GOL Linhas Aéreas, Brazil’s leading low-cost carrier, has taken delivery of a Boeing 737-800BCF (Boeing Converted Freighter), further expanding its cargo capabilities. The aircraft, bearing serial number 33551, has been leased and is powered by CFM56-7B26 engines, one of the most commonly used and reliable engine types in the 737NG family.
Garuda Indonesia is taking concrete steps to reintroduce the Boeing 737-8 to its fleet, signaling renewed confidence in the type as part of the airline’s broader recovery plan. The national flag carrier is currently finalizing a lease agreement with BOC Aviation, a leading Singapore-based aircraft lessor, to acquire one B737-8.
China Southern Airlines has expanded its fleet with the delivery of a Boeing 737-8 aircraft, bearing serial number 63279. The aircraft is powered by LEAP-1B engines, developed by CFM International, providing enhanced fuel efficiency and reduced emissions compared to older-generation engines.
AviaAM Leasing, a Lithuania-based aircraft leasing and asset management company, has successfully completed the sale of two Boeing 737-800 aircraft, identified by serial numbers 37751 and 37765. This transaction reflects the company’s ongoing strategy to actively manage and optimize its portfolio by capitalizing on market opportunities.
Austrian Airlines is set to lease one ATR72 turboprop aircraft from BRA (Braathens Regional Airlines) of Sweden for the 2025/26 winter season. The aircraft will be deployed on multiple regional routes, primarily operating out of Vienna, the airline’s central hub.
American Eagle, the regional brand under which several independent carriers operate on behalf of American Airlines, has taken delivery of a new Embraer E170 aircraft, identified by serial number 17000104. This aircraft is powered by CF34-8E5 engines, a reliable engine series developed by GE Aviation, specifically designed for regional jets in the 70-90 seat category.
Kenya Airways has projected a decline in its 2025 financial year revenues, attributing the shortfall to the prolonged grounding of two Boeing 787-8 aircraft. The airline cites ongoing engine maintenance delays as the root cause, which has significantly impacted its available seat capacity and network performance.
Cargojet, a leading Canadian provider of time-sensitive air cargo services, has successfully completed the issuance of US$183 million in senior unsecured notes. The offering, announced earlier, was closed at a fixed interest rate of 4.599%, with a maturity date set for 2030. These notes are not backed by specific assets, indicating investor confidence in the company’s long-term creditworthiness.
Qatar Airways and Kenya Airways have announced the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to form a comprehensive strategic partnership. The agreement aims to strengthen ties between the two national carriers by launching a codeshare arrangement and expanding flight frequencies between Kenya and Doha. This partnership is designed to enhance connectivity for passengers across both networks, providing improved access to each…
VietJet Air, a prominent Vietnamese low-cost carrier, has lost a legal battle in a London court and is now liable to pay $181 million to FW Aviation (UK) for breaching aircraft lease agreements involving Airbus A321 aircraft. The court ruled that the termination notices served by FW Aviation were valid and enforceable, ending VietJet’s challenge.
