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Ascend Airways Takes Delivery of B737-8 on Lease

Ascend Airways, a UK-based operator, has taken delivery of a Boeing 737-8, bearing serial number 44863, as part of a lease agreement. The aircraft is powered by LEAP-1B27 engines, reflecting the airline’s continued push to modernize and expand its narrowbody fleet with next-generation, fuel-efficient aircraft.

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AJet Takes Delivery of A320 on Wet Lease from SmartLynx

AJet, based in Türkiye, has expanded its operational fleet with the addition of an Airbus A320, serial number 2689, secured through a wet lease agreement with SmartLynx Estonia. The aircraft is powered by V2527-A5 engines and marks a continued effort by AJet to increase short-haul capacity during peak operational periods.

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Iberia Takes Delivery of First A321XLR

Iberia, the flag carrier of Spain, has taken delivery of its first Airbus A321XLR, serial number 12085, powered by LEAP-1A33X engines. This delivery marks a significant milestone for the airline as it introduces Airbus’s longest-range single-aisle aircraft into its fleet, offering new flexibility for medium to long-haul routes.

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Green Africa Airways Acquires First Owned Aircraft

Green Africa Airways, a Lagos-based carrier in Nigeria, has marked a major milestone by taking delivery of its first owned aircraft, an ATR72-500, serial number 852. The aircraft was acquired from ATRiam Capital, an aviation leasing firm based in Ireland, marking the airline’s transition from leasing-only operations to asset ownership.