JetSMART, the ultra-low-cost airline based in Chile, has taken delivery of a brand-new Airbus A320neo, with manufacturer serial number 12570. The aircraft is powered by Pratt & Whitney PW1127G-JM geared turbofan engines, reinforcing JetSMART’s commitment to operating a modern, fuel-efficient fleet as it expands its footprint across South America.
Flynas, a Saudi Arabian low-cost carrier, has announced the expansion of its fleet with the addition of two narrowbody aircraft. The airline took delivery of one Airbus A320neo, bearing serial number 12658, powered by LEAP-1A26 engines, and added one Boeing 737-8, serial number 43014, through a wet lease from Batik Air Malaysia, equipped with LEAP-1B25 engines.
EgyptAir, the national flag carrier of Egypt, has confirmed a firm order for an additional six Airbus A350-900 aircraft as part of its ongoing long-haul fleet modernization and expansion strategy. This new commitment brings EgyptAir’s total order for the A350-900 to 16 aircraft, positioning the airline for improved operational efficiency and enhanced passenger experience on international routes.
Aviation Capital Group (ACG) has announced the delivery of an additional Airbus A321neo aircraft to Wizz Air, the Hungarian ultra-low-cost carrier. This delivery is the seventh aircraft provided under an ongoing multi-aircraft sale-and-leaseback agreement between the two companies. The aircraft is equipped with Pratt & Whitney GTF (Geared Turbofan) engines, reinforcing Wizz Air’s commitment to operational efficiency and reduced environmental impact.
ATR, the European regional aircraft manufacturer co-owned by Airbus and Leonardo, has projected a global market demand for approximately 2,600 turboprop aircraft over the next 20 years, spanning until 2045. The breakdown includes 2,100 passenger aircraft and 500 freighters, emphasizing the continuing relevance of turboprops in global aviation—especially for regional connectivity and last-mile logistics.
ATR, the European turboprop aircraft manufacturer jointly owned by Airbus and Leonardo, has reported that it received firm orders for 11 ATR72-600 aircraft from two undisclosed customers during the first half of 2025. This development reflects a sustained interest in regional turboprop aircraft amid rising fuel costs and the increasing demand for efficient and environmentally sustainable air transport solutions.
Air Nostrum, the Spanish regional carrier, has taken delivery of one ATR72-600 turboprop aircraft, expanding its fleet with a focus on regional route optimization and fuel efficiency. The newly delivered aircraft, bearing the manufacturer serial number 1056, has been acquired under a lease agreement, reflecting the airline’s continued investment in flexible and efficient fleet management strategies.
Turkish Airlines has further expanded its narrowbody fleet with the leased delivery of an Airbus A321neo, bearing manufacturer serial number (MSN) 12577. The aircraft is powered by Pratt & Whitney PW1133G-JM geared turbofan engines, known for their superior fuel efficiency and environmental performance.
Turkish Airlines is in the process of finalizing lease agreements with lessors Avolon and Carlyle Aviation Partners, both based in Ireland, to acquire a total of 14 Airbus A321neo aircraft. These aircraft are intended for its low-cost subsidiary, Ajet, and are part of the airline’s broader effort to compensate for delivery delays affecting its direct aircraft orders.
Transavia France, the low-cost subsidiary of Air France-KLM Group, has added a new Airbus A320neo to its expanding fleet. The aircraft, carrying manufacturer serial number (MSN) 12572, is powered by CFM International LEAP-1A24 engines, continuing the airline’s shift toward greater efficiency and sustainability.
