Copa Airlines is expanding its dedicated cargo operations with the lease of a second Boeing 737-800BCF, bearing serial number 33709. This addition will effectively double the airline’s freighter fleet, allowing for greater flexibility and capacity in cargo transport across the Americas.
British Airways is currently facing operational challenges as four of its Boeing 787 aircraft remain grounded due to ongoing issues with Rolls-Royce Trent 1000 engines. These engine problems have led to significant disruptions in the airline’s flight schedules.
Boeing has reported 45 aircraft deliveries for January 2025, making it the company’s busiest January in recent years. Among these deliveries, 40 were B737 MAX, including seven aircraft to unidentified Chinese airlines.
American Airlines has received a new Boeing 737-8, bearing serial number 44509, as part of its ongoing fleet expansion strategy.
Air Peace, a leading Nigerian airline, has announced the suspension of its flights from Lagos to Johannesburg, South Africa, and Lomé, Togo, effective late February 2025. The final flight to Johannesburg is scheduled for February 23, 2025, while the last service to Lomé will be on February 24, 2025. These routes are currently operated using Embraer E195-E2 and Embraer ERJ145 aircraft.
FL Technics, a globally recognized provider of aviation maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) solutions, has initiated fleet support for a new client, Fly Vaayu of the United Arab Emirates. This partnership involves providing comprehensive maintenance services for Fly Vaayu’s Airbus A320 Passenger-to-Freighter (P2F) aircraft.
Frontier Airlines has outlined its 2025 aircraft delivery schedule, with plans to receive a total of 21 Airbus aircraftthroughout the year. This includes 13 A321neos and 8 A320neos, all financed through Sale&Leaseback agreements. The airline’s revised delivery schedule is as follows:
Air New Zealand has expanded its fleet by leasing three Boeing 777s to address capacity challenges caused by engine constraints. These aircraft will help maintain operational efficiency and meet passenger demand.
In a strategic move to enhance domestic connectivity, TACV Cabo Verde Airlines has entered into agreements to lease two ATR 72-600 aircraft, bearing serial numbers 1512 and 1514, from TrueNoord, a Netherlands-based regional aircraft lessor. Each lease is set for an eight-year term.
Saudia, the national carrier of Saudi Arabia, has expanded its fleet by acquiring an Airbus A330-300, serial number 1077, through a wet lease arrangement with Wamos Air, a Spanish charter and wet-lease operator. This aircraft is equipped with Trent 772B-60 engines, known for their efficiency and performance.
