Pacific Airlines, based in Vietnam, has expanded its operational capacity by taking delivery of an Airbus A321, serial number 3737, on wet lease from Vietnam Airlines. Equipped with V2533-A5 engines, this aircraft will support Pacific Airlines’ growing route network and bolster its service capabilities.
In preparation for the upcoming high-demand season, Argentine low-cost airline Flybondi has announced the wet lease of two Boeing 737 aircraft from Spanish operators. This strategic move aims to bolster Flybondi’s operational capacity and ensure seamless service during peak travel periods.
IAT Leasing, an Ireland-based aircraft leasing company, has announced the acquisition of a 2006 Airbus A330-300, which is currently leased to Irish flag carrier Aer Lingus. This transaction was facilitated by Castlelake, a U.S.-based investment firm, on behalf of one of its American investor partners. This acquisition reflects IAT Leasing’s commitment to expanding its fleet…
GOAL Aircraft Leasing, a prominent Germany-based aircraft leasing company, has strengthened its leadership team with the recent appointments of Joanne O’Connor as Director of Asset Management and Guilherme Guerra as Director of Sales & Marketing. These strategic additions reflect GOAL’s commitment to enhancing its operational capabilities and fostering growth in the competitive aircraft leasing market.
SAMCO Aircraft Maintenance has signed a four-year contract extension with CityJet, an Ireland-based wet-lease airline, to provide comprehensive maintenance services for CityJet’s CRJ 900 and CRJ 1000 fleet operating throughout Europe. This extended agreement covers all line maintenance needs, including regular hangar maintenance visits, which will be conducted from SAMCO’s Scandinavian Hub in Copenhagen and…
JD Airlines, a growing player in China’s cargo aviation market, has taken delivery of a Boeing 737-800BCF (Boeing Converted Freighter), serial number 30697. Leased and equipped with CFM56-7B26 engines, this freighter addition aligns with JD Airlines’ strategy to expand its air cargo capabilities amidst increasing demand for air freight services across China. The B737-800BCF is…
UK-based Falko Regional Aircraft has completed the acquisition of 11 Embraer E-Jets from Nordic Aviation Capital (NAC) of Ireland. This transaction, part of a sale and purchase agreement initially signed in March 2024, includes E175, E190, and E195 models. These regional jets are currently leased to LOT Polish Airlines, a key operator in Europe’s regional…
United Nigeria Airlines is advancing its expansion strategy by securing new ACMI (Aircraft, Crew, Maintenance, and Insurance) leases with Fly2Sky and Marathon Airlines. Through these agreements, United Nigeria will add an Airbus A320 and an Embraer E190 to its fleet by November 2024. The A320 and E190 models are well-suited for short- and medium-haul routes,…
TransNusa, an Indonesian carrier, is set to receive its first Airbus A321, serial number 2309, on lease and equipped with CFM56-5B3/P engines. This aircraft marks a significant step in TransNusa’s fleet development as it expands to serve growing regional passenger demand. The A321, with its extended range and seating capacity, offers TransNusa an efficient solution…
South African Airways (SAA) has expanded its operational capacity by adding a Boeing 737-800 on a wet lease from Turkish carrier SunExpress. The aircraft, serial number 61333, TC-SOC, which first flew in 2017, is equipped with CFM56-7B26E engines, a power choice known for its reliability and efficiency in the single-aisle market. The wet lease arrangement…
