Norwegian, one of Europe’s prominent low-cost carriers, has announced plans to purchase three Boeing 737-800 aircraft that are currently under lease. The acquisition is expected to close in the third quarter of 2025 and will initially be funded through the airline’s cash reserves, with efforts underway to secure long-term financing after completion.
Qantas, Australia’s flag carrier, has announced plans to lease four Boeing 737-800 aircraft by the end of 2025 to help bridge the capacity gap caused by delays in the delivery of its Airbus A321XLR fleet. The airline had expected a smoother integration of the A321XLRs into its domestic and regional network, but the first of these next-generation aircraft has already arrived three months…
Transavia, the Dutch low-cost carrier under the Air France-KLM Group, has taken delivery of its tenth Airbus A321neo, serial 12582, as part of its ongoing narrowbody fleet renewal program. In parallel, the airline has retired a Boeing 737-800, serial 28376, which has now been sent for dismantling in Wales. An additional four 737-800s are scheduled for retirement by the end of 2025.
Jet Time, a Danish charter and ACMI operator, has announced the extension of its partnership with Finnair through its first full-year ACMI contract, which will see two Boeing 737-800s operated on behalf of the Finnish flag carrier from winter 2025 until October 2026.
Donghai Airlines, a Shenzhen-based carrier, has taken delivery of a Boeing 737-800 under a lease agreement, with the aircraft bearing serial number 61270. The aircraft is powered by CFM International CFM56-7BE engines and will support the airline’s expanding network of domestic and regional routes in China.
Greater Bay Airlines, a Hong Kong-based carrier, has formally applied to the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) for a foreign air carrier permit and exemption, aiming to commence scheduled services from Hong Kong to U.S. territories in the Pacific. The airline intends to begin operations to Saipan in winter 2025/26 using a Boeing 737-800, with future expansion to Guam planned for 2026 using a Boeing 737-9.
China Airlines, the flag carrier of Taiwan, has announced that it is postponing the retirement of several of its Airbus A330s and Boeing 737-800s due to delays in the delivery of B787-9 Dreamliners, originally scheduled to arrive earlier. The delays may also result in compensation payments from Boeing, according to Chairman George Kao.
Badr Airlines, a passenger and cargo carrier based in Sudan, has taken delivery of a Boeing 737-800 aircraft bearing the manufacturer serial number 41158. The aircraft is owned by Ethiopian Airlines, which is one of Africa’s largest aviation groups and a major lessor in the region. This latest addition brings Badr Airlines’ fleet size to nine aircraft, supporting the airline’s growing…
Red Sea Airlines, based in Egypt, has announced the launch of seasonal charter services from Koltsovo Airport(Yekaterinburg, Russia) to Sharm el-Sheikh, beginning 23 July 2025. The airline will utilize Boeing 737-800 aircraft for these operations, with additional flights from Yekaterinburg also scheduled to start in July.
Kenya Airways is navigating significant operational challenges while planning future fleet expansion, according to COO George Kamal. Three of the airline’s nine B787 aircraft are currently grounded as the carrier awaits deliveries of GE engines, expected to arrive from August 2025. Despite these challenges, Kenya Airways remains proactive in updating and expanding its fleet. The airline currently operates eight B737-800s, having received…
