JD Airlines (China) has taken delivery of its tenth Boeing 737-800BCF, with serial number 30709, marking the completion of its 2024 deal with AerCap (Ireland) for four converted freighter aircraft. This delivery solidifies JD Airlines’ position as a key player in the burgeoning air cargo market in China.
Air Changan, a regional carrier based in China, has taken delivery of a Boeing 737-800 with serial number 38156. The aircraft is powered by CFM56-7B24E engines, renowned for their fuel efficiency and reliability, making it a valuable addition to the airline’s growing fleet.
Air Atlanta Icelandic, a leading Icelandic charter and ACMI operator, has taken delivery of its first Boeing 777-200. The aircraft, identified by serial number 28513, is powered by Trent 884-17 engines, signifying a major milestone in the airline’s fleet development.
Jet2, the UK-based leisure airline, has bid farewell to its Boeing 757 fleet, operating its final flight with serial number 27973. The historic flight departed from Geneva and landed at Manchester, symbolizing the end of an era for Jet2 as it retires the iconic aircraft.
Jeju Air, a leading low-cost carrier in South Korea, has decided to cancel its planned Seoul Incheon-Singapore route, which was initially scheduled to commence on March 30, 2025. The service was to be operated using a Boeing 737-800, a mainstay of the airline’s fleet for regional operations.
Southwest Airlines, a leading US carrier, has finalized a sale-leaseback agreement with BBAM, covering 36 Boeing 737-800 aircraft. The deal has already generated $871 million from the sale of the first 35 aircraft, with lease terms ranging from 26 to 37 months.
Israir Airlines, based in Israel, will continue leasing HelloJets’ Boeing B737-700 and B737-800 aircraft during the first quarter of 2025. These aircraft will support Israir’s operations on various routes to and from Tel Aviv, ensuring the airline’s capacity needs are met during this period.
Kalitta Air, a prominent US-based cargo airline, has taken delivery of a new Boeing B777F, featuring serial number 35609. The aircraft, leased from a major lessor, is equipped with GE90-110B1 engines, manufactured by General Electric, renowned for their superior thrust, fuel efficiency, and reliability.
9 Air, a Chinese low-cost carrier, has taken delivery of a new Boeing B737-8, featuring serial number 61374. This latest addition to the fleet is equipped with advanced LEAP-1B engines, developed by CFM International, renowned for their efficiency and reduced environmental impact.
KLM Royal Dutch Airlines has expanded its fleet with the delivery of a new Boeing 787-10, featuring serial number 42504. This state-of-the-art aircraft is powered by GEnx-1B76 engines, manufactured by General Electric, known for their efficiency and reliability.
