AerCap Holdings N.V., the global leader in aviation leasing, has reported a robust set of activities for the third quarter of 2025, completing a total of 146 transactions across aircraft, engines, and helicopters. The update highlights AerCap’s strong position in the aviation leasing market and its ability to manage an extensive global fleet portfolio.
Azul Linhas Aéreas, Brazil’s largest regional carrier, is pushing deeper into its Chapter 11 restructuring plan with sweeping measures designed to reset its balance sheet and stabilize operations. The airline confirmed it will return 20 aircraft, most of them older Embraer E195s already parked, while simultaneously trimming its network by exiting more than 15 cities and cutting 50 routes.
Austrian Airlines is preparing a major overhaul of its fleet strategy, announcing its intent to retire its current fleet of 17 Embraer E195 aircraft as it aims to simplify operations by focusing solely on Boeing and Airbus aircraft in the future. As part of this shift, the carrier also plans to retire its Boeing 767 and Boeing 777 aircraft, replacing them with new Boeing…
Embraer has officially inaugurated its new commercial Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) facilities at Perot Field Alliance Airport in Fort Worth, Texas, marking a major expansion of the company’s support infrastructure for North American operators of its E-Jet family.
Air Peace, one of Nigeria’s largest privately-owned carriers, has expanded its jet fleet with the delivery of one Embraer E195, bearing manufacturer serial number 19000029. The aircraft is equipped with GE CF34-10E7 engines, supporting its performance on both domestic and regional routes throughout West Africa.
Airlink, a prominent regional airline based in South Africa, has announced plans to lease ten brand-new Embraer E195-E2 aircraft from Azorra, a U.S.-based aircraft leasing company. The lease agreement marks a major step in Airlink’s ongoing fleet modernization strategy and positions the airline for expanded capacity and improved fuel efficiency. Deliveries of the aircraft are expected to begin in…
Air Peace, Nigeria’s largest airline, has expanded its fleet with the addition of an Airbus A320 (MSN 3631) through an ACMI lease agreement with SmartLynx Malta. The carrier is also preparing to take delivery of one Embraer E195(MSN 19000029) on dry lease from U.S.-based lessor Regional One. These strategic fleet moves aim to reinforce Air Peace’s regional and domestic coverage while improving operational flexibility.
Air Montenegro has entered into a long-term lease agreement for an Embraer E195 regional jet, bearing serial number 19000184, reinforcing its commitment to fleet modernization and route expansion. The lease aligns with the carrier’s broader goal of maintaining a flexible and efficient fleet to meet rising passenger demand.
Azorra, a U.S.-based aircraft leasing firm, has announced the execution of definitive purchase agreements to acquire a substantial portfolio of 49 Embraer E-Jets and two GE CF34 engines from Dubai Aerospace Enterprise (DAE). The aircraft and engines are leased to 12 different airline customers worldwide, highlighting the deal’s geographic and operational diversity.
SAS Link, a regional subsidiary of Scandinavian Airlines (SAS), has expanded its fleet with the delivery of an Embraer E195, bearing serial number 19000749, acquired on lease and powered by CF34-10E5 engines from GE Aerospace. The delivery marks a strategic investment in fleet growth and regional route coverage.
