EgyptAir has expanded its long-haul capabilities with the delivery of one Airbus A330-200, manufacturer serial number (MSN) 874, through a lease agreement. The aircraft is powered by Pratt & Whitney PW4168A engines, offering proven performance for medium- and long-haul operations.
China Southern has taken delivery of three Airbus A320neo family aircraft, including one A319neo (MSN 12495), one A320neo (MSN 12516), and one A321neo (MSN 12569). All three jets are powered by LEAP-series enginessupplied by CFM International, with the A319neo and A320neo using LEAP-1A26 engines and the A321neo equipped with LEAP-1A32 engines.
Challenge Group, based in Malta, has acquired its first Boeing 777-300ER aircraft, manufacturer serial number (MSN) 38284, which will be converted into a dedicated freighter by Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) in Tel Aviv. The aircraft is expected to be redelivered in Q1 2026, marking a key step in the group’s fleet expansion into the long-haul cargo sector.
Beijing Capital Airlines has taken delivery of an Airbus A320, manufacturer serial number (MSN) 6730, powered by CFM56-5B4/3 engines. The aircraft joins the carrier’s expanding narrowbody fleet, serving domestic and regional routes across China and nearby Asian markets.
Air Sierra Leone has taken delivery of a Boeing 737-8, manufacturer serial number (MSN) 44863, through a wet lease agreement with Ascend Airways of the United Kingdom. The aircraft is powered by LEAP-1B27 engines, offering improved fuel efficiency and reduced emissions compared to previous-generation models.
Air Serbia has announced plans to retire two Airbus A319 aircraft from its fleet following the summer 2025 travel season, as part of an ongoing fleet modernization initiative. The aircraft will be replaced by a mix of Embraer E195s and Airbus A320s, allowing the airline to optimize both capacity and operational efficiency.
Air China Cargo has expanded its freighter fleet with the delivery of one Airbus A330-200P2F, manufacturer serial number (MSN) 890, powered by Trent 772C-60 engines. The aircraft marks a continued commitment to fleet modernization and growth in the cargo segment.
Yakovlev, a prominent Russian aircraft manufacturer, reported a net profit of US$138.4 million for the year 2024, despite withholding key financial metrics such as revenue, cost of sales, and other supporting data. The announcement provides a limited but notable glimpse into the company’s financial status amid a sensitive geopolitical and industrial climate.
Volaris reported a net loss of US$51 million for the first quarter of 2025, driven by a 12% decline in total operating revenue to US$678 million. The Mexican ultra-low-cost carrier also reported total liquidity of US$862 million, including cash, cash equivalents, and short-term investments.
United Aircraft reported a significant reduction in its net loss to US$172.4 million for the year 2024, as annual revenues climbed 13.1% to US$6.5 billion. The improved results mark a step forward in the Russian manufacturer’s post-crisis financial recovery.
