SMBC Aviation Capital has released its highly anticipated Plane Insights Q3 2026 Publication, offering fresh perspectives on global fleet trends, leasing developments, and strategic shifts among airlines and lessors as the industry adapts to evolving challenges.
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easyJet (UK) has taken delivery of a new Airbus A320neo, serial number 12551, further advancing the airline’s fleet modernization and sustainability initiatives. The aircraft is powered by LEAP-1A26 engines, produced by CFM International, and joins one of Europe’s largest A320 family fleets.
Jet2, a major UK-based leisure airline, has taken delivery of an Airbus A330-200 aircraft under a wet lease agreementfrom Hi Fly Malta. The aircraft, carrying serial number 700, is powered by CF6-80E1A4 engines developed by GE Aviation.
Air India, through its wholly owned subsidiary AI Fleet Services, has completed the acquisition of six Boeing 777-300ER aircraft that were previously operated under lease agreements. The aircraft, with serial numbers 39686, 39687, 39688, 39689, 39690, and 41701, were purchased in advance of their scheduled lease expirations in 2026, signaling a strategic move to consolidate fleet ownership.
Emirates Delays Airbus A350-1000 Order Over Engine Concerns as the airline reassesses its long-haul fleet expansion strategy amid ongoing reliability and durability questions surrounding the aircraft’s powerplant. The decision underscores Emirates’ long-standing emphasis on operational performance and technical maturity when committing to major fleet investments.
Etihad Airways has taken a major step in its fleet development strategy by finalizing an agreement with Avolon for the lease of 13 new Airbus aircraft. The deal, announced at the Dubai Airshow, covers nine A330neo widebodies and four A320neo family narrowbodies, all sourced from Avolon’s substantial forward orderbook. These aircraft will play a central role in Etihad’s medium-haul and short-haul…
ST Engineering has strengthened its Commercial Aerospace business in Singapore with the official opening of a new engine MRO facility at its Paya Lebar aerospace compound. The multimillion-dollar expansion was inaugurated by Singapore’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Trade and Industry, Gan Kim Yong, highlighting the company’s growing role in supporting global engine maintenance needs.
