WestJet, Canada’s Calgary-based airline, has expanded its single-aisle operations with the leased delivery of a Boeing 737-8, bearing serial number 44298. The aircraft is powered by LEAP-1B27 engines, manufactured by CFM International, continuing the airline’s transition toward a more efficient and environmentally friendly fleet.
Tarom, the Romanian flag carrier, is set to wet lease an Airbus A320 from Malta MedAir starting 12 June 2025. The aircraft will be used to operate flights on the Bucharest–Amsterdam route, enhancing schedule reliability and operational flexibility during the busy summer travel period.
PLAY Europe, the Maltese branch of Icelandic low-cost airline PLAY, has expanded its fleet with the delivery of an Airbus A321neo, serial number 7939, under a lease agreement. The aircraft is powered by LEAP-1A32 engines supplied by CFM International, enhancing the carrier’s fuel efficiency and range capabilities.
Griffin Global Asset Management, an Ireland-based aircraft leasing company, has finalized long-term lease agreements with United Airlines for six new Boeing 737-9 aircraft, all of which were delivered during April and May 2025. The deal underlines Griffin’s strategic relationship with one of the world’s largest carriers and reflects growing demand for fuel-efficient narrowbody jets.
Garuda Indonesia has announced a major fleet expansion plan aiming to add up to 120 aircraft over the next five years. This bold move is part of the airline’s strategy to reclaim dominance in the domestic aviation market, with a target of achieving 50% market share across Indonesia.
FlyKhiva, a cargo airline based in Uzbekistan, is planning to lease up to three Boeing 767-300F aircraft by the end of 2025, signaling an aggressive expansion of its freighter fleet. The move reflects FlyKhiva’s ambition to enhance its capacity and solidify its presence in long-haul cargo markets connecting Asia and Europe.
Cargojet Airways, the Canadian cargo airline, has expanded its freighter fleet with the delivery of a Boeing 767-300ERF, bearing serial number 29383. The aircraft is equipped with CF6-80C2B6F engines, known for their robust performance and reliability in freighter operations.
Avation, the Singapore-based leasing company, has announced the delivery and sale of a new ATR72-600 to an undisclosed airline in the Caribbean. The transaction resulted in approximately $5 million in net cash proceeds, marking a successful and profitable disposal for the lessor.
Air Montenegro has entered into a long-term lease agreement for an Embraer E195 regional jet, bearing serial number 19000184, reinforcing its commitment to fleet modernization and route expansion. The lease aligns with the carrier’s broader goal of maintaining a flexible and efficient fleet to meet rising passenger demand.
Jazeera Airways, the low-cost carrier based in Kuwait, is actively pursuing longer-range narrowbody aircraft to expand its network and enhance operational flexibility. The airline is in discussions with lessors to acquire Airbus A321LR and A321XLR jets and is also evaluating Embraer’s E2 family, while currently ruling out widebody acquisitions.
