Starlux Airlines, a rapidly growing luxury airline based in Taiwan, has further expanded its aircraft fleet by taking delivery of a new Airbus A350-900. This aircraft, identified by serial number 712, is equipped with Rolls-Royce Trent XWB-84 engines.
Kenya Airways, a major player in African aviation, is currently facing significant operational hurdles with its fleet of Boeing 787 Dreamliners. According to CEO Allan Kilavuka, three of these aircraft have not been airborne since February 2025, primarily due to the airline’s challenges in securing the appropriate engines and spare parts.
RwandAir has secured a wet lease agreement for an Airbus A330-200, serial 493, from GullivAir (Bulgaria) to cover operational needs through April 2025. This temporary lease arrangement comes as RwandAir’s own A330-200s undergo scheduled maintenance, ensuring uninterrupted long-haul services for the airline.
Lufthansa is expanding its widebody fleet with the acquisition of two additional Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners, originally manufactured for another airline but never taken up. These aircraft are expected to receive registrations D-ABQE and D-ABQF, reinforcing Lufthansa’s commitment to modernizing its long-haul fleet with fuel-efficient aircraft.
LOT Polish Airlines has announced plans to source additional Boeing 787 Dreamliners from the secondary market, as production backlogs and limited delivery slots prevent the airline from receiving new aircraft before the next decade. This move reflects LOT’s strategy to expand its long-haul fleet, ensuring continued growth despite supply chain constraints affecting new aircraft availability.
ANA All Nippon Airways, Japan’s largest airline, has expanded its fleet with the addition of a Boeing 787-10 aircraft, identified by serial number 66999. This state-of-the-art aircraft is powered by GEnx-1B67 engines, offering superior fuel efficiency and performance.
Air Serbia is scheduled to take delivery of its fourth Airbus A330-200 aircraft in February 2025, following a series of delays.
American Airlines, one of the largest carriers in the United States, has announced plans to expand its international fleetfrom 120 aircraft to 200 by 2029. A significant portion of this growth will come from the addition of 40 Airbus A321XLRs, underscoring the airline’s strategy to enhance long-haul capabilities.
TAAG Angola Airlines, the national carrier of Angola, has announced plans to acquire three Boeing 787 Dreamliners as part of its fleet modernization strategy. This significant investment is aimed at enhancing the airline’s operational capacity and offering an improved passenger experience.
Emirates, the flagship carrier of the United Arab Emirates, has expanded its fleet with the delivery of an Airbus A350-900, identified by serial number 703. This modern aircraft is equipped with advanced Trent XWB-84 engines, known for their efficiency and performance.
