Alaska Airlines, a major U.S. carrier, has taken delivery of a new Boeing 737-8, bearing manufacturer serial number 68517. The aircraft is equipped with LEAP-1B engines supplied by CFM International, furthering the airline’s commitment to fleet modernization and fuel-efficient operations.
Ryanair, one of Europe’s largest low-cost carriers, has announced the purchase of 30 new spare LEAP-1B engines from CFM International. The agreement strengthens the airline’s operational resilience and supports its growing fleet of B737-8200 aircraft.
Akasa Air, India’s newest low-cost carrier, has expanded its fleet with the addition of a B737-8200 aircraft, registration VT-YBG. The aircraft is powered by advanced LEAP-1B engines, offering improved fuel efficiency and environmental performance.
Air India Express has taken delivery of a new B737-8 aircraft, serial 63276, expanding its fleet with one of Boeing’s most advanced narrowbody jets. The aircraft is equipped with LEAP-1B engines, manufactured by CFM International, which offer significant improvements in fuel efficiency and emissions compared to earlier models.
Air India Express has strengthened its operational capabilities with the recent delivery of two B737-8 aircraft, serial numbers 43836 and 63284, both equipped with LEAP-1B engines. These new aircraft will enhance the airline’s capacity and efficiency, supporting its growth in India’s competitive domestic and international markets.
GE Aerospace is projecting a significant increase in narrowbody engine deliveries for 2025, anticipating a growth rate of 15% to 20% year-on-year. CEO Larry Culp announced that the company is seeing tangible improvements in its supply chain, which have been a persistent bottleneck in recent years.
Jeju Air, South Korea’s largest low-cost carrier, has expanded its modern fleet with the delivery of its fourth Boeing 737-8, carrying manufacturer serial number (MSN) 66541. The aircraft is powered by LEAP-1B engines, developed by CFM International, and continues the airline’s fleet renewal strategy centered on fuel efficiency and operational performance.
StandardAero, a U.S.-based MRO services provider, has expanded its engine service portfolio by introducing lease engine support for both LEAP-1A and LEAP-1B models. The company has already contracted multiple engines and is making them available on short-term lease arrangements to serve the needs of the global LEAP operator community.
Singapore Airlines has announced it will retire its final four Boeing 737-800 aircraft by the end of March 2026, marking a key milestone in its ongoing fleet renewal strategy. The move comes as the airline ramps up deliveries of the Boeing 737-8, part of the MAX series, to modernize its narrowbody operations.
Vietjet, the Vietnamese low-cost airline, has signed a cooperation agreement with Boeing to transfer 50 Boeing 737 MAX aircraft to its Thai subsidiary, Thai Vietjet Air. The aircraft are part of a larger order of 200 units originally placed in 2022, aimed at supporting Vietjet’s ambitious regional growth strategy.
