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.
LOT Polish Airlines has announced plans to source additional Boeing 787 Dreamliners from the secondary market, as production backlogs and limited delivery slots prevent the airline from receiving new aircraft before the next decade. This move reflects LOT’s strategy to expand its long-haul fleet, ensuring continued growth despite supply chain constraints affecting new aircraft availability.
FlyKhiva, a growing Uzbek airline, has transitioned one of its two Boeing 737-300 aircraft from a wet lease to a dry lease with Icelandair. The first aircraft, serial number 30179, has already been converted, while the second aircraft, serial number 29434, is expected to follow in due course. This move signifies FlyKhiva’s increasing operational independence as it moves toward self-sufficiency in aircraft management.
Buzz, a Polish subsidiary of the Ryanair Group, has recently taken delivery of a new Boeing 737-8200 aircraft, bearing the serial number 67069. This aircraft is powered by LEAP-1B27 engines, known for their fuel efficiency and reduced emissions, aligning with the airline’s commitment to operational efficiency and environmental responsibility.
9 Air, a subsidiary of Juneyao Airlines and China’s first low-cost carrier, has taken delivery of a new Boeing 737-8, serial number 61385. This aircraft is powered by LEAP-1B engines, enhancing the airline’s fuel efficiency and operational performance. The addition is part of 9 Air’s broader strategy to modernize its fleet and expand its route network.
Xiamen Airlines, a leading Chinese carrier, has recently taken delivery of a new Boeing 737-8, bearing the serial number 42964. This state-of-the-art aircraft is powered by LEAP-1B engines, known for their fuel efficiency and performance.
Smartwings, a leading airline based in the Czech Republic, has recently taken delivery of a new Boeing 737-8, bearing the serial number 62915. This state-of-the-art aircraft is powered by LEAP-1B27 engines, known for their fuel efficiency and performance.
Aviation Capital Group (ACG), a leading global full-service aircraft asset manager, has announced the delivery of one Boeing 737-8 aircraft to Air India Express. This aircraft, equipped with CFM International LEAP-1B engines, marks the fifth delivery in a series of multiple-aircraft sale-leaseback transactions between ACG and Air India Express.
