Spirit AeroSystems Holdings has reached a definitive agreement with Airbus to transfer ownership of certain assets and sites involved in the production of Airbus aerostructures directly to Airbus. The transaction is expected to close in the third quarter of 2025, representing a major structural shift in their longstanding manufacturing relationship.
Tibet Airlines, a regional carrier based in Lhasa, China, has added a new Airbus A319neo to its fleet. The aircraft, bearing serial number 11926, is powered by LEAP-1A26 engines from CFM International, further supporting the airline’s modernization and high-altitude operational capabilities.
Qatar Airways has expanded its widebody fleet with the delivery of one Airbus A330-300, serial number 1599, powered by Rolls-Royce Trent 772B-60 engines. The aircraft will bolster the airline’s mid- to long-range capacity, supporting both scheduled passenger services and flexible operational deployment.
Kuwait Airways has expanded its widebody fleet with the addition of one Airbus A330-900, serial number 2083, powered by Rolls-Royce Trent 7000-72 engines. This delivery is part of the airline’s ongoing modernization program, which focuses on enhancing long-haul capabilities and offering passengers greater comfort and efficiency.
flyadeal, the low-cost subsidiary of Saudia, has expanded its operational capabilities with the arrival of one Airbus A330-200, serial number 597, acquired via a wet lease from Turkish carrier Air Anka. The aircraft is powered by Rolls-Royce Trent 772B-60 engines and will provide additional widebody capacity for the airline’s growing network.
DHL Aviation, a major global logistics carrier under the Deutsche Post DHL Group, has taken delivery of one Airbus A300B4-600F freighter, serial number 557, to be operated by its German subsidiary EAT Leipzig. The aircraft is powered by PW4158 engines, manufactured by Pratt & Whitney.
China Southern Airlines, one of China’s largest carriers, has taken delivery of a new Airbus A321neo, bearing serial number 12569, marking another addition to its growing fleet of new-generation narrowbody aircraft. The aircraft is powered by LEAP-1A32 engines, developed by CFM International.
Aircalin, the flag carrier of New Caledonia, has announced plans to wet lease one Airbus A330-200 from Hi Fly, the Portuguese ACMI specialist, during the summer of 2025. The temporary lease is intended to cover operations out of Noumea while both of Aircalin’s A330-900neos are scheduled for maintenance.
Condor, the leisure airline based in Germany, has reported a net loss of $70.4 million for the 2023/24 financial year, even as the carrier posted a 16% increase in revenue to approximately $2.6 billion. The results highlight ongoing challenges in the post-pandemic aviation sector, particularly for airlines navigating rising operational costs and fleet modernization programs.
Star East Airline, a Romanian charter and ACMI operator, has taken delivery of its second Airbus A320, identified by serial number 415. The fleet expansion supports the airline’s growing operational footprint across Europe, particularly in the seasonal and ACMI leasing markets.
