Air Canada has expanded its fleet with the addition of a new Boeing 737-8, identified by serial number 66477, further enhancing its operational efficiency. The aircraft is powered by LEAP-1B27 engines, offering improved fuel efficiency, lower emissions, and reduced operating costs.
FedEx Express, a leader in global logistics and air cargo services, has expanded its fleet with the addition of a new Boeing 777F freighter. This aircraft, bearing serial number 66267 and registration N841FD, is powered by GE90-110B1L engines, known for their efficiency and reliability.
Azul, the Brazilian airline, has officially retired the last two Boeing 737-400F aircraft from its fleet, completing its transition away from this freighter type. The two aircraft, identified by serial numbers 28198 and 28053, have now been phased out as part of the airline’s fleet modernization strategy.
Air Transport Services Group (US) (ATSG) has announced plans to increase its Airbus freighter leasing portfolio in 2025, preparing to introduce up to four A330-300P2Fs (Passenger-to-Freighter conversions) and five A321-200PCFs into its leasing program. This move underscores ATSG’s commitment to expanding its cargo aircraft offerings amid growing demand for converted narrowbody and widebody freighters.
SpiceJet, a leading Indian low-cost carrier, has augmented its fleet by wet-leasing a Boeing 737-800 aircraft from Corendon Airlines Malta. This strategic move aims to bolster SpiceJet’s operational capacity and meet the increasing demand for air travel.
IndiGo (India) has taken delivery of a Boeing 737-800, serial 39412, on wet lease from Corendon Airlines (Turkiye). The aircraft, powered by CFM56-7B26 engines, has been introduced to support IndiGo’s operational needs amid ongoing fleet expansion efforts.
Emirates (UAE) is set to spend $5 billion on retrofitting 220 aircraft, as the airline faces delays in the delivery of new aircraft from manufacturers. President Tim Clark emphasized that this investment is essential to sustaining the airline’s extensive global network while awaiting fleet modernization.
AirExplore (Slovakia) and its sister carrier SmartLynx Airlines (Latvia) are currently evaluating changes to their narrowbody freighter strategy, signaling potential adjustments in fleet deployment and operational focus. The move comes amid shifts in demand for converted cargo aircraft, as well as ongoing market fluctuations in the air freight sector.
Texel Air Australasia (New Zealand) has taken delivery of a Boeing 737-800 Boeing Converted Freighter (BCF), serial number 36804, as part of its ongoing fleet expansion. The aircraft was delivered to Auckland and will be deployed across the carrier’s regional and international cargo network.
Norwegian, one of Europe’s largest low-cost carriers, has announced an agreement to purchase ten Boeing 737-800 aircraft that are currently part of its leased fleet. The airline will fund the transaction using cash on hand, with the deal expected to be finalized in Q1 2025.
