Airseven, a Danish charter airline, has taken delivery of a Boeing 737-800, bearing serial number 35271. The aircraft is operated by Copenhagen Airtaxi, also based in Denmark, and is powered by CFM56-7B26 engines, a popular and widely used engine type for this aircraft model.
Aviation Capital Group (ACG), a prominent U.S.-based aircraft lessor, has announced the signing of a definitive agreement with Avolon Aerospace Leasing of Ireland to acquire a portfolio of 20 aircraft. The deal includes 16 narrowbody and 4 widebody aircraft currently on lease to 17 airlines across 16 countries, further diversifying ACG’s global leasing footprint.
Ashland Place Finance, a U.S.-based aviation finance provider, has completed two new aircraft leasing facilities for Sirius Aviation Capital Holdings, headquartered in the UAE. The transaction includes two Airbus A320 aircraft now on operating lease with Peach Aviation of Japan and Volaris of Mexico, enhancing both carriers’ narrowbody fleets.
Andes Líneas Aéreas, an Argentine carrier, has added two Boeing 737-700 aircraft, with serial numbers 38125 and 38126, to its fleet through lease agreements. The aircraft are expected to strengthen Andes’ operational capacity and enhance its position in Argentina’s competitive domestic aviation market.
American Airlines has expanded its widebody fleet with the delivery of a Boeing 787-9, serial number 66011, powered by GEnx-1B74/75 engines. The delivery supports the carrier’s long-haul network strategy and commitment to more efficient, next-generation aircraft.
Akasa Air, the Indian low-cost carrier, has taken delivery of a Boeing 737-8200, registered as VT-YBE, powered by LEAP-1B engines. This aircraft marks a significant addition to the airline’s expanding fleet as it scales up operations across India and key regional markets.
JetSMART, the Chilean ultra-low-cost carrier, has taken delivery of an Airbus A321neo, manufacturer serial number (MSN) 12430, powered by Pratt & Whitney PW1133G-JM engines. The aircraft adds high-density capacity to JetSMART’s growing narrowbody fleet as it targets expansion across South America.
Beijing Capital Airlines has taken delivery of an Airbus A320, manufacturer serial number (MSN) 6730, powered by CFM56-5B4/3 engines. The aircraft joins the carrier’s expanding narrowbody fleet, serving domestic and regional routes across China and nearby Asian markets.
Air Sierra Leone has taken delivery of a Boeing 737-8, manufacturer serial number (MSN) 44863, through a wet lease agreement with Ascend Airways of the United Kingdom. The aircraft is powered by LEAP-1B27 engines, offering improved fuel efficiency and reduced emissions compared to previous-generation models.
Turkish Airlines reported a net loss of US$44 million for the first quarter of 2025 on revenues totaling US$4.88 billion. Despite the loss, the airline maintained a strong cash and cash equivalents position of US$2.3 billion, reinforcing its liquidity strength heading into the peak summer season.
