Air China is set to expand its narrowbody fleet with the upcoming delivery of a new Airbus A319neo, manufacturer serial number (MSN 12678), as part of its ongoing fleet modernization program. The A319-153N variant is optimized for regional and high-altitude operations, offering enhanced performance and efficiency over earlier models.
Air China has completed the sale of a retired Boeing 747-400, marking another step in the carrier’s efforts to raise cash from non-active aircraft assets. The transaction was finalized for US $13.6 million, with the deal covering aircraft MSN 25882, which had spent its entire career flying under the Chinese flag carrier.
Capital Airlines, a subsidiary of the HNA Aviation Group, has officially received its second Airbus A330-200P2F, further strengthening its growing freighter operations. The delivery underlines the carrier’s continued role in supporting China’s expanding air cargo market, particularly amid the country’s increasing reliance on converted widebody freighters to handle growing logistics demand.
AirAsia is exploring a potential fleet expansion with the COMAC C919, marking what could become a historic order for the Chinese-built narrowbody aircraft. Tony Fernandes, CEO of Capital A, AirAsia’s parent company, revealed during the Belt and Road Summit in Hong Kong that the group is in active discussions with COMAC to acquire the type. If finalized, this would make AirAsia the first foreign…
Boeing has officially removed the final 737 MAX aircraft from its long-term storage site in Moses Lake, Washington, marking the conclusion of a six-year chapter that began when the type was grounded worldwide in 2019. At one point, Boeing had more than 450 aircraft parked at Moses Lake, awaiting delivery due to the global grounding and subsequent disruptions.
Air China is preparing to expand its fleet with the upcoming delivery of a Boeing 737-8 MAX, manufactured by Boeingand identified under serial number 60922. This latest narrowbody jet will support the airline’s domestic and regional network expansion, enhancing efficiency and passenger comfort.
Air China is set to expand its narrowbody fleet with the upcoming delivery of a new Airbus A321-252NX, carrying manufacturer serial number 12560, from Airbus. The aircraft will be registered as B-32LE and is equipped with a pair of CFM LEAP-1A30 engines, designed for improved fuel efficiency, lower emissions, and reduced noise compared to earlier models.
Air China has expanded its narrowbody fleet with the addition of a brand-new Airbus A319neo, manufacturer serial number (MSN) 12613, delivered directly from Airbus. The aircraft is configured as an A319-153N and is set to strengthen the airline’s operations on domestic and regional routes where efficiency, flexibility, and performance are critical.
Air China made notable adjustments to its fleet during June 2025, adding one Boeing 737 while retiring three Airbus A320 series aircraft. These updates brought the airline’s total active fleet to 934 aircraft by the end of the month, reflecting an ongoing strategy of fleet optimization amid evolving market conditions.
Air China has released a profit warning ahead of its first-half 2025 financial results, indicating that the airline anticipates a net loss between US$237 million and US$306 million. The forecast underscores continuing pressures on China’s flag carrier amid a difficult operating environment marked by increased fuel costs, competitive pricing, and a slower-than-expected international market recovery.
