Ryanair, the Irish low-cost giant, has expanded its growing high-capacity fleet with the delivery of one Boeing 737-8200, bearing serial number 62387 and powered by LEAP-1B27 engines. The aircraft is part of the airline’s ongoing fleet renewal and expansion strategy centered around the Boeing 737 MAX 8-200 variant, which Ryanair brands as the “Gamechanger.”
Eurowings, the low-cost subsidiary of the Lufthansa Group based in Germany, has expanded its operational fleet with the wet lease of a Boeing 737-800, bearing serial number 39404, from Smartwings of Czechia. The aircraft is powered by CFM56-7B26 engines, a widely used and reliable powerplant for this aircraft type.
Spirit Airlines, the U.S.-based ultra-low-cost carrier, has announced that CEO Ted Christie is stepping down from his role. While a formal search is underway for his successor, the company has established an interim office of the CEO to manage day-to-day operations and executive oversight.
Ryanair Holdings, headquartered in Ireland, has confirmed that 47% of its issued share capital was held by EU nationals at the close of its financial year on 31 March 2025. The disclosure reflects the airline group’s continued monitoring and compliance efforts with European Union ownership requirements.
VietJet, the Vietnamese low-cost carrier, has further expanded its next-generation fleet with the delivery of one Airbus A321neo, bearing serial number 12520. The aircraft is equipped with PW1133G-JM engines, manufactured by Pratt & Whitney, and reflects the airline’s ongoing investment in fuel-efficient, high-capacity aircraft to meet rising demand across its domestic and regional network.
Transavia, the Dutch low-cost subsidiary of the Air France-KLM Group, has expanded its fleet with the delivery of one Airbus A321neo, bearing serial number 12451. The aircraft is powered by LEAP-1A32 engines, supplied by CFM International, and marks another step in the airline’s transition to a more fuel-efficient, next-generation fleet.
flydubai, the low-cost carrier based in the United Arab Emirates, has expanded its Boeing 737 MAX fleet with the delivery of one B737-8, bearing serial number 61027. The aircraft is powered by LEAP-1B28 engines supplied by CFM International, supporting the airline’s ongoing network and capacity expansion across the Middle East, Europe, and Asia.
Eurowings, the low-cost subsidiary of Lufthansa Group based in Germany, has added two Boeing 737-800 aircraft to its operational fleet through wet lease agreements with Smartwings of Czechia. The aircraft, bearing serial numbers 40875 and 35793, are powered by CFM56-7B engines.
Buzz, the Polish subsidiary of Ryanair Group, has taken delivery of a Boeing 737-8200, bearing serial number 62385, further expanding its fleet of high-density, fuel-efficient aircraft. The new aircraft is powered by LEAP-1B27 engines, supplied by CFM International, offering lower emissions and improved operating economics.
Play Airlines, the low-cost carrier based in Iceland, has accepted a settlement offer from the Financial Supervisory Authority (FME) relating to issues around the disclosure of its lower revenue generation in 2022. As part of the settlement, the airline has agreed to pay a fine of US$120,800.
