Belavia, the national airline of Belarus, is on the verge of significantly bolstering its fleet by adding three Airbus A330aircraft. These planes were previously operated by Magic Air of Gambia and are being repurposed to fit Belavia’s operational needs.
Aviation Capital Group (ACG), a prominent US-based aircraft leasing company, has announced the delivery of a Boeing 737-8 aircraft to Air India Express. This aircraft, featuring advanced LEAP-1B engines, represents the final delivery scheduled under a multiple-aircraft sale-leaseback (SLB) transaction agreed upon between ACG and Air India Express.
Avation PLC, a commercial passenger aircraft leasing company based in Singapore, has successfully completed the acquisition of an Airbus A320 aircraft. This aircraft, built in 2013, is on a long-term lease to Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, with the lease agreement extending until October 2031.
Aeolus Engine Services, based in Ireland, has strategically expanded its engine portfolio with the purchase of four CFM56-7B26/3 engines. These engines, acquired in ‘As Removed’ condition, signify the company’s commitment to enhancing its capabilities in the maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) of commercial aircraft engines.
GE Aerospace has announced the opening of XEOS, a state-of-the-art maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) facility located in Sroda Slaska, near Wrocław, Poland. This facility is focused on the advanced servicing of LEAP engines, which are widely used in the latest generation of commercial aircraft.
Nordic Aviation Capital (NAC), based in Ireland, has successfully finalized lease agreements for two ATR72-600aircraft with Braathens Regional Airways of Sweden. This deal is part of NAC’s strategic efforts to expand its presence in the European market by supporting regional airlines with modern and efficient turboprop aircraft.
ETF Airways, based in Croatia, has initiated a wet lease arrangement with Sky Alps of Italy, involving a Boeing B737-800 aircraft, serial number 30667. This aircraft will operate on the route between Verona and Dusseldorf, enhancing Sky Alps’ capacity on this international route.
Dubai Aerospace Enterprise (DAE), based in the UAE, has successfully delivered the sixth and final Boeing B737 MAX family aircraft to Aeromexico. This delivery marks the completion of DAE’s current mandate with the airline, which included three B737-8 and three B737-9 aircraft.
China Aircraft Leasing Group (CALC) has reached a significant milestone with the successful delivery of its 200th aircraft, an Airbus A321neo, serial number 12332, to United Airlines. This event is noteworthy as it marks the first delivery from CALC’s Mobile, Alabama, facility, underscoring the leasing company’s expanding operations and global reach.
Air Serbia is set to expand its fleet significantly in 2025, beginning with the addition of one Embraer E195 on a dry lease in April, followed by two additional E195s and one A320-family aircraft later in the year during the fourth quarter.
