ITA Airways (Italy) has added a new aircraft to its fleet with the delivery of an Airbus A220-100, identified by serial 50080. The aircraft is equipped with PW1500G engines, offering advanced performance and efficiency.
Hainan Airlines (China) has expanded its fleet with the delivery of a new Airbus A320neo, identified by serial 12313. The aircraft is powered by LEAP-1A26 engines, known for their efficiency and environmental benefits.
Doric Nimrod Air Two (UK) has announced the successful completion of the sale and transfer of an Airbus A380, identified by serial 110, to Emirates (UAE). The transfer follows the lease end date, with the sale yielding US$39.1 million in proceeds.
China Southern Airlines has expanded its fleet with the delivery of an Airbus A321neo, identified by serial 12194. The aircraft is equipped with LEAP-1A32 engines, delivering advanced fuel efficiency and performance.
CDB Aviation (Ireland) has successfully closed a sale/leaseback transaction for one Airbus A350-900 with Air France, a longstanding airline customer. This agreement highlights the ongoing collaboration between the lessor and the carrier, further strengthening their strategic partnership.
Azul (Brazil) has taken a strategic step in its fleet renewal program by returning one Airbus A330-200, identified by serial 494, to its lessor. This move is part of Azul’s efforts to modernize its long-haul operations and enhance operational efficiency.
Asman Airlines (Kyrgyzstan) has unveiled plans to lease two Airbus aircraft—either A320s or A321s—in 2025 to support its ambitions for launching routes to Europe. This initiative is contingent on the airline’s removal from the EU Air Safety List, a prerequisite for operating within European airspace.
Airbus has achieved a significant milestone, delivering more than 80 aircraft in November 2024, according to industry sources. This sharp increase in deliveries supports the manufacturer’s ambitious goal of delivering 770 jets for the entire year.
Turkish Airlines is preparing to operate a specially configured subfleet of Airbus A350-1000s for long-haul services to Australia, signaling a significant expansion in its global route network. The airline is also considering New Zealand as a future destination, reflecting its ambitious growth strategy.
Air Transat (Canada) has announced a new seasonal nonstop service connecting Montreal to Valencia, beginning June 16, 2025. The route will be operated using the Airbus A321neo, further expanding Air Transat’s transatlantic offerings.
