flyadeal, the Saudi Arabian low-cost carrier and subsidiary of Saudia, has expanded its fleet with the addition of a Boeing 737-8, bearing serial number 42998. The aircraft is wet-leased from Batik Air Malaysia and is powered by CFM International LEAP-1B25 engines, offering improved efficiency and environmental performance.
Nouvelair, the Tunisian leisure carrier, has expanded its operational capacity by adding one Airbus A321, with manufacturer serial number (MSN) 3636, under a wet lease agreement with Spanish operator Privilege Style. This fleet addition comes in preparation for increased seasonal demand, particularly during the busy summer period.
GetJet Airlines, the Lithuanian ACMI and charter specialist, has entered a new operational partnership under which it will operate one Airbus A320, bearing manufacturer serial number (MSN) 3430, on behalf of Royal Jordanian. The aircraft will be based in Amman and is scheduled to operate during the summer 2025 season.
Auric Air, a Tanzanian regional carrier, has expanded its fleet through the wet lease of two DHC8-100 turboprop aircraft from ALS Kenya for operations during the summer 2025 season. The aircraft, bearing serial numbers 105 and 179, will bolster Auric Air’s capacity to serve remote and regional destinations, particularly those with shorter runways or limited ground infrastructure.
FlyKhiva has taken delivery of a Boeing 757-200, marking a notable addition to its operational fleet. The aircraft, bearing the manufacturer serial number (MSN) 29434, is being operated under a wet lease agreement from Icelandair, signifying a temporary yet comprehensive lease that includes crew, maintenance, and insurance.
flyadeal, the Saudi low-cost carrier and subsidiary of Saudi Arabian Airlines (Saudia), has taken delivery of two Airbus A320 aircraft on wet lease from Cebu Pacific of the Philippines. The aircraft, identified by manufacturer serial numbers (MSNs) 5515 and 5179, are powered by CFM International CFM56-5B4/3 engines.
Tarom, the Romanian flag carrier, is set to wet lease an Airbus A320 from Malta MedAir starting 12 June 2025. The aircraft will be used to operate flights on the Bucharest–Amsterdam route, enhancing schedule reliability and operational flexibility during the busy summer travel period.
Arkia, an Israeli leisure-focused carrier, has announced plans to wet lease one A330-200 from GullivAir, a Bulgarian airline, for use during the summer 2025 season. This move allows Arkia to temporarily expand its widebody capacity in response to heightened seasonal demand.
Aeroflot, Russia’s flagship carrier, is exploring the possibility of bolstering its fleet with foreign aircraft through wet leasing arrangements. Sergei Aleksandrovsky, the airline’s CEO, shared this development as Aeroflot navigates the complexities of current market conditions.
Gulf Air (Bahrain) CEO Jeffrey Goh is actively considering widebody wet‑lease agreements to meet its capacity targets. This strategic shift comes as the airline’s own B787‑9 aircraft are hindered by persistent Trent 1000 engine issues.
