China Eastern has issued a financial forecast anticipating a net loss between $167 million and $223 million for the first half of 2025. This projection underscores ongoing challenges faced by the airline as it works to stabilize operations and finances in the post-pandemic era, amid complex market dynamics and shifting passenger demand.
China Eastern Airlines has expanded its narrowbody fleet with the delivery of a Boeing 737-8, bearing manufacturer serial number 61637, powered by LEAP-1B27 engines. This delivery is part of the airline’s broader initiative to modernize its short-to-medium-haul operations with more fuel-efficient and environmentally compliant aircraft.
China Eastern Airlines has announced a broad revision of its existing aircraft and engine lease agreements, alongside the renewal of several key service contracts, including those related to financial services, logistics, and in-flight catering. The revised and renewed agreements come with proposed annual caps extending through 2028, signaling long-term operational planning and cost control.
China Eastern Airlines has taken delivery of two significant additions to its narrowbody fleet: one Airbus A321neo, serial 12657, and one COMAC C919, serial 00033. The A321neo is powered by LEAP-1A32 engines, while the C919 is equipped with LEAP-1C28 engines, both manufactured by CFM International.
China Eastern Airlines has received another COMAC C919, bearing serial number 00033, powered by LEAP-1C28 engines, underscoring its role as the launch customer and leading operator of China’s first domestically developed narrowbody jet. The delivery continues the airline’s incremental fleet expansion with the C919 as it aims to diversify from Western-built aircraft and strengthen national aerospace capabilities.
China Eastern Airlines has taken delivery of a new Airbus A320neo, bearing serial number 12721, as part of its ongoing narrowbody fleet modernization initiative. The aircraft is powered by CFM International LEAP-1A26 engines, offering enhanced fuel efficiency and reduced emissions.
China Eastern Airlines has expanded its narrowbody fleet with the delivery of a new Airbus A320neo, bearing serial number 12615, and powered by LEAP-1A26 engines from CFM International. This aircraft continues the airline’s steady integration of next-generation jets designed for improved efficiency and environmental performance.
China Eastern Airlines has taken delivery of a new Airbus A320neo, as part of its ongoing fleet modernization initiative. The aircraft bears manufacturer serial number 12615 and is powered by LEAP-1A26 engines, a high-efficiency model developed by CFM International.
China Eastern has expanded its fleet with the recent delivery of a C909 aircraft, serial number 10167, powered by CF34-10A engines. This new addition aligns with the airline’s strategic plan to modernize its fleet and boost operational performance on domestic and regional routes.
China Eastern Airlines, one of China’s largest carriers, has accepted the delivery of an Airbus A321neo aircraft, identified by manufacturer serial number (MSN) 12399. The aircraft is powered by CFM International LEAP-1A32 engines, which offer significant reductions in fuel burn, noise, and CO₂ emissions compared to previous-generation narrowbody aircraft.
