Jetstar Airways, the Australian low-cost subsidiary of Qantas Group, has received a new Airbus A320, identified by serial number 12545, expanding its short-haul fleet. The aircraft is powered by CFM International LEAP-1A26 engines, offering enhanced fuel efficiency and reduced carbon emissions compared to older variants.
Awesome Cargo, a Mexico-based all-cargo carrier, has expanded its fleet with the delivery of one Airbus A330-200P2F, bearing serial number 1252. The aircraft, which has been leased to the airline, is powered by General Electric CF6-80E1A4 engines, offering robust performance and efficiency for mid-to-long-haul freight operations.
Avianca Cargo, the freight division of Colombia’s national airline, has taken delivery of its first Airbus A330-200P2F, identified by serial number 1342, marking a significant milestone in the carrier’s fleet modernization program. This aircraft is the second of two widebody conversions the airline had planned, underscoring its commitment to expanding long-haul cargo capabilities.
Air Canada has expanded its narrowbody fleet with the delivery of one Airbus A220-300, identified by manufacturer serial number 55372. The aircraft is powered by Pratt & Whitney PW1521G-3 engines, part of the GTF (Geared Turbofan) engine family, known for delivering high fuel efficiency and reduced emissions.
Sabena technics, a leading French independent MRO provider, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU)with Aer Lingus, Ireland’s flag carrier, to provide comprehensive base maintenance and aircraft enhancements for the airline’s Airbus A330 fleet. The work will be carried out at Sabena technics’ Bordeaux facility over a three-year period from 2026 to 2029.
SMBC Aviation Capital, one of the world’s leading aircraft leasing firms based in Ireland, has finalized an agreement to lease one Airbus A320neo to Air Cairo, an Egyptian low-cost and charter carrier. The aircraft is scheduled for delivery in 2026, further supporting Air Cairo’s ongoing strategy to modernize and expand its fleet.
China Express Airlines is restructuring its fleet and procurement plans in a strategic shift that supports the introduction of domestically manufactured aircraft. The airline announced a reduction in its planned acquisition of A320 family aircraft, scaling down from four to two units. Additionally, the entity responsible for executing the transaction has been changed to Yunfei Aircraft Leasing (Shanghai)…
Chongqing Airlines, headquartered in China, has taken delivery of an Airbus A320 aircraft, identified by manufacturer serial number (MSN) 4365. The aircraft is powered by CFM56-5B4/3 engines, one of the most common engine choices for the A320ceo series, offering a proven record of fuel efficiency and durability in short- to medium-haul operations.
Breeze Airways, the U.S.-based low-cost carrier, is considering the Airbus A220-500 as a key component of its future fleet renewal strategy. The stretched variant of the A220 series is still under evaluation by Airbus, and its formal launch would pave the way for carriers like Breeze to update and streamline their aircraft portfolio with more fuel-efficient and passenger-friendly…
United Airlines, one of the largest carriers in the U.S., has expanded its single-aisle fleet with the delivery of a new Airbus A321neo, bearing manufacturer serial number (MSN) 12533. The aircraft is powered by PW1133G-JM engines, part of Pratt & Whitney’s GTF family, reflecting United’s strategy of modernizing its narrowbody operations with more fuel-efficient aircraft.
