QantasLink has announced it will commence scheduled services to Christmas Island and the Cocos (Keeling) Islandsfor the first time, with operations set to begin on 3 November 2025. The new flights are part of a five-year partnership with the Australian Government to provide both passenger and dedicated freight connections to the Indian Ocean Territories.
K5 Aviation has taken delivery of a brand-new Airbus A319neo ACJ (A319-153N), marking another addition to its elite fleet of VIP-configured aircraft. The aircraft, bearing manufacturer serial number 12695, was officially handed over by Airbus and will serve high-end private charter operations.
West Air, the Chinese low-cost carrier and part of the HNA Group, has officially taken delivery of a new Airbus A319neo, further enhancing its growing narrowbody fleet. The aircraft, with manufacturer serial number 12630, was delivered from Airbus’ Hamburg facility and features a single-class cabin configuration capable of accommodating 144 passengers.
Global Crossing Airlines Group (GlobalX), a U.S.-based charter and ACMI operator, has completed the acquisition of one Airbus A320, bearing manufacturer serial number 3101, marking its first direct aircraft purchase. In addition, GlobalX has signed definitive lease agreements for four Airbus A319s with serials 2477, 2481, 2492, and 2503, with scheduled deliveries spanning from August to November 2025.
3TOP Aviation Services, based in the UK, has completed the acquisition of Airbus A319 airframe MSN 2762, formerly operated by Royal Jordanian. The aircraft has been acquired for disassembly, and its components will be harvested to support aftermarket needs.
AMS (UK) has successfully concluded the sale of two CFM56-5B6/3 engines, manufactured in 2008, on behalf of their owner. The engines, bearing serial numbers 697839 and 697840, were marketed through an exhaustive and competitive Request for Proposal (RFP) process, demonstrating strong demand for mid-life engines in the secondary market.
S7 Airlines, a prominent carrier in Russia, has expanded its fleet with the delivery of an Airbus A319, bearing serial number 2373. The aircraft is powered by CFM56-5A5 engines, manufactured by CFM International, and is expected to enhance the airline’s domestic and regional route performance.
Crestone, a U.S.-based aviation leasing company, has expanded its fleet portfolio with the purchase of three narrowbody aircraft. The acquisition includes two Airbus A319s currently leased to American Airlines and one Airbus A320 on lease to TAP Portugal.
World Star Aviation (UK) has arranged and structured the acquisition of four Airbus A319 aircraft, all currently leased to easyJet (UK), in a transaction that also marks the first deployment of Xiamen Aircraft Leasing’s (XMAL)newly established Irish platform, called Renew Star.
Myanmar Airways International (MAI) has expanded its fleet with the addition of an Airbus A319, serial number 3983, powered by CFM International CFM56-5B6/3 engines. The aircraft is expected to be deployed on short- to medium-haul routes throughout Southeast Asia and South Asia.
