Flybondi, a low-cost airline based in Argentina, has announced plans to expand its fleet for the summer season by adding two wet-leased A320 aircraft, registered in Lithuania. These aircraft will operate between November 2024 and March 2025, boosting Flybondi’s capacity to meet the heightened demand during the peak travel season. With this addition, Flybondi’s fleet size will increase to 19 aircraft.
Fly2Sky, a Bulgarian charter airline, has signed a three-year wet lease agreement with SkyUp Airlines of Ukraine, providing aircraft to support SkyUp’s growing operations. The deal includes the wet lease of two Airbus A320s for the full three years and two Airbus A321s, which will remain in service until October 31, 2025.
Air Botswana has expanded its fleet by introducing an ERJ145 regional jet, serial 14501063, on a wet lease arrangement with Westair Aviation from Namibia. This addition is aimed at enhancing the airline’s operational capacity to meet growing regional demand while offering greater flexibility in scheduling and route management.
Vietnam Airlines has announced a Request for Proposal (RFP) to secure a wet lease for two A320 or A321 aircraft, with an option for two additional units. This short-term lease is set to cover a one-month period from January 13 to February 12, 2025, aligning with a time of peak travel demand in the region. By pursuing a wet lease arrangement, Vietnam Airlines…
South African Airways (SAA) has expanded its fleet with the delivery of a Boeing 737-800, identified by serial number 61177, on a wet lease from SunExpress of Turkiye. This aircraft, equipped with CFM56-7B26E engines, is intended to support SAA’s regional operations, allowing the airline to meet growing demand across its African and regional routes. The wet lease arrangement provides SAA with the flexibility to…
IndiGo, India’s largest airline by market share, is exploring the possibility of extending the wet lease for two Boeing 777aircraft, originally leased from Turkish Airlines. With the existing lease set to expire this week, IndiGo is coordinating with the civil aviation ministry to assess the feasibility of continuing the arrangement. The B777 aircraft have enabled IndiGo to operate long-haul flights efficiently,…
The Azores parliamentary group has requested clarification from the Regional Government concerning a $3 million debt incurred by SATA from a wet lease agreement involving an Airbus A330 from Hi Fly, a Portuguese airline. This debt, which the parliamentary group attributes to SATA’s previous management decisions, has become a significant point of contention in the region. Recently, a court ruling favored both Hi Fly and AELF Aircraft Engine Lease…
Xejet, a Nigerian airline, has entered into a wet lease agreement with Windrose Airlines from Ukraine for an Embraer E190, identified by serial 19000494. This leasing arrangement is set for a minimum period of three months and includes crew, maintenance, and insurance provided by Windrose Airlines. The E190 is a regional jet known for its efficiency and suitability for short- to…
In a landmark agreement within Russian aviation, Aeroflot and I Fly are reportedly finalizing a wet lease arrangement for three Airbus A330 aircraft. This deal, the first of its kind in Russia, signals a shift toward greater collaboration between domestic airlines in the region. The wet lease, which includes the provision of crew, maintenance, and insurance by I Fly, is expected to facilitate Aeroflot’s…
Air Senegal has added an Airbus A320 to its fleet through a wet lease agreement with GetJet Airlines, a Lithuanian-based charter and wet lease specialist. This agreement allows Air Senegal to access the aircraft along with crew, maintenance, and insurance, providing immediate operational support without the need for additional internal resources. By bringing in an A320 under this arrangement, Air Senegal…
