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IAG CEO Awaits Decision on Air Europa Capital Increase

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IAG CEO Luis Gallego has not yet confirmed whether the group will take part in Globalia’s proposed capital increase for Air Europa, aimed at strengthening the Spanish airline’s financial stability. This potential investment would enhance Air Europa’s fiscal resilience, particularly valuable as the airline seeks to recover from recent economic challenges and compete effectively within Europe.

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AJW Group Secures PBH Agreement with Enter Air for B737NG Fleet

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AJW Group, a leading UK-based provider of aviation support services, has entered into a multi-year Power-by-the-Hour (PBH) agreement with Enter Air (Poland) to support its fleet of 22 B737NG aircraft. This comprehensive agreement includes a full logistics solution, with warehousing and stock positioning in Warsaw, ensuring that Enter Air has access to essential parts and maintenance resources when needed.

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Sunwing Airlines Adds B737-800 on Wet Lease from Smartwings

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Sunwing Airlines, a Canadian leisure carrier, recently expanded its fleet with a B737-800, serial number 37077, acquired through a wet lease from Smartwings (Czechia). This aircraft is powered by CFM56-7B26 engines, supporting Sunwing’s operations with enhanced fuel efficiency for regional and holiday-focused routes.

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SpiceJet Receives Two B737-800s Leased from Corendon Airlines Europe

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SpiceJet, one of India’s prominent low-cost carriers, has taken delivery of two B737-800 aircraft, with serial numbers 40263 and 35082, on lease from Corendon Airlines Europe (Malta). Both aircraft are powered by CFM56-7B engines, known for their reliability and efficiency in short- to medium-haul operations.

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Kalitta Air Adds New B777F to Fleet Through Lease with DAE Capital

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Kalitta Air, a prominent US-based cargo airline, has taken delivery of a B777F, serial number 35608, as part of a lease agreement with DAE Capital (UAE). This delivery marks the first of three B777F freighters that Kalitta Air will lease from DAE Capital, strengthening its capacity for long-haul cargo operations.

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Frontier Airlines Secures Financing for Nine A321neo Aircraft with Avolon

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Frontier Airlines, a US-based low-cost carrier, has arranged to finance nine A321neo aircraft through a sale/leaseback agreement with Avolon (Ireland). Under the terms of the deal, the lease will span 12 years, with an option to extend for an additional two years, offering Frontier flexibility in fleet management and long-term operational planning.

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Fly2Sky Takes Delivery of A320 on Wet Lease from Aerovista

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Fly2Sky, a Bulgarian airline, has taken delivery of an A320, serial number 3570, through a wet lease agreement with Aerovista (UAE). The aircraft, powered by V2527E-A5 engines, adds to Fly2Sky’s operational capacity, allowing it to serve increased demand effectively.

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Bulgaria Air and Air Serbia Consider Expanding ACMI Partnership

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Bulgaria Air and Air Serbia are reportedly in discussions to expand their ACMI (Aircraft, Crew, Maintenance, and Insurance) arrangement, which currently involves two E190s wet-leased by Bulgaria Air to the Serbian carrier. This partnership reflects a growing trend of collaborative leasing agreements among airlines to optimize fleet usage and address capacity demands.

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Aviation Capital Group Delivers Third B737-9 to United Airlines

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Aviation Capital Group (ACG), a major US-based aircraft leasing company, has delivered a B737-9 to United Airlines, featuring LEAP-1B engines. This aircraft marks the third delivery in a multi-aircraft sale/leaseback agreementbetween ACG and United, supporting United’s fleet expansion with efficient and modern aircraft.

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KlasJet Sees 134% YoY Growth with Nearly 5,000 Flights in Summer 2024

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KlasJet, a Lithuania-based provider of ACMI (Aircraft, Crew, Maintenance, and Insurance) services, reported a significant increase in its operations from May through October 2024. During this period, KlasJet operated almost 5,000 flights, marking a 134% year-over-year (YoY) growth compared to the same months in 2023. This surge in flights reflects record demand for ACMI services over the summer season,…