Airbus has updated its January 2025 order book, reflecting several significant transactions. The most notable order came from Lufthansa, which placed an order for 25 Airbus A320neos, strengthening its narrowbody fleet.
Air Serbia is set to wet lease two additional Embraer E190s from Bulgaria Air to meet increased summer season demand. The fourth aircraft in this arrangement is expected to join the fleet by June 2025.
Air Lease (US) has announced long-term lease agreements with Qanot Sharq Airlines (Uzbekistan) for the delivery of five Airbus A321neo aircraft, including three A321XLRs and two A321LRs. These aircraft will be delivered in 2026 and 2027 from Air Lease’s existing orderbook with Airbus.
Air Albania (Albania) has taken delivery of one Boeing B737-800, bearing serial number 40880, through a wet lease agreement with SkyUp Airlines (Ukraine). The aircraft is powered by CFM56-7B26E engines, reinforcing the airline’s narrowbody fleet.
Aero K (South Korea) has expanded its fleet with the delivery of one Airbus A320, bearing serial number 2612. The aircraft is on lease and is powered by CFM56-5B6/P engines, further strengthening the airline’s narrowbody fleet.
Spirit Airlines has expanded its fleet with the delivery of a new Airbus A321neo, bearing serial number 12330. The aircraft is powered by PW1133G-JM engines, enhancing fuel efficiency and operational performance.
Shanghai Airlines has expanded its fleet with the delivery of a Boeing B737-8, bearing serial number 61657. The aircraft is powered by LEAP-1B27 engines, providing improved fuel efficiency and operational reliability.
Malaysia Airlines has expanded its fleet with the delivery of a Boeing B737-8, bearing serial number 68123. The aircraft is leased and powered by LEAP-1B27 engines, offering enhanced fuel efficiency and operational performance.
LAM (Mozambique) has shortlisted 14 companies in the first phase of its tender process to acquire Embraer E190 and Boeing B737-700 aircraft. The number of aircraft to be acquired is expected to be between three and eight, supporting the airline’s fleet modernization and expansion strategy.
Kenya Airways has taken delivery of a Boeing B737-800, serial 39604, on lease from DAE Capital (UAE), marking the resumption of its fleet expansion strategy.
