Airbus is employing a strategic delivery route for a new A350 aircraft destined for Delta Air Lines, opting to send the aircraft from Toulouse to Tokyo before its final delivery to the United States. The decision comes amid ongoing trade tensions and tariff risks between the European Union and the United States.
Air India has commenced a wide-ranging $400 million fleet interior refurbishment program, aiming to enhance passenger comfort and modernize its in-service aircraft. The project covers a total of 67 aircraft, with the work scheduled over a two-year period as the airline undergoes a brand transformation under Tata Group ownership.
TAP Air Portugal has entered into a wet lease agreement for an Airbus A320, bearing serial number 4384, with Airhub Malta to support increased travel demand during the summer 2025 season. The aircraft will operate flights from Lisbon to key destinations including Paris-Orly, Madrid, and Barcelona.
Czech Airlines has taken delivery of an Airbus A320, operated by Smartwings, to support its scheduled services and boost capacity. The aircraft, bearing serial number 3762, is powered by CFM56-5B4/3 engines, and reflects Czech Airlines’ strategy to utilize collaborative fleet solutions while maintaining service quality.
Centrum Air, an emerging carrier based in Uzbekistan, is actively expanding its fleet by securing additional Airbus A320 aircraft through an agreement with Dubai Aerospace Enterprise (DAE). The move is part of the airline’s broader strategy to modernize its operations and increase competitiveness in regional and international markets.
Brussels Airlines has strengthened its intercontinental operations with the delivery of one Airbus A330-300, carrying serial number 913 and powered by Trent 772B-60 engines. The aircraft adds capacity to the airline’s long-haul fleet, which serves destinations across Africa and North America from its hub in Brussels.
SWISS, the flag carrier of Switzerland, has taken delivery of a new Airbus A320neo, bearing serial number 12565. The aircraft is powered by PW1127G-JM engines, part of the Pratt & Whitney GTF family, and will serve as a cornerstone in the airline’s drive for greater fuel efficiency and reduced emissions.
SAS Connect, a subsidiary of Scandinavian Airlines (SAS) based in Sweden, has taken delivery of an Airbus A320neo, serial number 12528, equipped with LEAP-1A26 engines supplied by CFM International. The aircraft represents another step in SAS’s ongoing fleet renewal initiative aimed at improving fuel efficiency and reducing environmental impact.
Centrum Air, a growing carrier based in Uzbekistan, has added a used Airbus A330-300, bearing serial number 1074, to its fleet. The aircraft is operated by fellow Uzbek airline My Freighter and is powered by Trent 772B-60 engines, produced by Rolls-Royce.
Airbus has reported a robust performance for the first quarter of 2025, with revenues rising 6% to reach $13.5 billion. The European aerospace giant recorded a net income of $793 million and ended the quarter with a net cash position of $11.0 billion. The company logged gross commercial aircraft orders of 280, and after accounting for cancellations, concluded the period with 204 net orders.
