easyJet has announced robust financial performance for the third quarter of its fiscal year ending 30 June 2025. The low-cost carrier reported a 21.2% year-on-year increase in headline profit before tax, totaling approximately US$2.84 billion, a significant uptick that highlights continued recovery and expansion in the post-pandemic aviation sector.
easyJet has secured a new Revolving Credit Facility (RCF) totaling US$1.7 billion, streamlining its liquidity structure by replacing two previously undrawn credit lines. This newly arranged RCF replaces the US$1.75 billion United Kingdom Export Finance (UKEF) facility and an additional US$400 million RCF, both of which were also undrawn and have now been formally terminated.
SWISS, the national carrier of Switzerland, is reconsidering the long-term viability of its nine Airbus A220-100 aircraft, prompted by continued technical challenges with their Pratt & Whitney PW1500G engines. The airline is reportedly weighing all options, including potential retirement or replacement of the fleet segment.
Royal Air Maroc has expanded its narrowbody fleet with the delivery of a Boeing 737-8, carrying serial number 43350. The aircraft is powered by CFM International LEAP-1B27 engines, reinforcing the airline’s modernization strategy and supporting growth on its medium-haul routes.
Qatar Airways has entered an agreement with Mammoth Freighters (US) for the conversion of five Boeing 777 passenger aircraft into freighters, responding to continued delivery delays of the B777-8F, for which the airline has 34 firm orders and 16 options. The first of the converted aircraft—a B777-200LRMF—is expected to be delivered later in 2025.
Porter Airlines of Canada has finalized a sale-and-leaseback agreement for four Embraer E195-E2 aircraft scheduled for delivery in 2025. The financing arrangement is led by Fortress Investment Group (US) and GOAL Aircraft Leasing (Germany), with GOAL also acting as the lessor manager for the aircraft. Ashland Place Finance (US) is providing the associated debt financing.
HALO AirFinance, a U.S.-based aviation financing company, has announced the successful closing of two senior secured loans to support Royal Jordanian’s acquisition of two newly delivered Pratt & Whitney PW1900 spare engines. These engines will serve as critical support assets for the airline’s growing Embraer E2 fleet.
Freedom Airline, based in Kenya, has entered into a 12-month wet lease agreement with Sky Vision Airlines of Egypt for the operation of a freighter-configured Airbus A321F, bearing serial number 1707. This strategic move enhances Freedom Airline’s cargo service capabilities amid rising demand for regional and intra-African freight transport.
Ethiopian Airlines has confirmed it will receive two electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft in 2026, as part of a strategic partnership established with Archer Aviation in March 2025. The deal marks a significant step forward in the airline’s commitment to embracing cutting-edge aviation technologies and exploring sustainable transportation options.
China Southern has taken delivery of a new Airbus A320neo, bearing serial number 12736, as part of its ongoing fleet modernization efforts. The aircraft is powered by CFM International LEAP-1A26 engines, which offer significant performance and efficiency advantages over previous-generation powerplants.
