Garuda Indonesia, the national airline of Indonesia, has expanded its fleet with the addition of a Boeing B737-800. The aircraft, bearing serial number 30142, is leased and powered by CFM56-7B26 engines. This new addition is expected to bolster Garuda’s operational capacity, particularly on short and medium-haul routes.
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Egypt-based carrier Nesma Airlines has officially taken delivery of an Airbus A320, bearing serial number 3135, on lease and powered by dependable CFM International CFM56-5B4/P engines. This aircraft acquisition supports Nesma Airlines’ continued fleet growth and operational expansion strategy.
AirExplore (Slovakia) and its sister carrier SmartLynx Airlines (Latvia) are currently evaluating changes to their narrowbody freighter strategy, signaling potential adjustments in fleet deployment and operational focus. The move comes amid shifts in demand for converted cargo aircraft, as well as ongoing market fluctuations in the air freight sector.
VietJet, the Vietnamese low-cost carrier, has further expanded its next-generation fleet with the delivery of one Airbus A321neo, bearing serial number 12520. The aircraft is equipped with PW1133G-JM engines, manufactured by Pratt & Whitney, and reflects the airline’s ongoing investment in fuel-efficient, high-capacity aircraft to meet rising demand across its domestic and regional network.
Delta Air Lines, a major player in the global aviation sector, has recently expanded its aircraft fleet by taking delivery of a new Airbus A350-900. This aircraft, with serial number 720, is outfitted with Rolls-Royce Trent XWB-84 engines, known for their operational efficiency and environmental benefits.
Aerolineas Argentinas, the national airline of Argentina, has announced plans to close 17 of its 21 branch officeslocated across provincial regions of the country, effective 30 April 2025. The move is part of a broader cost-cutting directive issued by the Argentine government, which continues to restructure state-owned enterprises.
Air Seoul, a South Korean low-cost carrier, has announced yet another postponement of its loan repayment to its parent company, Asiana Airlines. This marks the 18th extension of the loan’s maturity date since the airline first borrowed US$20.6 million in June 2020.
