Allegiant Air, the US-based ultra-low-cost carrier, has taken delivery of a Boeing 737-8200, bearing serial number 68018, powered by LEAP-1B27 engines. This marks another step in the airline’s transition toward a Boeing 737 MAX-based fleet, which aims to deliver cost savings through improved fuel efficiency and expanded passenger capacity.
AIP Capital has entered into a strategic partnership with Monroe Capital to jointly pursue an aircraft leasing venture targeting a portfolio of up to $1 billion in aviation investments. This venture will focus on acquiring mid-life commercial aircraft that are on long-term leases to airlines across the globe, aiming to capture value in a segment often overlooked by larger lessors prioritizing new deliveries. To…
SMBC Aero Engine Lease, based in the Netherlands, has successfully completed a sale and leaseback transactionwith Breeze Airways, a U.S.-based low-cost carrier, involving one Pratt & Whitney PW1524G engine. The transaction was finalized in April 2025 and adds to SMBC’s growing portfolio of engine leasing deals in the North American market.
FedEx Express, the global express transportation company based in the United States, has taken delivery of a Boeing 767-300 Freighter, bearing manufacturer serial number (MSN) 67543. The aircraft is powered by CF6-80C2B6F engines, produced by GE Aerospace, and is part of the carrier’s ongoing investment in modernizing and expanding its widebody freighter fleet.
Surf Air Mobility, a U.S.-based regional air mobility company, has entered into definitive agreements for the purchase and sale of 10.8 million shares of its common stock, valued at approximately $27 million, through a registered direct offering. This fundraising strategy provides immediate capital infusion and reflects the company’s ongoing expansion and capital market engagement plans.
Azorra Finance is projected to receive a ‘BB-(EXP)’ credit rating from Fitch Ratings for its planned issuance of $500 million in senior unsecured notes. The final terms, including fixed interest rate and maturity date, are expected to be set at the time of the note issuance. The ‘EXP’ suffix signifies that the rating is currently expected and contingent upon the completion…
UPS (United Parcel Service) has expanded its all-cargo fleet with the delivery of a Boeing 767-300F, bearing manufacturer serial number 67979. The aircraft is powered by CFM General Electric CF6-80C2B6F engines, providing dependable thrust performance and fuel efficiency ideal for long-range logistics operations.
Breeze Airways, the U.S.-based low-cost carrier, is considering the Airbus A220-500 as a key component of its future fleet renewal strategy. The stretched variant of the A220 series is still under evaluation by Airbus, and its formal launch would pave the way for carriers like Breeze to update and streamline their aircraft portfolio with more fuel-efficient and passenger-friendly…
United Airlines, one of the largest carriers in the U.S., has expanded its single-aisle fleet with the delivery of a new Airbus A321neo, bearing manufacturer serial number (MSN) 12533. The aircraft is powered by PW1133G-JM engines, part of Pratt & Whitney’s GTF family, reflecting United’s strategy of modernizing its narrowbody operations with more fuel-efficient aircraft.
Southwest Airlines, the largest domestic carrier in the United States, has added another aircraft to its fleet with the delivery of a Boeing 737-8, bearing manufacturer serial number (MSN) 42617. The aircraft is powered by LEAP-1B28 engines developed by CFM International, aligning with the airline’s ongoing investment in the B737 MAX family.
