Mexican carrier Aeromexico has recently taken delivery of a new Boeing B737-9, serial number 65041, equipped with advanced CFM International LEAP-1B28 engines. This latest aircraft acquisition supports Aeromexico’s ongoing fleet modernization and expansion strategy.
Japan Airlines (JAL) has expressed its intention to incorporate Alaska Air Group into its existing trans-Pacific joint venture with US-based American Airlines. Although JAL has clearly indicated this strategic interest, no specific timeline for the inclusion was provided.
Etihad Airways and Ethiopian Airlines have officially established a joint venture partnership, which encompasses a comprehensive codeshare agreement and the launch of new direct flights connecting Abu Dhabi, UAE, with Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, starting in the second half of 2025.
Air New Zealand and Air India have entered into a new codeshare partnership and signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) aimed at exploring the feasibility of establishing direct flights between India and New Zealand.
Ethiopian Airlines Group has officially launched its new private charter plane service, marked by the delivery of a Boeing B737-800 BBJ, serial number 37663, powered by CFM International CFM56-7B27 engines. This strategic addition significantly enhances the airline’s premium and charter service capabilities.
Air India CEO Campbell Wilson anticipates that the global shortage of aircraft, which is currently hampering airline growth worldwide, will continue for at least the next four to five years.
China Aircraft Leasing Group Holdings (CALC) (Hong Kong) has completed the lease of its first Airbus A330-200 to Korean Air, further expanding its widebody aircraft portfolio. The lease agreement, finalized in March 2025, represents a significant milestone for CALC, which has traditionally focused on narrowbody aircraft leasing.
TAP Air Portugal could be forced to pay up to $300 million after a Supreme Court ruling sided with flight crew members dismissed during the airline’s restructuring plan. The legal decision represents a major financial and operational challenge for the carrier, potentially impacting its recovery strategy and financial stability.
El Al (Israel) is considering the acquisition of a widebody cargo aircraft, with speculation pointing to a Boeing 777 as the preferred model. This move aligns with the airline’s expansion into the air freight sector, capitalizing on rising cargo demand and long-term market opportunities.
Bulgaria Air has taken delivery of a new Airbus A220-300, serial 55325, powered by Pratt & Whitney PW1500G engines. This latest addition aligns with the airline’s fleet modernization strategy, enhancing fuel efficiency, passenger comfort, and operational flexibility.
