AirAsia Aviation Group, based in Malaysia, is in active negotiations with Airbus to convert a portion of its existing narrowbody aircraft orders to the A321XLR, as part of its broader post-restructuring fleet strategy. This shift reflects the group’s intent to optimize long-range narrowbody capabilities for future growth.
Africa Charter Airline, based in South Africa, has expanded its freighter operations by placing a second Boeing 737-400F into ACMI service for BidAir Cargo, also based in South Africa. The aircraft, bearing manufacturer serial number 24446, further strengthens the partnership between the two companies in the fast-growing African cargo market.
European Air Transport (EAT), a cargo airline based in Germany and a key operator for DHL Aviation, has taken delivery of an Airbus A330-300P2F freighter. The aircraft, with manufacturer serial number 1338, is powered by Rolls-Royce Trent 772B-60 engines and is part of EAT’s ongoing effort to modernize and expand its long-haul cargo fleet.
Edelweiss Air, the leisure carrier based in Switzerland and a subsidiary of the Lufthansa Group, has taken delivery of a new Airbus A350-900 widebody aircraft. The aircraft bears manufacturer serial number 079 and is powered by Rolls-Royce Trent XWB-84 engines, which are renowned for their high efficiency, reduced emissions, and low operating costs in the long-haul sector.
Condor, the German leisure airline, has announced that it expects to take delivery of three Airbus A321neo aircraft by the end of 2025. The deliveries are part of the carrier’s ongoing fleet renewal program aimed at improving fuel efficiency, lowering emissions, and modernizing its narrowbody fleet for short- and medium-haul routes.
Avation, a Singapore-based aircraft lessor, has finalized a six-year lease agreement with PNG Air of Papua New Guinea for one ATR72-600 regional turboprop. The aircraft is currently under lease to Mandarin Airlines in Taiwan and is scheduled to transition to PNG Air during the fourth quarter of 2025.
Aleutian Airways, a regional carrier based in the United States, has taken delivery of its first ATR42-600, marking a key milestone in its fleet development strategy. The aircraft, bearing manufacturer serial number 1405, is being introduced under a lease agreement with Azorra Aircraft Leasing, a U.S.-based lessor with a strong presence in the regional aircraft leasing space.
AirExplore, a Slovakian ACMI and cargo operator, has announced the sublease of one Boeing 737-800F freighter to ASL Airlines Belgium. The move marks another step in the regional redistribution of freighter capacity across Europe as cargo operators continue to optimize their fleets for evolving demand patterns.
Airbus delivered around 60 commercial aircraft in June 2025, a figure that puts the European aerospace giant behind the pace necessary to meet its annual delivery goal of 820 aircraft for the year. This monthly output, though substantial, reflects the ongoing pressure the company faces from supply chain constraints and production bottlenecks that have persisted industry-wide since the COVID-19 pandemic and…
Fitch Ratings has upgraded its Outlook on Boeing’s Long-Term Issuer Default Rating (IDR) to Stable, reversing its previous Negative stance. The agency has simultaneously affirmed Boeing’s Long-Term IDR at ‘BBB-’, maintaining its investment-grade status. This change reflects increased confidence in Boeing’s medium-term financial stability and operational recovery following several years of setbacks tied to production delays, safety scrutiny, and supply chain challenges.
