SMBC Aviation Capital Delivers First A320neo to SKY Express

SMBC Aviation Capital, a leading aircraft leasing firm headquartered in Dublin, has delivered an Airbus A320‑251N to SKY Express S.A., Greece’s prominent carrier. The aircraft, manufacturer serial number 12638, is powered by CFM International LEAP‑1A engines. Delivery was completed on June 26, 2025, at Airbus facilities in Toulouse, France.

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SMBC Aviation Capital Delivers Third A320neo to StarFlyer

SMBC Aviation Capital, a leading global aircraft lessor, has successfully delivered a new Airbus A320-251N to StarFlyer Inc. on July 23, 2025. The aircraft, bearing manufacturer serial number 12649, is the third A320neo provided to the Japanese airline under a three-plus-one aircraft agreement.

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Royal Jordanian Takes Delivery Of A320neo Serial 12384

Royal Jordanian has strengthened its single-aisle fleet with the addition of a new Airbus A320neo, bearing serial number 12384, as part of its strategy to modernize operations and enhance fuel efficiency. The aircraft supports the carrier’s regional and short-haul connectivity goals across the Middle East, Europe, and North Africa.

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Volaris Reports $63M Q2 Loss Amid Rising Costs And Load Dip

Volaris, the Mexican low-cost carrier, has reported a $63 million net loss for the second quarter of 2025, a sharp reversal from the $10 million profit it recorded in the same period last year. The loss was driven by a combination of declining unit revenues, increased operating expenses, and a slight drop in load factor.

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Air India A320neo Damaged After Runway Excursion In Mumbai

An Air India Airbus A320neo, operating as Flight AI2744, experienced a runway excursion upon landing at Mumbai International Airport on July 21, 2025, during heavy rainfall. The incident caused visible damage to the aircraft’s engine cowling and multiple tyres, but no injuries were reported among passengers or crew.

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Centrum Air Becomes Largest Private A321neo Operator In Uzbekistan

Centrum Air has officially become Uzbekistan’s largest private operator of the Airbus A321neo, following the delivery of its third aircraft of this type, marking a significant milestone in the airline’s rapid growth trajectory. The newly acquired A321neo, bearing manufacturer serial number 12499 and registered locally as UK32132, was delivered from Airbus’s Hamburg facility to Tashkent on July 19.

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flyadeal Takes Delivery Of A320neo MSN 12544

flyadeal, the Saudi Arabian low-cost carrier and subsidiary of Saudia Group, has taken delivery of a brand-new Airbus A320neo, bearing manufacturer serial number (MSN) 12544. The aircraft is powered by CFM International LEAP-1A26 engines, contributing to enhanced fuel efficiency and reduced emissions in line with the airline’s cost-conscious, high-utilization business model.

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China Southern Takes Delivery Of A320neo With LEAP-1A26

China Southern Airlines has expanded its single-aisle fleet with the delivery of a new Airbus A320neo, serial number 12627, powered by LEAP-1A26 engines. This addition continues the airline’s fleet modernization strategy, aimed at improving operational efficiency and reducing environmental impact.

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China Southern Adds A320neo With LEAP-1A26 Engines

China Southern has taken delivery of a new Airbus A320neo, bearing serial number 12736, as part of its ongoing fleet modernization efforts. The aircraft is powered by CFM International LEAP-1A26 engines, which offer significant performance and efficiency advantages over previous-generation powerplants.

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China Express Adds A320neo With PW1127G-JM Engines

China Express Airlines has expanded its fleet with the delivery of a new Airbus A320neo, identified by serial number 12689. The aircraft is powered by Pratt & Whitney PW1127G-JM geared turbofan engines, a highly efficient propulsion system designed for lower fuel burn and reduced emissions.