Wizz Air Malta, the Maltese unit of the Wizz Air Group, has taken delivery of an Airbus A320neo, identified by serial number 12524, as part of its ongoing growth strategy. The aircraft is powered by PW1133G-JM engines from Pratt & Whitney, offering improved fuel efficiency and lower emissions compared to earlier models.
EVA Air, Taiwan’s second-largest airline, has taken delivery of one Airbus A320neo, registered as B-17888, continuing its narrowbody fleet expansion. The delivery is part of EVA Air’s ongoing fleet modernization plan aimed at increasing fuel efficiency and network flexibility across short- to medium-haul routes in Asia.
VietJet, Vietnam’s leading low-cost carrier, is set to become one of the first international airlines to launch commercial operations of the COMAC C909 beginning mid-April 2025, deploying the aircraft on domestic routes within Vietnam. This move marks a significant step for both VietJet and the Chinese-manufactured narrowbody aircraft as it enters international service.
EVA Air, the Taiwanese full-service carrier, has finalized a firm order with Airbus for six A350-1000s and three A321neo aircraft, formalizing its March 2025 commitment to the European manufacturer. This latest transaction significantly strengthens EVA Air’s widebody and narrowbody expansion pipeline, positioning the airline for long-term fleet modernization and capacity growth.
mba Aviation (US) has forecasted that the global airline industry will require nearly 33,000 narrowbody and widebody aircraft by the year 2029. According to their analysis, approximately 19,000 of these aircraft will consist of those currently in service, while 14,000 are expected to be fulfilled through new deliveries.
EgyptAir is making significant strides in its fleet modernization strategy, as it approaches the final stages of firming up A350 options with Airbus. Additionally, the airline is preparing to issue a Request for Proposal (RFP) for approximately 20 leased narrowbody and widebody aircraft to further enhance its operational capabilities.
Genesis, an Ireland-based aircraft leasing company, has completed a transaction with BOC Aviation of Singapore, acquiring three of the most sought-after narrowbody aircraft in the aviation market. This acquisition includes a Boeing 737-8 currently on lease to TUI in Germany, an Airbus A320 with Volaris in Mexico, and an Airbus A320neo leased to TAP Air Portugal. These aircraft are among the most liquid models in the narrowbody segment, reflecting Genesis’s…
