Kuwait Airways has taken delivery of its first Airbus A321neo, bearing manufacturer serial number 12345, marking the beginning of a fleet renewal initiative that includes a total of nine A321neo aircraft on order. The delivery is part of the airline’s broader strategy to modernize its narrowbody fleet with fuel-efficient, next-generation aircraft.
Air Canada has expanded its narrowbody fleet with the delivery of a Boeing 737-8, carrying manufacturer serial number 66479. The aircraft is powered by LEAP-1B27 engines, manufactured by CFM International, and joins the airline’s growing number of next-generation narrowbody jets designed to support its domestic and transborder operations.
Air Europa, the Spanish carrier, is preparing to settle its outstanding loan of $157 million this week, originally granted by the Instituto de Crédito Oficial (ICO) in May 2020. The loan had been extended as part of the Spanish government’s support package to help businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic, with Air Europa being one of the primary beneficiaries within the…
LATAM Brasil, a leading carrier in South America, has expanded its narrowbody fleet with the delivery of an Airbus A320neo, serial number 8702, acquired on lease and powered by Pratt & Whitney PW1127G-JM engines. This aircraft supports the airline’s goal of maintaining efficient and sustainable operations on its domestic and short-haul regional routes.
Jetstar, the low-cost subsidiary of Qantas Group, has taken delivery of a new Airbus A321neo, serial number 12159, equipped with CFM International LEAP-1A32 engines. This aircraft enhances the carrier’s capacity on high-density domestic and short-haul international routes from Australia.
Eurowings, the German low-cost subsidiary of Lufthansa Group, has taken delivery of an Airbus A320, serial number 3734, on wet lease from Avion Express Malta. The aircraft is powered by IAE V2527-A5 engines, a proven workhorse in the narrowbody segment known for reliability and cost efficiency.
Croatia Airlines has announced plans to retire one Airbus A320, serial number 1237, during 2025 as part of its broader fleet modernization strategy. The retirement aligns with the carrier’s move to a single-type fleet centered around the Airbus A220, offering improved efficiency and operational standardization.
Croatia Airlines has been notified of delivery delays affecting four Airbus A220 aircraft originally scheduled for arrival during 2025. Despite the setbacks, the airline’s third A220 is now confirmed for delivery in May 2025, maintaining momentum in its transition to a new-generation fleet.
Avelo Air, a low-cost carrier based in the United States, has expanded its operational fleet with the delivery of a Boeing 737-800, serial number 36566. The aircraft has been acquired on lease and is powered by CFM56-7B26 engines, a widely used and reliable model in the narrowbody market.
Airbus, Europe’s leading aircraft manufacturer, delivered approximately 55 commercial aircraft in April 2025, maintaining steady output despite ongoing challenges with engine supply chains, particularly for its high-demand A320neo family. The shortage of engines continues to disrupt production schedules and delay customer deliveries.
