Garuda Indonesia is taking concrete steps to reintroduce the Boeing 737-8 to its fleet, signaling renewed confidence in the type as part of the airline’s broader recovery plan. The national flag carrier is currently finalizing a lease agreement with BOC Aviation, a leading Singapore-based aircraft lessor, to acquire one B737-8.
China Southern Airlines has expanded its fleet with the delivery of a Boeing 737-8 aircraft, bearing serial number 63279. The aircraft is powered by LEAP-1B engines, developed by CFM International, providing enhanced fuel efficiency and reduced emissions compared to older-generation engines.
The U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has issued a scathing report citing multiple systemic failuresthat led to the midair blowout involving a Boeing 737 MAX in 2024. The report faults both Boeing and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) for inadequate oversight, flawed procedures, and lapses in safety compliance.
Southwest Airlines, the largest operator of Boeing 737 aircraft globally, has taken delivery of a new Boeing 737-8, serial number 68927, powered by CFM International LEAP-1B28 engines. The aircraft is part of the airline’s ongoing fleet modernization strategy centered around the 737 MAX family.
Norwegian Air Sweden, a key subsidiary of Norwegian Group, has added a Boeing 737-8 to its fleet. The aircraft, bearing serial number 43569, is powered by CFM International LEAP-1B27 engines and forms part of the airline’s ongoing fleet modernization plan focused on high-efficiency narrowbody operations.
flyadeal, the Saudi Arabian low-cost carrier and subsidiary of Saudia, has expanded its fleet with the addition of a Boeing 737-8, bearing serial number 42998. The aircraft is wet-leased from Batik Air Malaysia and is powered by CFM International LEAP-1B25 engines, offering improved efficiency and environmental performance.
Aviation Capital Group (ACG), a major U.S.-based aircraft lessor, has delivered one Boeing 737-8 to Neos, the Italian leisure airline. This aircraft represents the third and final aircraft delivered to Neos from ACG’s existing order book with Boeing, completing a previously announced multi-aircraft lease agreement.
Boeing reported a strong month for new aircraft orders in May 2025, securing commitments for 119 B737 MAXnarrowbodies and 7 B787-9 widebody aircraft from undisclosed customers. These orders highlight continued demand for Boeing’s next-generation aircraft across both short- and long-haul segments.
Eastar Jet, a low-cost carrier based in South Korea, has announced a planned capital increase of $43.9 million, set to be completed within June 2025. The move is part of a broader effort to strengthen the airline’s financial foundation and enable fleet growth as it continues its recovery in the post-pandemic aviation environment.
WestJet, Canada’s Calgary-based airline, has expanded its single-aisle operations with the leased delivery of a Boeing 737-8, bearing serial number 44298. The aircraft is powered by LEAP-1B27 engines, manufactured by CFM International, continuing the airline’s transition toward a more efficient and environmentally friendly fleet.
