Avolon, one of the world’s leading aircraft leasing and aviation finance companies, has announced a major order for 100 new LEAP-1A engines from CFM International to power 50 Airbus A320neo family aircraft from its existing orderbook. The announcement was made at the Dubai Airshow 2025, further strengthening Avolon’s long-standing partnership with CFM.
Shannon Engine Support (SES) has announced the appointment of Denise Mangan-Fahy as its next Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective September 2025. She succeeds Julie Dickerson, who is retiring after more than a decade of transformative leadership that helped position SES as a global leader in spare engine leasing solutions.
Royal Air Maroc has expanded its narrowbody fleet with the delivery of a Boeing 737-8, carrying serial number 43350. The aircraft is powered by CFM International LEAP-1B27 engines, reinforcing the airline’s modernization strategy and supporting growth on its medium-haul routes.
China Southern has taken delivery of a new Airbus A320neo, bearing serial number 12736, as part of its ongoing fleet modernization efforts. The aircraft is powered by CFM International LEAP-1A26 engines, which offer significant performance and efficiency advantages over previous-generation powerplants.
Allegiant has expanded its narrowbody fleet with the recent acquisition of a Boeing 737-8200, bearing serial number 68020. The aircraft is powered by CFM International LEAP-1B27 engines, signifying the airline’s latest step in transitioning to more fuel-efficient and environmentally friendly aircraft.
Southwest Airlines, the largest operator of Boeing 737 aircraft globally, has taken delivery of a new Boeing 737-8, serial number 68927, powered by CFM International LEAP-1B28 engines. The aircraft is part of the airline’s ongoing fleet modernization strategy centered around the 737 MAX family.
Myanmar Airways International (MAI) has expanded its fleet with the addition of an Airbus A319, serial number 3983, powered by CFM International CFM56-5B6/3 engines. The aircraft is expected to be deployed on short- to medium-haul routes throughout Southeast Asia and South Asia.
Norwegian has signed a purchase agreement with CFM International for 11 LEAP-1B spare engines to support its growing Boeing 737 MAX operations. The order signifies a proactive move to enhance fleet reliability and long-term operational planning for the airline’s narrowbody network.
Comac continues progressing its widebody ambitions with the signing of Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs) with Safran (France) and Crane Aerospace & Electronics (United States) for systems integration on its in-development C929 aircraft. These agreements were announced during the Paris Airshow and indicate Comac’s intention to secure critical subsystems and engineering expertise from internationally established suppliers as it moves forward with the C929…
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.
