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.
mas, a Mexico-based cargo airline, has confirmed that its next Airbus A330-300P2F—serial number 1789—will be deployed under a CMI (Crew, Maintenance, and Insurance) agreement with Galistair Malta. This strategic placement is part of mas’s broader plan to scale its freighter operations using third-party partnerships in Europe.
BOC Aviation, a leading Singapore-based aircraft lessor, has placed five Airbus A321neo aircraft with Thai Airways International, as part of its ongoing fleet development strategy and collaboration with major carriers in Asia.
China Aircraft Leasing Group (CALC) has finalized a lease agreement with Thai Airways International to provide nine Airbus A321neo aircraft. The aircraft will be delivered in phased installments between 2026 and 2028, supporting Thai Airways’ narrowbody fleet renewal and capacity expansion.
Aircraft Engine Lease Finance (AELF), a US-based engine leasing and asset management firm, has reported a series of transactions in the first quarter of 2025, reflecting strong activity in the secondary market for engines and airframes. The company leased out two CF6-80C engines and completed the sale of three additional engines alongside three Airbus A330-200 airframes, specifically serial numbers 970, 466, and…
Air India Express, the low-cost arm of the Air India Group, has taken delivery of two Airbus A321neo aircraft as part of its ongoing fleet modernization and expansion strategy. The aircraft bear serial numbers 11113 and 11260, and are powered by LEAP-1A32 engines. Both units are leased from undisclosed lessors.
Jiangxi Airlines, a regional Chinese carrier based in Nanchang, has taken delivery of a Boeing B737-800, identified by serial number 43914, under a lease arrangement. The aircraft is powered by CFM56-7B26E engines, manufactured by CFM International, and is expected to support domestic route expansion and frequency upgrades.
GTLK Europe, the Ireland-based aircraft leasing company, has formally denied allegations of liability made by Qatar Airways Group in a legal counterclaim valued at $155 million. The dispute centers on two Airbus A330 aircraft that were reportedly grounded following the onset of Russia-related sanctions and ownership complexities.
Island Aviation Services (Maldives) has announced its renewed interest in acquiring one Airbus A330-200 through an operating lease, with a preferred lease term of five years. This marks the latest move in the carrier’s ongoing efforts to expand its long-haul capabilities and international reach.
Nouvelair (Tunisia) has expanded its fleet with the addition of an Airbus A320, serial number 2717, under a lease agreement from Electra Airways (Bulgaria). The aircraft was inducted into the fleet on 02 April 2025, supporting Nouvelair’s operational capacity during the upcoming peak travel season.
