Spring Airlines, China’s leading low-cost carrier, has expanded its fleet by taking delivery of a new Airbus A320neo aircraft. This addition, bearing the serial number 12443, is powered by advanced LEAP-1A26 engines, aligning with the airline’s commitment to operational efficiency and environmental responsibility.
SpiceJet, a leading Indian low-cost carrier, has augmented its fleet by wet-leasing a Boeing 737-800 aircraft from Corendon Airlines Malta. This strategic move aims to bolster SpiceJet’s operational capacity and meet the increasing demand for air travel.
Skytrans, an Australian-based airline, has expanded its fleet with the acquisition of a second Airbus A319 aircraft, bearing the serial number 1740. This strategic addition aims to strengthen the airline’s charter operations across Australia and the Asia-Pacific region.
IndiGo (India) has taken delivery of a Boeing 737-800, serial 39412, on wet lease from Corendon Airlines (Turkiye). The aircraft, powered by CFM56-7B26 engines, has been introduced to support IndiGo’s operational needs amid ongoing fleet expansion efforts.
Global Crossing Airlines (GlobalX) has announced the addition of its 19th aircraft, an Airbus A321 bearing serial number 1153, to its passenger charter fleet. This aircraft is configured with 200 all-economy seats, enhancing the airline’s capacity to meet growing demand in the charter market.
Emirates (UAE) is set to spend $5 billion on retrofitting 220 aircraft, as the airline faces delays in the delivery of new aircraft from manufacturers. President Tim Clark emphasized that this investment is essential to sustaining the airline’s extensive global network while awaiting fleet modernization.
AirExplore (Slovakia) and its sister carrier SmartLynx Airlines (Latvia) are currently evaluating changes to their narrowbody freighter strategy, signaling potential adjustments in fleet deployment and operational focus. The move comes amid shifts in demand for converted cargo aircraft, as well as ongoing market fluctuations in the air freight sector.
Air Peace, Nigeria’s largest airline, has bolstered its fleet by wet-leasing an Airbus A320, serial number 2975, from SmartLynx Airlines. This strategic move replaces a departing A320, ensuring seamless operations across its domestic and regional networks.
Air China has strengthened its regional fleet with the delivery of a COMAC C909, marking another step in the airline’s commitment to operational efficiency and network growth. The aircraft, bearing serial number 10177, is registered as B-332H and is powered by CF34-10A engines.
Turkish Airlines has made significant progress in reducing the number of grounded aircraft, with a decrease of ten in its fleet. The airline remains optimistic that additional aircraft will return to service in 2026, helping to stabilize operations amid ongoing supply chain and maintenance challenges.
