Royal Jordanian Airlines has expanded its single-aisle fleet with the delivery of a new Airbus A320neo, serial number 12643, powered by PW1127G-JM engines. This addition aligns with the airline’s ongoing fleet renewal program aimed at improving efficiency, reducing environmental impact, and enhancing regional and medium-haul operations.
Delta Air Lines has adopted an unorthodox strategy to address engine shortages by cannibalizing newly built A321neo aircraft in Europe—removing their Pratt & Whitney (P&W) engines and shipping them to the United States to restore its grounded domestic fleet. This drastic step highlights the severity of ongoing supply chain disruptions impacting airlines that rely on PW1100G-JM engines.
Volaris, Mexico’s leading ultra-low-cost carrier, has expanded its modern fleet with the delivery of an Airbus A320neo, bearing serial number 12651. The aircraft is powered by PW1127G-JM engines from Pratt & Whitney, continuing the airline’s strategy of operating one of the youngest and most efficient fleets in Latin America.
Pattaya Airways, a Thailand-based regional cargo carrier, is preparing to induct its third aircraft, an ATR72-500F, into its fleet under a dry lease agreement during Q2 2026. The airline is also actively soliciting offers for additional leased aircraft, signaling an expansion strategy in response to rising regional cargo demand.
Royal Jordanian has expanded its regional jet fleet with the delivery of a new Embraer E195-E2, bearing serial number 19020180, powered by Pratt & Whitney PW1900G geared turbofan engines. The aircraft forms part of the airline’s strategic fleet renewal initiative aimed at modernizing regional operations and boosting fuel efficiency.
Porter Airlines, a Canadian carrier known for its premium economy model on regional routes, has added two new Embraer E195-E2 jets to its growing fleet. The aircraft, bearing serial numbers 19020182 and 19020187, are both equipped with Pratt & Whitney PW1921G geared turbofan engines.
Frontier Airlines, a U.S.-based ultra-low-cost carrier, has taken delivery of a new Airbus A321neo, identified by serial number 12527. The aircraft is powered by Pratt & Whitney PW1133G-JM geared turbofan engines, known for their enhanced fuel efficiency and lower emissions compared to previous-generation engines.
Avation, a Singapore-based aircraft lessor, has finalized a six-year lease agreement with PNG Air of Papua New Guinea for one ATR72-600 regional turboprop. The aircraft is currently under lease to Mandarin Airlines in Taiwan and is scheduled to transition to PNG Air during the fourth quarter of 2025.
Aleutian Airways, a regional carrier based in the United States, has taken delivery of its first ATR42-600, marking a key milestone in its fleet development strategy. The aircraft, bearing manufacturer serial number 1405, is being introduced under a lease agreement with Azorra Aircraft Leasing, a U.S.-based lessor with a strong presence in the regional aircraft leasing space.
Mexicana, the newly relaunched Mexican national airline, has received its first Embraer E195-E2 aircraft, marking a milestone in its fleet expansion and modernization plans. The aircraft, with serial number 19020186, is powered by PW1900G engines, part of Pratt & Whitney’s geared turbofan engine family.
