Southwest Airlines, the largest operator of the Boeing 737 in the world, has expanded its fleet with the delivery of a new Boeing 737-8, bearing serial number 68894. The aircraft is powered by LEAP-1B28 engines, continuing the airline’s commitment to fleet standardization and operational efficiency.
Singapore Airlines has received a new Boeing 737-8, bearing serial number 44265, as part of its ongoing narrowbody fleet modernization program. The aircraft is powered by LEAP-1B27 engines, supplied by CFM International, offering improvements in fuel efficiency and noise reduction over previous-generation models.
Royal Air Maroc, the national airline of Morocco, is reportedly in advanced negotiations to place a major aircraft order with Boeing, covering up to 50 Boeing 737 MAX jets and 24 Boeing 787 Dreamliners, as part of its fleet renewal strategy. Simultaneously, Airbus is preparing to secure a smaller order for 20 A220 aircraft, aiming to expand its presence in the North African market.
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.
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.
Air New Zealand has detailed its upcoming fleet expansion and leasing activities, with the next delivery milestone being an Airbus A320neo expected to arrive in late June 2025. Following this, the airline anticipates the addition of an ATR72 in July, and two Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners powered by GE engines scheduled for March and April 2026, respectively.
Boeing recorded a significant uptick in commercial activity for May 2025, logging 303 gross aircraft orders and delivering 45 aircraft during the month. The company also rolled out 38 units of the B737 MAX, underscoring the model’s ongoing production ramp-up and global demand.
Avation, a Singapore-based aircraft leasing company, has entered into an agreement to sell a Boeing 777-300ER that is currently on lease to Philippine Airlines. The transaction is expected to be completed in the third quarter of 2025, representing a significant divestment from its widebody portfolio.
Alaska Airlines, a major U.S. carrier, has taken delivery of a new Boeing 737-8, bearing manufacturer serial number 68517. The aircraft is equipped with LEAP-1B engines supplied by CFM International, furthering the airline’s commitment to fleet modernization and fuel-efficient operations.
