American Airlines, one of the largest carriers in the United States, has announced plans to expand its international fleetfrom 120 aircraft to 200 by 2029. A significant portion of this growth will come from the addition of 40 Airbus A321XLRs, underscoring the airline’s strategy to enhance long-haul capabilities.
Avolon reported strong Q3 2025 results, with net income of $149 million, lease revenue of $691 million, and operating cash flow of $539 million. Liquidity reached $9.05 billion, while unsecured debt accounted for 76% of total borrowings. The company continues to demonstrate disciplined growth and balance-sheet optimization as demand for leased aircraft remains robust.
SpiceJet (India) has expanded its fleet with the addition of two B737-8 aircraft, further boosting its operational capabilities. The aircraft, with serials 65900 and 65186, are wet-leased from Corendon Airlines (Turkiye). Both aircraft are equipped with the LEAP-1B engines, known for their fuel efficiency and reliability.
airBaltic has reported strong passenger growth for February 2025, carrying 289,500 passengers, a 4% increasecompared to the same period last year. This marks the highest February passenger count in the airline’s history, reflecting its continued expansion and operational efficiency.
airBaltic, the national carrier of Latvia and one of Europe’s fastest-growing airlines, has inaugurated a new direct flight connecting Gran Canaria (Spain) with Molde (Norway). The new route was launched on November 5, 2025, as part of the airline’s winter schedule, marking another expansion from its seasonal base in Gran Canaria. The weekly service operates every Wednesday until early April 2026, with a flight time…
EPCOR (Netherlands) and Philippine Airlines (Philippines) have announced a strategic partnership for the maintenance of Auxiliary Power Units (APUs) for Philippine Airlines’ A320 fleet. This agreement specifically focuses on the APU131-9A, a critical component ensuring reliable onboard power and system functionality.
