Air Serbia is set to wet lease two additional Embraer E190s from Bulgaria Air to meet increased summer season demand. The fourth aircraft in this arrangement is expected to join the fleet by June 2025.
LAM (Mozambique) has shortlisted 14 companies in the first phase of its tender process to acquire Embraer E190 and Boeing B737-700 aircraft. The number of aircraft to be acquired is expected to be between three and eight, supporting the airline’s fleet modernization and expansion strategy.
Alliance Airlines (Australia) has confirmed a major fleet expansion centered around the Embraer E190, with multiple lease agreements set to strengthen its operations through 2025 and 2026.
Virgin Australia has restructured its E190-E2 acquisition strategy by transferring four aircraft on order to Azorra (US) under a sale & leaseback agreement. This transaction allows Virgin Australia to retain operational access to the aircraft while optimizing its financial flexibility.
Señor Air, a regional airline based in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico, has expanded its fleet with the acquisition of an Embraer ERJ-135 aircraft, identified by serial number 145361. This aircraft is equipped with AE3007A1P engines, known for their reliability and efficiency in regional flight operations.
JetBlue (US) has outlined its fleet expansion and modernization plans for 2025, expecting to take delivery of 24 new aircraft throughout the year. The airline will receive 20 Airbus A220s and four A321neos, marking a continued transition toward a more efficient and streamlined fleet.
Porter Airlines (Canada) has announced the addition of a new route between Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) and New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA), with flights set to commence on 1 May 2025. The airline will operate the route with the Embraer E195-E2, expanding its footprint in the Canada-US market.
Z Air, based in Bonaire, has taken delivery of its first jet aircraft, an ERJ145 with serial number 145667. This milestone marks an important step in the carrier’s fleet development as it seeks to expand its operational capabilities.
Mexicana, Mexico’s revived flag carrier, has reportedly cost taxpayers more than $1.72 billion during its first year of operations, as disclosed by a government agency. This figure includes expenses related to the purchase of 20 Embraer E2 aircraft, part of the airline’s fleet modernization strategy.
The Brazilian Development Bank (BNDES) has approved $355 million in financing to support Embraer’s export of 16 E175 aircraft to Republic Airways, a regional carrier in the United States. These aircraft will be delivered throughout 2025, with Republic Airways committing to make payments in US dollars directly to BNDES.
