Maillard will become EVP Engineering of Commercial Aircraft and Head of Technology.
Investec Aviation Finance, based in the United Kingdom, has finalized a senior-term loan facility with Aircraft Engine Lease Finance (AELF), headquartered in the United States, to support the acquisition of a Airbus A330-200 aircraft. The aircraft, bearing manufacturer serial number 1104, was acquired by AELF from Avolon, the global leasing company based in Ireland.
nada has taken delivery of a new A220-300 aircraft, bearing manufacturer serial number 55355, in a move that continues the airline’s modernization of its narrowbody fleet. The aircraft is equipped with PW1521G-3 engines, part of the Pratt & Whitney GTF family, which is known for its fuel efficiency and reduced noise footprint.
Wizz Air Malta, the Maltese division of Europe’s ultra-low-cost carrier Wizz Air, has received a new Airbus A321neo, bearing serial number 12567, powered by Pratt & Whitney PW1133G-JM engines. This latest delivery adds capacity and fuel-efficient performance to the carrier’s rapidly expanding fleet.
Volaris, the Mexican ultra-low-cost carrier, has added a new Airbus A320neo to its fleet, bearing serial number 12554 and powered by Pratt & Whitney PW1127G-JM engines. This delivery supports Volaris’s ongoing fleet expansion strategy and environmental performance objectives.
Tarom, the Romanian flag carrier, is set to wet lease an Airbus A320 from Malta MedAir starting 12 June 2025. The aircraft will be used to operate flights on the Bucharest–Amsterdam route, enhancing schedule reliability and operational flexibility during the busy summer travel period.
Royal Air Maroc, the national airline of Morocco, is reportedly in advanced negotiations to place a major aircraft order with Boeing, covering up to 50 Boeing 737 MAX jets and 24 Boeing 787 Dreamliners, as part of its fleet renewal strategy. Simultaneously, Airbus is preparing to secure a smaller order for 20 A220 aircraft, aiming to expand its presence in the North African market.
