7 Air, a U.S.-based operator, has expanded its fleet with the addition of a B737-800SF, serial 33597, on lease. The aircraft is powered by CFM56-7B24 engines, renowned for their reliability and fuel efficiency.
Mexicana has confirmed that its first E2 aircraft, initially scheduled for delivery in May 2025, will now be handed over in the coming weeks. This delay highlights the operational challenges faced by the airline’s ambitious fleet renewal efforts.
Japan Airlines (JAL) Managing Director Ross Leggett has confirmed that the retirement of the carrier’s B777-300ER fleet will be postponed by approximately three years. This decision comes as Japan Airlines continues to monitor future aircraft delivery schedules to ensure seamless operational transitions without service disruptions.
GOL (Brazil) has successfully completed overhauls on more than 50 B737 engines in 2024, signaling a major step forward in its fleet renewal and maintenance strategy. The carrier has announced that it remains on track to return all of its aircraft to active service by the first quarter of 2026, underscoring its determination to rebuild capacity and competitiveness in the…
A Boeing B737 MAX aircraft sporting the Xiamen Airlines livery has departed Seattle, bound for the airline’s delivery center in China. The delivery marks a significant milestone as trade tensions between the United States and China show signs of easing, enabling resumed aircraft handovers that had been stalled for years due to political and economic disputes.
ATR (France) has entered discussions with multiple operators in India to explore new aircraft sales, as it anticipates significant demand for turboprop aircraft in the country. According to company representatives, India is projected to require an additional 300 turboprops within the next 10 years, driven by the growing need for efficient regional connectivity and the expansion of the domestic aviation sector.
ANA All Nippon Airways (Japan) remains tight-lipped about which specific division will operate its recently ordered 20 E190-E2 regional jets, according to a statement from President Shinichi Inoue. Speaking to industry observers, Inoue said, “Now is not the right time to talk about it,” leaving open questions about how the new aircraft will be integrated into ANA’s broader…
Air Serbia is actively preparing to expand its fleet with the planned delivery of two Embraer aircraft and one A320 by December 2025. This strategic move underscores Air Serbia’s ambition to strengthen its operational capacity and meet growing travel demand in key markets.
Wizz Air Malta has taken delivery of a new Airbus A321neo, serial 12610, featuring Pratt & Whitney PW1133G‑JMengines. This addition marks a significant step in the airline’s ongoing fleet expansion to support growth and enhance operational efficiency.
United Airlines (US) has welcomed a new Boeing 737‑8, bearing serial number 68824, which arrives equipped with CFM International LEAP‑1B28 engines. This addition represents a key part of the airline’s fleet modernization strategy aimed at enhancing overall efficiency and capacity.
