flynas, the Saudi Arabian low-cost carrier, has expanded its modern narrowbody fleet with the delivery of one Airbus A320neo, identified by serial number 12614 and powered by LEAP-1A26 engines. This latest addition reinforces flynas’ ongoing commitment to operate a young and fuel-efficient fleet optimized for regional and international connectivity.
Copa Holdings, the parent company of Copa Airlines based in Panama, has announced the exercise of purchase optionsfor six additional Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft. The newly added aircraft are expected to be delivered in 2028, increasing the group’s firm order book to a total of 57 aircraft.
China Airlines has announced a significant order with Boeing for 14 next-generation 777X aircraft, including 10 777-9 passenger jets and 4 777-8 freighters (777-8F). The Taiwanese carrier also secured purchase options for an additional 5 777-9s and 4 777-8Fs, solidifying its long-term fleet modernization and cargo expansion plans.
LATAM Brasil, a leading carrier in South America, has expanded its narrowbody fleet with the delivery of an Airbus A320neo, serial number 8702, acquired on lease and powered by Pratt & Whitney PW1127G-JM engines. This aircraft supports the airline’s goal of maintaining efficient and sustainable operations on its domestic and short-haul regional routes.
Jetstar, the low-cost subsidiary of Qantas Group, has taken delivery of a new Airbus A321neo, serial number 12159, equipped with CFM International LEAP-1A32 engines. This aircraft enhances the carrier’s capacity on high-density domestic and short-haul international routes from Australia.
Garuda Indonesia has expanded its widebody fleet with the delivery of a new Airbus A330-900, serial number 1887, acquired on lease. The aircraft is powered by Rolls-Royce Trent 7000-72 engines, offering improved fuel efficiency and reduced emissions over previous-generation A330 models.
Avelo Air, a low-cost carrier based in the United States, has expanded its operational fleet with the delivery of a Boeing 737-800, serial number 36566. The aircraft has been acquired on lease and is powered by CFM56-7B26 engines, a widely used and reliable model in the narrowbody market.
7 Air, a U.S.-based cargo carrier, has announced plans to expand its freighter fleet by acquiring three additional B737-800F aircraft by the end of 2025. The move aligns with the airline’s strategy to scale operations in response to rising demand for e-commerce and regional cargo logistics.
Sun Country Airlines, a U.S.-based hybrid carrier operating both passenger and cargo services, announced plans to add eight additional freighter aircraft in 2025, a significant expansion of its cargo capacity. Three of these freighters were delivered in Q1, with the remaining five expected to arrive by the end of the third quarter.
Frontier Airlines, a major U.S.-based low-cost carrier, continued to strengthen its fleet strategy during the first quarter of 2025 by extending 14 aircraft leases that were originally scheduled to end in 2026 and 2027. This strategic move reflects the airline’s focus on maintaining operational continuity and avoiding short-term capacity gaps amid increasing demand projections.
