FlySafair, the South African low-cost airline, has added one Boeing 737-800 to its fleet. The aircraft, bearing serial number 60963, was acquired on lease and is powered by CFM56-7B27E engines, continuing the airline’s strategy of consistent fleet expansion with proven and efficient narrowbody jets.
China Southern Airlines, one of China’s largest carriers, has taken delivery of a new Airbus A321neo, bearing serial number 12569, marking another addition to its growing fleet of new-generation narrowbody aircraft. The aircraft is powered by LEAP-1A32 engines, developed by CFM International.
Alaska Airlines is set to take delivery of its first three Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft in the coming weeks, all configured with 161 seats, including an increased number of first class seats. The deliveries represent the first step in a broader fleet and cabin upgrade initiative that will continue into 2026.
Lion Air, one of Indonesia’s largest low-cost carriers, has selected StandardAero, a leading independent MRO provider, to deliver maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) services for its CFM56-7B engine fleet. These engines power the airline’s large fleet of Boeing 737 Next Generation aircraft.
United Airlines has expanded its Boeing 737 MAX fleet with the delivery of a B737-9, marked by serial number 43447. The aircraft is powered by LEAP-1B28 engines, manufactured by CFM International, enhancing United’s ongoing commitment to modernize its single-aisle fleet.
Southwest Airlines has further expanded its Boeing 737 MAX fleet with the delivery of one B737-8, bearing serial number 68630. The aircraft is equipped with LEAP-1B28 engines, developed by CFM International, offering advanced fuel efficiency and reduced environmental impact.
Southwest Airlines concluded the first quarter of 2025 with a total fleet of 800 aircraft, following the delivery of 11 Boeing 737-8s and the retirement of 14 older aircraft. This fleet reshuffle reflects the carrier’s continued strategy to modernize operations and maintain a competitive cost base while managing capacity growth carefully.
Ryanair has received a new Boeing 737-8200, known as the “Gamechanger” variant of the 737 MAX, marked by serial number 62389. The aircraft is powered by LEAP-1B27 engines, developed by CFM International, offering significant efficiency gains over earlier models.
China Southern Airlines has taken delivery of a new Airbus A321neo, identified by serial number 12550, further expanding its narrowbody fleet. The aircraft is powered by LEAP-1A32 engines, a fuel-efficient and environmentally improved powerplant developed by CFM International.
American Airlines has expanded its narrowbody fleet with the delivery of one Boeing 737-8, identified by serial number 44513. The aircraft is powered by LEAP-1B25 engines, produced by CFM International, representing a continuation of the airline’s modernization efforts within its single-aisle fleet segment.
