Lufthansa is expanding its widebody fleet with the acquisition of two additional Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners, originally manufactured for another airline but never taken up. These aircraft are expected to receive registrations D-ABQE and D-ABQF, reinforcing Lufthansa’s commitment to modernizing its long-haul fleet with fuel-efficient aircraft.
Air Libya has expanded its regional fleet with the acquisition of a second CRJ200, serial 7630, purchased from AviaAM Leasing. This latest addition strengthens the airline’s short-haul operations, providing increased flexibility and capacity for domestic and regional routes.
LOT Polish Airlines has announced plans to source additional Boeing 787 Dreamliners from the secondary market, as production backlogs and limited delivery slots prevent the airline from receiving new aircraft before the next decade. This move reflects LOT’s strategy to expand its long-haul fleet, ensuring continued growth despite supply chain constraints affecting new aircraft availability.
flynas, a prominent low-cost airline based in Saudi Arabia, has announced the successful closure of a Murabaha financing agreement with Bank Aljazira, valued at $132 million. This financing arrangement is designated for the acquisition of three Airbus A320neo aircraft, aligning with flynas’s ongoing efforts to expand and modernize its fleet.
XEJet, a Lagos-based airline, has bolstered its fleet with the acquisition of a fourth Bombardier CRJ200 aircraft, bearing the serial number 7937. This aircraft is owned by Regional One, a prominent aviation asset management firm headquartered in the United States.
Thai AirAsia, a prominent low-cost carrier based in Thailand, has unveiled plans to bolster its fleet by introducing six new Airbus A321neo aircraft in 2025. This expansion will bring the airline’s total fleet size to 66 aircraft by the end of the year.
Cebu Pacific CEO Mike Szucs has expressed interest in the development of a potential narrowbody airliner by Embraer, highlighting its potential to enhance global aircraft availability and stimulate competition among original equipment manufacturers (OEMs). Szucs noted that such an aircraft could be an attractive addition to the market, offering airlines more options and potentially improving supply dynamics.
Kuwait Airways is in the early stages of a fleet expansion plan as it looks to enhance its operational capacity. The airline, which currently operates 33 aircraft, is assessing options for increasing its fleet size to meet future market demands.
flydubai, the Dubai-based low-cost carrier, is actively pursuing a substantial fleet expansion plan. The airline is in talks to purchase 200 narrowbody jets, accompanied by options for an additional 100 aircraft. This move aims to support its growth strategy and modernize its existing fleet.
American Airlines has announced plans to expand its regional fleet by acquiring 12 used CRJ900s, with deliveries planned between 2025 and 2026. The move reflects the carrier’s continued investment in regional connectivity, ensuring operational efficiency and flexibility in the coming years.
