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Dubai Aerospace Enterprise Leases Four Boeing 737-8 Aircraft to Hainan Airlines

Dubai Aerospace Enterprise (DAE), a prominent aircraft leasing company based in the UAE, has announced lease agreements with Hainan Airlines, one of China’s leading carriers, for four new Boeing 737-8 aircraft. This strategic agreement aligns with Hainan Airlines’ growth plans and DAE’s objective to support its clients with modern, fuel-efficient aircraft. The deliveries are scheduled…

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Swiftair Expands Fleet with Leased Airbus A321P2F Equipped with V2533-A5 Engines

Swiftair, a Spanish airline known for its cargo and charter services, has enhanced its fleet with the addition of an Airbus A321P2F, serial number 3964. This freighter aircraft, leased and powered by V2533-A5 engines, will support Swiftair’s expanding cargo operations across Europe.

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IAT Leasing Acquires 2006 Airbus A330-300 Leased to Aer Lingus

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…

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Aergo Capital Acquires Airbus A320-200 Leased to Iberia

Aergo Capital Limited, a Dublin-based aircraft leasing company, has announced the acquisition of an Airbus A320-200 aircraft, bearing manufacturer serial number 5692. The aircraft, managed by SMBC Aviation Capital, is currently on lease to Iberia, Spain’s flagship carrier.

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AerCap Delays Boeing and Airbus Deliveries Amid Supply Chain Challenges

AerCap, a global leader in aircraft leasing headquartered in Ireland, has announced delays in the delivery schedules of several Boeing and Airbus aircraft due to recent production disruptions. Ongoing labor strikes at Boeing have led AerCap to postpone deliveries of eight Boeing aircraft initially slated for 2024, with their delivery now deferred into 2025 and…

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GOAL Aircraft Leasing Appoints New Directors for Asset Management and Sales

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.

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CDB Aviation Finalizes Sale of Eight Airbus A330 Aircraft

CDB Aviation, a wholly owned Irish subsidiary of China Development Bank Financial Leasing Co., Ltd. (CDB Leasing), has announced the successful completion of a mandate to sell eight Airbus A330-200 aircraft. This transaction underscores CDB Aviation’s robust asset management capabilities and its commitment to delivering tailored solutions for its stakeholders.

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South African Airways Adds Wet-Leased B737-800 from SunExpress

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…

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Renegade Air Expands Fleet with DHC8-100 from Avmax

Renegade Air, a regional airline based in Kenya, has strengthened its fleet with the addition of a DHC8-100, serial number 392, leased from Avmax Aircraft Leasing, a Canada-based leasing company. Known for its operational reliability and fuel efficiency, the DHC8-100, also called the Dash 8, is well-suited for Renegade Air’s short-haul routes across Kenya and…

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Avolon’s Strong Q3 2024 Performance with Increased Lease Revenue and Strategic Fleet Expansion

Avolon Holdings Limited reported robust third-quarter 2024 financials, with lease revenue reaching $773 million, a testament to strong operational performance and increased demand for aircraft leasing. This quarterly revenue signifies a 5% year-over-year increase, driven by Avolon’s ongoing expansion of its high-utilization fleet. The company also recorded a net income growth for the period, reflecting…