SMBC Aviation Capital, one of the world’s leading aircraft leasing firms based in Ireland, has finalized an agreement to lease one Airbus A320neo to Air Cairo, an Egyptian low-cost and charter carrier. The aircraft is scheduled for delivery in 2026, further supporting Air Cairo’s ongoing strategy to modernize and expand its fleet.
Cusco Aviation, a U.S.-based aviation services firm, has completed a dual transaction involving the sale and subsequent lease of an RB211-535 engine within the European region. This activity further demonstrates the company’s growing role in asset management and aftermarket support, particularly in sourcing, monetizing, and redeploying mature engine platforms.
Southwind Airlines, based in Türkiye, has expanded its narrowbody fleet with the delivery of an Airbus A321, carrying manufacturer serial number (MSN) 3106. The aircraft is powered by V2533-A5 engines, produced by International Aero Engines (IAE), and has been acquired on lease, reinforcing the airline’s growth trajectory in the regional and leisure travel markets.
HelloJets, a Romanian charter and ACMI operator, has expanded its fleet with the delivery of one Boeing 737-800aircraft, acquired on lease. The aircraft, registered under serial number 33833, is powered by CFM56-7B27 engines and is expected to enhance the airline’s capacity for both charter and contracted wet lease operations across Europe and the Middle East.
Aviation Capital Group (ACG) has announced the delivery of an additional Airbus A321neo aircraft to Wizz Air, the Hungarian ultra-low-cost carrier. This delivery is the seventh aircraft provided under an ongoing multi-aircraft sale-and-leaseback agreement between the two companies. The aircraft is equipped with Pratt & Whitney GTF (Geared Turbofan) engines, reinforcing Wizz Air’s commitment to operational efficiency and reduced environmental impact.
Airlink, a prominent regional airline based in South Africa, has announced plans to lease ten brand-new Embraer E195-E2 aircraft from Azorra, a U.S.-based aircraft leasing company. The lease agreement marks a major step in Airlink’s ongoing fleet modernization strategy and positions the airline for expanded capacity and improved fuel efficiency. Deliveries of the aircraft are expected to begin in…
Turkish Airlines is in the process of finalizing lease agreements with lessors Avolon and Carlyle Aviation Partners, both based in Ireland, to acquire a total of 14 Airbus A321neo aircraft. These aircraft are intended for its low-cost subsidiary, Ajet, and are part of the airline’s broader effort to compensate for delivery delays affecting its direct aircraft orders.
Thai Lion Air, a prominent low-cost carrier based in Thailand and part of the Lion Air Group, has taken delivery of a Boeing 737-900ER aircraft on lease. The aircraft carries manufacturer serial number (MSN) 38726 and is powered by CFM International CFM56-7B26E engines.
SmartLynx Malta, a subsidiary of the SmartLynx Airlines group, has expanded its fleet with the addition of a leased Airbus A320 aircraft. The jet, identified by manufacturer serial number (MSN) 3631, is powered by CFM International CFM56-5B4/3 engines, a widely used and reliable engine type for this aircraft model.
Aviation Capital Group (ACG), a leading U.S.-based aircraft leasing firm, has successfully closed a $1 billion delayed draw secured credit facility, marking a substantial addition to its financial flexibility. The facility was arranged with a syndicate of lenders and is set to mature in June 2027, offering the company a strong liquidity buffer for upcoming strategic initiatives.
