Macquarie AirFinance has significantly expanded its commitment to the Boeing 737 MAX, placing an order for 30 Boeing 737-8 aircraft. The purchase was finalized in July and recorded under an unidentified booking on Boeing’s Orders & Deliveries website, before being confirmed by the lessor.
Asman Airlines, Kyrgyzstan’s new national carrier, has strengthened its fleet with the arrival of its third De Havilland Dash 8-400 turboprop. The aircraft, formerly operated by Horizon Air, carries the manufacturer serial number (MSN) 4452 and is registered as EX-21003. Delivery was confirmed by parent company Airports of Kyrgyzstan, with the aircraft arriving at its home base in Bishkek (Manas) on September 2,…
Hawaiian Airlines, now operating under Alaska Air Group, has revised its fleet plan with a significant adjustment: the conversion of five Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner orders into the larger-capacity 787-10 variant. The decision underscores the group’s evolving approach to fleet optimization and capacity planning across its long-haul network.
Qantas has confirmed that it will extend its popular Perth–Rome nonstop service through to October 23, 2026, ensuring continued direct connectivity between Australia and continental Europe. The route, first introduced to meet rising demand for faster European travel options, has proven a strong success among passengers, particularly from Australia’s east coast, who benefit from seamless one-stop links to Italy.
Silk Way West Airlines has expanded its fleet with the delivery of its third Boeing 777 freighter, registered as VP-BAA, marking another milestone in its fleet modernization strategy. This aircraft joins the two 777Fs already in service, delivered in late 2023, and strengthens the carrier’s position in the global air cargo market.
BOC Aviation Limited has signed an agreement with Airbus to purchase three new-generation aircraft—two Airbus A321neo and one Airbus A320neo—for long-term lease to South American ultra-low-cost carrier JetSMART Airlines. The aircraft, scheduled for delivery in 2027, will be powered by Pratt & Whitney GTF engines, highlighting the lessor’s focus on providing modern and fuel-efficient fleet solutions.
Air France has inaugurated its first Embraer 190 with a fully redesigned travel cabin, marking a major step in the airline’s ongoing modernization strategy. On September 1, 2025, flight AF1602, operated by regional subsidiary HOP!, departed from Paris-Charles de Gaulle to Hamburg, showcasing the upgraded cabin to passengers across both Business and Economy classes.
Madagascar’s Ministry of Justice has arrested 22 individuals linked to the illegal transfer of five Boeing 777-200 wide-body aircraft to Iran in July 2025. Among those detained are senior officials from the country’s Civil Aviation Authority, individuals tied to India-based Udaan Aviation, and employees of several local companies. The arrests follow allegations of forgery and corruption that enabled Iranian carriers—restricted by Western sanctions—to acquire additional…
Delta Air Lines is advancing its fleet modernization strategy with the upcoming delivery of a new Airbus A321neo. The aircraft, identified by manufacturer serial number (MSN) 12694, is powered by a pair of Pratt & Whitney PW1133G-JM geared turbofan engines, offering improved fuel efficiency and reduced emissions compared to older-generation narrowbodies.
IndiGo is set to further expand its fleet with the upcoming delivery of a brand-new Airbus A321neo, marking another step in the airline’s ongoing growth strategy. The aircraft, carrying the manufacturer serial number (MSN) 12597, is powered by a pair of CFM International LEAP-1A32 engines, renowned for their fuel efficiency and lower carbon emissions.
