China Eastern Airlines has taken delivery of two significant additions to its narrowbody fleet: one Airbus A321neo, serial 12657, and one COMAC C919, serial 00033. The A321neo is powered by LEAP-1A32 engines, while the C919 is equipped with LEAP-1C28 engines, both manufactured by CFM International.
British Airways has expanded its single-aisle fleet with the delivery of one Airbus A321neo, bearing serial number 12648. The aircraft is powered by LEAP-1A32 engines developed by CFM International, continuing the airline’s strategy of upgrading its narrowbody fleet with more efficient and environmentally friendly aircraft.
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.
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.
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.
China Eastern Airlines has received another COMAC C919, bearing serial number 00033, powered by LEAP-1C28 engines, underscoring its role as the launch customer and leading operator of China’s first domestically developed narrowbody jet. The delivery continues the airline’s incremental fleet expansion with the C919 as it aims to diversify from Western-built aircraft and strengthen national aerospace capabilities.
Allegiant Air, the US-based ultra-low-cost carrier, has taken delivery of a Boeing 737-8200, bearing serial number 68018, powered by LEAP-1B27 engines. This marks another step in the airline’s transition toward a Boeing 737 MAX-based fleet, which aims to deliver cost savings through improved fuel efficiency and expanded passenger capacity.
Aircastle, a US-based aircraft leasing company, has announced the delivery of a Boeing 737-8, bearing serial number 60556, to WestJet of Canada. This aircraft is the first of three planned deliveries under a purchase leasebackarrangement, furthering the airline’s narrowbody fleet modernization while enabling efficient capital management. This transaction reflects the continued leasing activity between airlines and lessors as carriers look…
