CDB Aviation (Ireland) has successfully closed a sale/leaseback transaction for one Airbus A350-900 with Air France, a longstanding airline customer. This agreement highlights the ongoing collaboration between the lessor and the carrier, further strengthening their strategic partnership.
Azul (Brazil) has taken a strategic step in its fleet renewal program by returning one Airbus A330-200, identified by serial 494, to its lessor. This move is part of Azul’s efforts to modernize its long-haul operations and enhance operational efficiency.
Asman Airlines (Kyrgyzstan) has unveiled plans to lease two Airbus aircraft—either A320s or A321s—in 2025 to support its ambitions for launching routes to Europe. This initiative is contingent on the airline’s removal from the EU Air Safety List, a prerequisite for operating within European airspace.
AirSial (Pakistan) is enhancing its operations with the acquisition of additional aircraft to meet its growing demand. The airline has signed an agreement to lease two Airbus A320s from AerCap (Ireland), which will increase the carrier’s fleet to nine aircraft upon delivery. These additions are part of AirSial’s strategy to strengthen its capacity and network.
TrueNoord (Netherlands) has completed the acquisition of seven ATR72-600 aircraft from GOAL Aircraft Leasing (Germany). These aircraft are currently on lease to prominent European carriers, further strengthening TrueNoord’s regional aviation portfolio.
ASL Aviation Holdings (Ireland) is set to expand its cargo operations by potentially operating a B737-800BDSF for DHL (Germany). The aircraft, identified by serial 30499, is expected to be flown under CMI (Crew, Maintenance, and Insurance) service, further strengthening the partnership between the two companies.
Avolon (Ireland), a leading global aircraft leasing company, has announced a significant enhancement to its unsecured revolving credit facility. The facility, backed by a syndicate of 25 banks, has been upsized by $1 billion, bringing the total to $5.8 billion, and its maturity date has been extended by two and a half years, from April 2026 to October 2028.
Thai Airways International is taking significant steps to simplify and modernize its fleet, focusing on operating three widebody aircraft types and a single narrowbody family in the medium term. This strategy reflects the airline’s efforts to enhance efficiency, reduce operational complexity, and align with its growth objectives.
Stratos, a prominent aircraft investment specialist and asset manager, has delivered two Airbus A320ceos on long-term operating lease to Turkish Airlines. The delivery, announced on 25 November 2024, supports Turkish Airlines’ ongoing fleet expansion, further solidifying its position as the airline with the most extensive global network.
China Aircraft Leasing Group Holdings Limited (CALC), a prominent lessor based in Hong Kong, has entered into sale and purchase agreements with WWTAI Airopco 1 Bermuda for the divestment of six aircraft. The transaction, facilitated through six of CALC’s Special Purpose Vehicles (SPVs), is expected to be finalized by March 2025.
