Pegasus Airlines has taken delivery of a brand-new Airbus A321neo from Airbus’ Hamburg facility, reinforcing its ongoing fleet modernization and capacity expansion strategy. The aircraft, bearing manufacturer serial number 11515, is registered as TC-RDP and represents the latest addition to Pegasus’s growing lineup of fuel-efficient narrowbodies.
AJet, the Turkish low-cost carrier and subsidiary of Turkish Airlines, will inaugurate direct flights between Istanbul and Aleppo on August 2, 2025. This move marks another milestone in the airline’s expansion into Syria, building on its growing network across the region.
Pegasus Airlines, Türkiye’s leading low-cost carrier, has taken delivery of a brand-new Airbus A321-251NX aircraft as part of its ongoing fleet expansion strategy. The aircraft, bearing manufacturer serial number (MSN) 12598, is powered by CFM International LEAP-1A32 engines and is configured in a 239-seat single-class (239Y) layout optimized for high-density operations.
FlySafair, a prominent low-cost airline in South Africa, was forced to cancel 12% of its scheduled flights on July 21 following a wave of pilot absenteeism, which the carrier attributes to industrial action tied to ongoing disputes over pay and scheduling conditions.
Jackson Square Aviation (JSA), a U.S.-based aircraft lessor, has delivered its third Airbus A321neo to Wizz Air, the ultra-low-cost carrier headquartered in Hungary. This delivery forms part of a multi-aircraft leasing agreement that will see additional aircraft integrated into Wizz Air’s fleet through 2026, supporting the airline’s fleet modernization and expansion plans.
flydubai, the low-cost airline based in the United Arab Emirates, has received a new Boeing 737-8, bearing manufacturer serial number (MSN) 61035. The aircraft is powered by CFM International LEAP-1B28 engines, bringing added fuel efficiency and range to the airline’s fast-growing Boeing 737 MAX fleet.
Transavia, the low-cost subsidiary of the Air France-KLM Group, has taken delivery of a new Airbus A321neo, serial number 12602, as part of its ongoing fleet modernization program. The aircraft is equipped with LEAP-1A32 engines, manufactured by CFM International, offering enhanced fuel efficiency and lower emissions.
easyJet has announced robust financial performance for the third quarter of its fiscal year ending 30 June 2025. The low-cost carrier reported a 21.2% year-on-year increase in headline profit before tax, totaling approximately US$2.84 billion, a significant uptick that highlights continued recovery and expansion in the post-pandemic aviation sector.
easyJet has secured a new Revolving Credit Facility (RCF) totaling US$1.7 billion, streamlining its liquidity structure by replacing two previously undrawn credit lines. This newly arranged RCF replaces the US$1.75 billion United Kingdom Export Finance (UKEF) facility and an additional US$400 million RCF, both of which were also undrawn and have now been formally terminated.
Wizz Air, the Hungary-based ultra-low-cost carrier, is currently engaged in discussions with Airbus to modify its existing order for 47 A321XLR aircraft, considering a partial conversion to the A321neo variant. The update was disclosed by CEO József Váradi, reflecting the airline’s evolving operational requirements and strategic focus.
