China Southern has taken delivery of a new Airbus A320neo, bearing serial number 12736, as part of its ongoing fleet modernization efforts. The aircraft is powered by CFM International LEAP-1A26 engines, which offer significant performance and efficiency advantages over previous-generation powerplants.
China Express Airlines has expanded its fleet with the delivery of a new Airbus A320neo, identified by serial number 12689. The aircraft is powered by Pratt & Whitney PW1127G-JM geared turbofan engines, a highly efficient propulsion system designed for lower fuel burn and reduced emissions.
Air China made notable adjustments to its fleet during June 2025, adding one Boeing 737 while retiring three Airbus A320 series aircraft. These updates brought the airline’s total active fleet to 934 aircraft by the end of the month, reflecting an ongoing strategy of fleet optimization amid evolving market conditions.
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 Southern Airlines, one of China’s largest carriers, has disclosed a net loss of US$103 million for the first quarter of 2025, as its total revenues fell 2.7% to US$5.9 billion. The results point to a challenging operating environment for Chinese airlines, with lingering cost pressures and fragile demand recovery.
China’s imposition of retaliatory tariffs in response to trade policies introduced under US President Donald Trump is set to impact the financial feasibility of Boeing aircraft acquisitions by Chinese airlines. These tariffs, targeting key US exports, include significant increases on large civil aircraft, which could prompt Chinese carriers to rethink their fleet procurement strategies.
