CMA CGM Air Cargo, the cargo airline division of French shipping giant CMA CGM Group, has expanded its dedicated air fleet with the delivery of a Boeing B777F freighter, carrying serial number 68187. The aircraft is powered by GE90-110B1/115B engines, among the most powerful and reliable engines for long-haul freighter operations.
Gulf Air, the national carrier of Bahrain, has finalized an agreement with Boeing for the purchase of 12 B787 aircraft, with options for six additional units. This significant order represents a continued commitment by Gulf Air to expand and modernize its widebody fleet in support of long-haul growth strategies.
Air India Express has expanded its next-generation narrowbody fleet with the recent delivery of a Boeing B737-8, carrying manufacturer serial number 61712. This aircraft is powered by LEAP-1B engines produced by CFM International, known for their fuel efficiency and reduced emissions.
United Airlines, one of the largest U.S. carriers, has updated its delivery expectations for two major aircraft types. The airline now anticipates receiving its first Airbus A321XLR in summer 2026, a delay from the originally planned January 2026 timeframe. Additionally, the arrival of its first Boeing 737-10 is now forecasted for 2027, further extending the carrier’s wait for the largest variant of the…
flydubai, the low-cost airline based in the United Arab Emirates, has received a new Boeing 737-8, bearing manufacturer serial number (MSN) 61035. The aircraft is powered by CFM International LEAP-1B28 engines, bringing added fuel efficiency and range to the airline’s fast-growing Boeing 737 MAX fleet.
SkyTaxi, a Poland-based charter and cargo airline, reported a net profit of $4.8 million for the full year 2024, based on total revenues of $69.6 million. This performance underscores the carrier’s consistent profitability in a niche market dominated by ad hoc cargo and passenger services, including operations under ACMI and government contracts.
Turkish Airlines has received a new Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, serial number 65824, continuing its strategic expansion of long-haul capabilities. The aircraft is equipped with GEnx-1B74/75 engines, developed by GE Aerospace, known for their fuel efficiency and low-emission performance.
Norwegian has finalized a 10-year senior secured debt facility to support the acquisition of three mid-life Boeing 737-800 aircraft, further strengthening its single-aisle fleet for upcoming growth. The deal is expected to close during the third quarter of 2025 and underscores the airline’s strategy to own more of its fleet, reducing dependency on leases.
Atlas Air has officially concluded its narrowbody operations, marking the end of a chapter with the completion of its final CMI (Crew, Maintenance, and Insurance) flight for Amazon using a Boeing 737-800BCF, serial number 32663. This final flight draws a close to Atlas Air’s use of converted freighter narrowbody aircraft, shifting its operational focus exclusively to widebody freighters.
American Airlines has expanded its narrowbody fleet with the delivery of a Boeing 737-8, serial number 44514, continuing its modernization strategy focused on fuel-efficient aircraft. The aircraft is equipped with LEAP-1B25 engines, developed by CFM International, delivering improved performance, fuel economy, and environmental benefits.
