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Air Ghana Updates Cargo Fleet With Wet-Leased Aircraft

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Air Ghana has made strategic changes to its cargo operations by updating its fleet through wet leases to support DHL Gabon services and other logistics needs. The airline has taken on a Boeing 737-800F, serial number 33805, under a wet lease agreement with AirExplore (Slovakia), replacing a previous B737-800F, serial number 28328, also sourced from AirExplore.

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Air France Adds A350-900 With Trent XWB-84 Engines

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Air France has expanded its widebody fleet with the recent delivery of a new Airbus A350-900, identified by serial number 739. This latest aircraft is equipped with Rolls-Royce Trent XWB-84 engines, reinforcing the airline’s strategy of operating newer, fuel-efficient aircraft on its long-haul routes.

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Air China Adjusts Fleet To 934 After June Changes

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Air China made notable adjustments to its fleet during June 2025, adding one Boeing 737 while retiring three Airbus A320 series aircraft. These updates brought the airline’s total active fleet to 934 aircraft by the end of the month, reflecting an ongoing strategy of fleet optimization amid evolving market conditions.

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Xiamen Airlines Takes Delivery Of B737-8 MSN 43840

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Xiamen Airlines, one of China’s major regional carriers, has received a Boeing 737-8, bearing manufacturer serial number 43840, equipped with LEAP-1B engines. This delivery further strengthens the airline’s strategy of upgrading its narrowbody fleet for enhanced fuel efficiency and improved operating economics.

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Wizz Air In Talks To Convert Part Of A321XLR Order

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Wizz Air, the Hungary-based ultra-low-cost carrier, is currently engaged in discussions with Airbus to modify its existing order for 47 A321XLR aircraft, considering a partial conversion to the A321neo variant. The update was disclosed by CEO József Váradi, reflecting the airline’s evolving operational requirements and strategic focus.

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WestJet Issues RFP For Lease And PDP Financing Of 46 B737 MAX

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WestJet, one of Canada’s leading airlines, has formally issued a request for proposals (RFP) for the operating lease and pre-delivery payment (PDP) financing of 46 Boeing 737 MAX aircraft. The RFP reflects WestJet’s aggressive forward-looking fleet expansion and renewal strategy as it seeks to modernize its narrowbody aircraft offering.

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Shandong Airlines Takes Delivery Of B737-8 MSN 61456

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Shandong Airlines, a regional carrier based in China, has taken delivery of a new Boeing 737-8, carrying manufacturer serial number 61456 and powered by LEAP-1B27 engines. The aircraft enhances the airline’s growing narrowbody fleet and supports its long-term commitment to operational efficiency and lower environmental impact.

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Kenya Airways To Return Grounded B787, Expand Narrowbody Fleet

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Kenya Airways is set to return one of its three grounded Boeing 787 Dreamliners to active service on 22 July 2025, marking a key milestone in the airline’s efforts to resolve ongoing capacity challenges. The other two grounded B787s are expected to rejoin the fleet in September and December 2025, respectively.

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Kenn Borek Air Adds DHC6-300 MSN 735 To Fleet

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Kenn Borek Air, the Canadian carrier renowned for its polar and remote operations, has expanded its fleet with the delivery of a De Havilland Canada DHC6-300 Twin Otter, identified by manufacturer serial number 735. The aircraft is equipped with Pratt & Whitney PT6A-27 engines, a dependable powerplant ideal for rugged and off-strip environments.