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China Airlines Adds B777F Freighter To Cargo Fleet

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China Airlines, the flag carrier of Taiwan, has received a new Boeing 777 Freighter (B777F) as part of its ongoing cargo fleet modernization program. The aircraft, bearing manufacturer serial number 68060, is powered by GE90-110B1/115B engines manufactured by GE Aviation. This latest addition underlines the airline’s strategic focus on expanding its long-haul freight capacity in response to sustained global cargo demand.

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Challenge Group Launches B777-300ERSF Freighter Program

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Challenge Group, based in Malta, has officially launched its B777-300ERSF conversion program as part of a strategic plan to expand its freighter operations. The company intends to induct the first Boeing 777-300ERSF converted freighter into its fleet in 2025, reflecting a significant shift toward higher-capacity, long-range cargo operations.

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Cargojet Adds B767-300BDSF Freighter To Fleet

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Cargojet, a leading Canadian air cargo carrier, has expanded its fleet with the delivery of one Boeing 767-300BDSF freighter. The aircraft carries manufacturer serial number 29617 and is powered by CF6-80C2B7F engines produced by GE Aviation. This addition is part of the airline’s strategic plan to bolster its medium- and long-haul cargo operations across North America and international markets.

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British Airways Receives A321neo Aircraft

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British Airways, a key member of the International Airlines Group (IAG), has taken delivery of a new Airbus A321neo aircraft. The aircraft bears manufacturer serial number 12484 and is powered by LEAP-1A32 engines produced by CFM International. This delivery further supports the carrier’s strategy to modernize its narrowbody fleet and enhance operational efficiency across short- and medium-haul routes.

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Aer Lingus Takes Delivery Of A321XLR Aircraft

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Aer Lingus, the Irish flag carrier and part of the International Airlines Group (IAG), has taken delivery of one Airbus A321XLR, with manufacturer serial number 12248, powered by LEAP-1A33X engines. This addition marks a continued expansion of the airline’s fleet strategy to incorporate next-generation, fuel-efficient narrowbody aircraft capable of long-haul operations.

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Singapore Airlines To Retire B737-800s By March 2026

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Singapore Airlines has announced it will retire its final four Boeing 737-800 aircraft by the end of March 2026, marking a key milestone in its ongoing fleet renewal strategy. The move comes as the airline ramps up deliveries of the Boeing 737-8, part of the MAX series, to modernize its narrowbody operations.

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Ethiopian Confirms GEnx, GE9X Engines For New Boeing Fleet

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Ethiopian Airlines Group, Africa’s largest carrier, has finalized a comprehensive engine supply agreement with GE Aerospace (US), confirming its selection of GEnx engines for a fleet of 11 new Boeing 787 Dreamliners and GE9X engines for eight Boeing 777-9 aircraft. The deal includes options for six additional GE9X-powered 777-9s, reflecting the airline’s confidence in GE’s latest propulsion technologies.

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AIP Capital Targets B737 MAX Buy Via $321M Fund

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AIP Capital, a U.S.-based aviation investment and asset management firm, is preparing for a substantial acquisition of Boeing 737 MAX aircraft, leveraging its $321 million pre-delivery payment (PDP) financing fund. This move forms part of AIP’s broader strategy to expand its aircraft portfolio and deepen its footprint in the global leasing space.

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Vietjet To Transfer 50 B737 MAX Aircraft To Thai Affiliate

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Vietjet, the Vietnamese low-cost airline, has signed a cooperation agreement with Boeing to transfer 50 Boeing 737 MAX aircraft to its Thai subsidiary, Thai Vietjet Air. The aircraft are part of a larger order of 200 units originally placed in 2022, aimed at supporting Vietjet’s ambitious regional growth strategy.

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Smartwings Receives A320 MSN 2496 On Wet Lease

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Smartwings, a leading Czech airline, has expanded its operational capabilities through the wet lease of an Airbus A320, identified by manufacturer serial number (MSN) 2496. The aircraft is leased from Global Aviation, a South African carrier, and is powered by IAE V2527-A5 engines, which are widely recognized for their reliability and performance in short- to medium-haul operations.