AviLease, the Saudi Arabia-based aircraft leasing firm, has announced a major fleet acquisition plan with Airbus, placing firm orders for 10 A350F freighters and 30 A320neo Family aircraft. The agreement includes provisions to expand the order to as many as 22 A350Fs and 55 A320neos, reflecting the company’s long-term growth strategy.
Pratt & Whitney has introduced a significant performance enhancement for its PW1100G-JM engine, known as the Hot Section Plus (HS+) upgrade. This new offering is derived from the company’s GTF Advantage technology and is aimed at improving the durability and operational efficiency of engines powering the A320neo aircraft family.
Volaris, the Mexican ultra-low-cost carrier, has added a new Airbus A320neo to its fleet, bearing serial number 12554 and powered by Pratt & Whitney PW1127G-JM engines. This delivery supports Volaris’s ongoing fleet expansion strategy and environmental performance objectives.
China Eastern Airlines has expanded its narrowbody fleet with the delivery of a new Airbus A320neo, bearing serial number 12615, and powered by LEAP-1A26 engines from CFM International. This aircraft continues the airline’s steady integration of next-generation jets designed for improved efficiency and environmental performance.
Air New Zealand has detailed its upcoming fleet expansion and leasing activities, with the next delivery milestone being an Airbus A320neo expected to arrive in late June 2025. Following this, the airline anticipates the addition of an ATR72 in July, and two Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners powered by GE engines scheduled for March and April 2026, respectively.
Jazeera Airways, the low-cost carrier based in Kuwait, is actively pursuing longer-range narrowbody aircraft to expand its network and enhance operational flexibility. The airline is in discussions with lessors to acquire Airbus A321LR and A321XLR jets and is also evaluating Embraer’s E2 family, while currently ruling out widebody acquisitions.
China Eastern Airlines has taken delivery of a new Airbus A320neo, as part of its ongoing fleet modernization initiative. The aircraft bears manufacturer serial number 12615 and is powered by LEAP-1A26 engines, a high-efficiency model developed by CFM International.
LATAM Brasil and its Chilean counterpart have bolstered their respective fleets with the addition of one Airbus A320neo each. The aircraft, serials 8789 and 12558, were both delivered on lease and are powered by advanced PW1127G-JM engines.
Spirit Airlines (US) has entered into a pivotal agreement with International Aero Engines (IAE) that will see IAE provide monthly credits through the end of 2025 to mitigate the financial impact of the GTF engine issues that have plagued Spirit’s operations. This move is expected to partially offset an estimated liquidity impact of $150-195 million, giving the airline critical breathing room to manage…
LATAM Brasil has taken delivery of a leased Airbus A320neo, serial 8688, featuring Pratt & Whitney PW1127G‑JMengines. This delivery strengthens the airline’s narrow-body fleet, enhancing its capacity and efficiency in domestic and regional operations.
