Vietjet Air (Vietnam) has taken delivery of its latest A321neo under a leasing agreement with Castlelake (Ireland). This delivery is part of a larger contract for the acquisition of four A321neos, which will bolster Vietjet’s growing fleet and enhance its operational capabilities on regional and international routes.
STARLUX Airlines (Taiwan) has placed a firm order with Airbus for an additional five A350F freighters, reinforcing its commitment to fleet modernization and expanding its cargo capacity. The new freighters will be powered by Trent XWB-97 engines, which offer superior fuel efficiency and performance.
Royal Flight (Russia) has announced the transfer of its final Boeing 757-200 to AZUR air (Russia). This marks the completion of Royal Flight’s aircraft fleet transition, as the airline’s plans to resume operations remain uncertain.
Riyadh Air (Saudi Arabia) is gearing up for the arrival of its first Boeing 787-9, identified by serial number 41544. The leased aircraft is a significant addition to Riyadh Air’s growing fleet and will initially be utilized as a technical spare and for crew training purposes.
Korean Air appears to be evaluating the possibility of operating its Airbus A380 fleet beyond the previously announced retirement year of 2026. Recent developments include sending several of its A380 superjumbos to Lufthansa Technik Philippines for D-checks, a major maintenance procedure required for long-term operational readiness.
Eastern Air Holdings (US) has announced plans to reactivate an ex-iAero B737-300F, bearing serial number 23538. This freighter aircraft will soon be placed on the Air Operator Certificate (AOC) of the company’s subsidiary, Eastern Air Express.
China United Airlines has expanded its fleet with the delivery of a B737-800, bearing serial number 37888. The aircraft is on lease and is powered by CFM56-7B26 engines, which are renowned for their efficiency and reliability in short- and medium-haul operations.
AFI KLM E&M and CFM International (US) have signed an agreement to purchase up to 10 spare LEAP-1A and LEAP-1B engines. These engines will bolster AFI KLM E&M’s portfolio of LEAP Premier MRO services, enabling the company to provide comprehensive maintenance, repair, and overhaul solutions to airline customers globally.
Aero Contractors (Nigeria) has announced its plans to expand its fleet, targeting a total of five CRJ1000s and five Boeing 737NGs. This ambitious move is backed by financial support from new investors, showcasing renewed confidence in the airline’s growth potential.
