Belavia, the national airline of Belarus, is on the verge of significantly bolstering its fleet by adding three Airbus A330aircraft. These planes were previously operated by Magic Air of Gambia and are being repurposed to fit Belavia’s operational needs.
Dubai Aerospace Enterprise (DAE), based in the UAE, has successfully delivered the sixth and final Boeing B737 MAX family aircraft to Aeromexico. This delivery marks the completion of DAE’s current mandate with the airline, which included three B737-8 and three B737-9 aircraft.
China Aircraft Leasing Group (CALC) has reached a significant milestone with the successful delivery of its 200th aircraft, an Airbus A321neo, serial number 12332, to United Airlines. This event is noteworthy as it marks the first delivery from CALC’s Mobile, Alabama, facility, underscoring the leasing company’s expanding operations and global reach.
United Airlines has announced plans to retire 21 aircraft earlier than scheduled in early 2025 as part of a broader cost-saving strategy. This decision follows internal projections of lower-than-anticipated Q1 profitability, prompting the airline to optimize its operations and preserve cash. While specific aircraft types have not been disclosed, the move is expected to be cash-positive in the current fiscal year.
US-based carrier Allegiant Air has taken delivery of a brand-new Boeing 737-8200, serial number 68007, powered by advanced CFM International LEAP-1B27 engines, marking a significant step in its ongoing fleet renewal and expansion strategy.
Air Hong Kong has announced plans to retire its last three Airbus A300-600F freighters in 2025, marking the next phase in its fleet modernization strategy. Originally set for an earlier transition to an all-A330F fleet, the airline has now adjusted its timeline, with the process expected to be completed a year later than planned.
TAP Air Portugal has successfully secured US$210 million in financing, with the debt maturing in 2029 and carrying an interest rate of 4.467%. This strategic financial move is part of TAP’s ongoing efforts to strengthen its capital structure and support its operational and strategic initiatives.
Emirates (UAE) is set to spend $5 billion on retrofitting 220 aircraft, as the airline faces delays in the delivery of new aircraft from manufacturers. President Tim Clark emphasized that this investment is essential to sustaining the airline’s extensive global network while awaiting fleet modernization.
Jeju Air, South Korea’s leading low-cost carrier, has bolstered its fleet by acquiring a new Boeing 737-8 aircraft. This addition brings the airline’s total fleet size to 41 aircraft, including three B737-8 units received since 2023.
ANA Holdings, the parent company of All Nippon Airways (ANA), has announced adjustments to its aircraft delivery schedule due to ongoing supply chain challenges. Originally slated to receive 11 Boeing aircraft in fiscal 2025, the company now expects to take delivery of only four: three Boeing 787s and one Boeing 737-8. The remaining seven aircraft are anticipated to be deferred to fiscal 2026.
