Eurowings, the German low-cost subsidiary of Lufthansa Group, has taken delivery of an Airbus A320, serial number 3734, on wet lease from Avion Express Malta. The aircraft is powered by IAE V2527-A5 engines, a proven workhorse in the narrowbody segment known for reliability and cost efficiency.
Emirates, the Dubai-based global carrier, has received a new Boeing 777 Freighter, serial number 68619, further expanding its dedicated cargo fleet. The aircraft is powered by GE90-110B1 engines, the industry standard for B777F aircraft, delivering high thrust and reliability for long-range cargo missions.
Delta Air Lines, the major U.S. carrier, has taken delivery of a new Airbus A350-900, serial number 722, as part of its ongoing long-haul fleet expansion strategy. The aircraft is powered by Rolls-Royce Trent XWB-84 engines, known for their high efficiency, low emissions, and long-range performance.
Croatia Airlines has announced plans to retire one Airbus A320, serial number 1237, during 2025 as part of its broader fleet modernization strategy. The retirement aligns with the carrier’s move to a single-type fleet centered around the Airbus A220, offering improved efficiency and operational standardization.
Croatia Airlines has been notified of delivery delays affecting four Airbus A220 aircraft originally scheduled for arrival during 2025. Despite the setbacks, the airline’s third A220 is now confirmed for delivery in May 2025, maintaining momentum in its transition to a new-generation fleet.
Avelo Air, a low-cost carrier based in the United States, has expanded its operational fleet with the delivery of a Boeing 737-800, serial number 36566. The aircraft has been acquired on lease and is powered by CFM56-7B26 engines, a widely used and reliable model in the narrowbody market.
Airbus, Europe’s leading aircraft manufacturer, delivered approximately 55 commercial aircraft in April 2025, maintaining steady output despite ongoing challenges with engine supply chains, particularly for its high-demand A320neo family. The shortage of engines continues to disrupt production schedules and delay customer deliveries.
Air India, through its wholly owned subsidiary AI Fleet Services, has completed the acquisition of six Boeing 777-300ER aircraft that were previously operated under lease agreements. The aircraft, with serial numbers 39686, 39687, 39688, 39689, 39690, and 41701, were purchased in advance of their scheduled lease expirations in 2026, signaling a strategic move to consolidate fleet ownership.
Air Europa, the Spanish carrier, has taken delivery of a Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, serial number 62523, expanding its long-haul fleet as it continues to strengthen intercontinental operations. The aircraft is powered by Rolls-Royce Trent 1000 engines, known for their fuel efficiency and range capabilities on widebody platforms.
7 Air, a U.S.-based cargo carrier, has announced plans to expand its freighter fleet by acquiring three additional B737-800F aircraft by the end of 2025. The move aligns with the airline’s strategy to scale operations in response to rising demand for e-commerce and regional cargo logistics.
