Czech Airlines has taken delivery of a new Airbus A220-300, bearing serial number 55368, powered by Pratt & Whitney PW1524G-3 engines. The aircraft is operated by Smartwings, marking a further step in the post-restructuring integration of ČSA’s brand and assets within the broader Czech aviation group.
Xiamen Airlines, one of China’s most prominent regional and international carriers, has taken delivery of a Boeing 737-8, carrying serial number 64677, equipped with LEAP-1B engines. The delivery underscores the airline’s ongoing narrowbody fleet modernization efforts aimed at boosting fuel efficiency and capacity for short- and medium-haul operations.
Titan Airways, a UK-based charter and ACMI operator, has added an Embraer E190 to its fleet. The aircraft, bearing serial number 19000543, is powered by General Electric CF34-10E5 engines, marking a notable expansion into regional jet operations for the traditionally narrowbody and widebody-focused carrier.
Southwest Airlines, the largest operator of Boeing 737 aircraft globally, has taken delivery of a Boeing 737-8, bearing serial number 42608, powered by LEAP-1B28 engines. This latest addition supports the airline’s continued efforts to modernize its fleet and improve fuel efficiency across its extensive domestic and near-international network.
Sky Express, the Greek regional carrier, has expanded its fleet with the delivery of a new Airbus A320neo, carrying serial number 12638, and powered by LEAP-1A26 engines. This latest addition underscores the airline’s commitment to operating a modern, fuel-efficient fleet as it strengthens its presence within Greece and on select European routes.
SalamAir, the low-cost carrier based in Oman, has announced that its next Airbus A321neo, with serial number 12631, will be delivered in July 2025. This aircraft, powered by LEAP-1A engines, will increase the airline’s total fleet to 15 aircraft. In addition, the airline expects delivery of three more Airbus A320neos in early 2026, marking another phase of its fleet expansion strategy.
Qatar Airways has expanded its widebody fleet with the delivery of an Airbus A330-300, bearing serial number 1582, powered by Rolls-Royce Trent 772B-60 engines. The aircraft will support the airline’s continued growth across its regional and long-haul network, particularly amid strong demand during peak travel seasons.
Macquarie AirFinance, based in Ireland, has delivered a new Airbus A320neo to Scandinavian Airlines (SAS) under a long-term lease agreement, marking the first of three A320neo aircraft it will supply from its existing orderbook. This transaction supports SAS’s ongoing fleet renewal strategy focused on environmental efficiency and standardized operations.
interCaribbean Airways, based in the Turks & Caicos, has announced the acquisition of eight Embraer E170 aircraft formerly operated by EgyptAir Express. The transaction is backed by financing from Investec, a UK-based specialist bank and asset manager. In addition to funding the acquisition, Investec is also providing refinancing for five ATRscurrently in interCaribbean’s fleet.
Ethiopian Airlines, Africa’s largest carrier, has taken delivery of a new Boeing 737-8, bearing serial number 62461, powered by LEAP-1B28 engines. This delivery marks another step in the airline’s strategy to modernize its narrowbody fleet and enhance capacity on regional and medium-haul routes across Africa and beyond.
