Qeshm Airlines, an Iranian carrier, has returned an Airbus A300-600 to active service after it remained grounded for three years due to the unavailability of critical spare parts. The aircraft’s reactivation comes as a significant operational gain for the airline amidst persistent challenges posed by sanctions and parts procurement constraints.
BOC Aviation, a leading Singapore-based aircraft lessor, has placed five Airbus A321neo aircraft with Thai Airways International, as part of its ongoing fleet development strategy and collaboration with major carriers in Asia.
Airbus has recorded significant commercial activity in March 2025, securing a diverse mix of narrowbody and widebody aircraft orders, while simultaneously cancelling a major order previously placed by Go First, an Indian low-cost carrier undergoing insolvency proceedings.
Air Algerie has expanded its fleet with the delivery of a second Airbus A320, acquired under a wet lease arrangement from Amelia, a French regional carrier. The aircraft, identified by serial number 4335, joins the airline’s growing narrowbody fleet as it works to boost regional connectivity and capacity.
Philippine Airlines has announced that it will commence a cabin retrofit program for its Airbus A321 fleet starting in May 2025, part of a broader initiative to modernize the in-flight experience and standardize cabin configurations across its narrowbody operations.
flynas, the Saudi Arabian low-cost carrier, has added another Airbus A320neo to its growing fleet as part of its ongoing expansion plan. The newly delivered aircraft, bearing serial number 12506, is powered by LEAP-1A26 engines, offering improved fuel efficiency and performance for regional and medium-haul operations.
China Aircraft Leasing Group (CALC) has finalized a lease agreement with Thai Airways International to provide nine Airbus A321neo aircraft. The aircraft will be delivered in phased installments between 2026 and 2028, supporting Thai Airways’ narrowbody fleet renewal and capacity expansion.
Air India Express, the low-cost arm of the Air India Group, has taken delivery of two Airbus A321neo aircraft as part of its ongoing fleet modernization and expansion strategy. The aircraft bear serial numbers 11113 and 11260, and are powered by LEAP-1A32 engines. Both units are leased from undisclosed lessors.
Starlux Airlines, the Taipei-based premium carrier, has unveiled ambitious plans to significantly grow both its passengerand freighter fleets over the next four years. By 2027, the airline aims to operate 48 passenger aircraft, while its cargo division is projected to reach 10 dedicated freighters by 2029.
Southwind Airlines, a Turkish carrier, has recently expanded its narrowbody fleet with the acquisition of two Airbus A321 aircraft, formerly operated by Armenian Airlines. The jets bear serial numbers 3106 and 5282, adding to Southwind’s growing capacity in the single-aisle segment.
