SATA Air Azores, the regional carrier based in Portugal, has confirmed that it will wet lease a De Havilland Q400 aircraft beginning 01 June 2025, for the duration of the summer travel season. With this addition, the airline’s operational fleet will expand to eight aircraft.
Israir, an airline based in Israel, has confirmed plans to wet lease two Airbus A320 aircraft from FLYYO, a Romanian carrier, for the 2025 summer season. The aircraft involved are serial numbers 3218 and 3256, and will be used to bolster Israir’s capacity during peak travel months.
EVA Air, based in Taiwan, has announced plans to convert three of its Boeing B777 aircraft into dedicated freighters, a strategic move that will expand the airline’s cargo fleet to 12 aircraft. The conversion effort reflects the airline’s proactive response to growing air freight demand in Asia and globally.
Delta Air Lines has taken delivery of a new Airbus A330-900, bearing manufacturer serial number 2094, as part of its ongoing long-haul fleet modernization. The aircraft is powered by Rolls-Royce Trent 7000-72 engines, further aligning with the airline’s strategy to operate fuel-efficient, next-generation widebody aircraft.
Asia Cargo Airlines, based in Indonesia, has officially placed its first Boeing B737-800SF into active service. The aircraft, bearing manufacturer serial number 35217, is now operating on behalf of CKB Logistics, a domestic and regional logistics provider in Indonesia.
American Airlines has taken delivery of a new Boeing B737-8, with manufacturer serial number 44515, as part of its ongoing fleet renewal initiative. The aircraft is powered by LEAP-1B25 engines, underscoring the airline’s commitment to efficiency and modernization.
Alaska Airlines has expanded its narrowbody fleet with the recent delivery of a Boeing B737-9, bearing manufacturer serial number 68519. The aircraft is powered by LEAP-1B28 engines, further aligning with the airline’s modernization strategy centered on efficiency and commonality.
AirJapan has revealed plans to grow its long-haul fleet by acquiring an additional Boeing B787-8 aircraft, with delivery scheduled for mid-2026. The expansion aligns with the airline’s ongoing fleet modernization and international route development strategies.
flynas, the Saudi Arabian low-cost carrier, has officially priced its initial public offering (IPO) at $21.30 per share, successfully raising $1.1 billion. The offering saw overwhelming demand from institutional investors, achieving a remarkable 100-times oversubscription, and valuing the airline at approximately $3.6 billion.
easyJet, the UK-based low-cost carrier, has reported a headline loss before tax of $528.9 million for the first half of its fiscal year ending 31 March 2025. Despite the loss, group revenue rose 8% year-on-year to $4.7 billion, indicating ongoing recovery in passenger demand and network expansion.
