AirZeta, formerly known as Air Incheon, has officially completed the acquisition of Asiana Airlines’ cargo divisionand begun operations under its new identity. The transaction, valued at $322.5 million, was finalized on 1 August 2025, following the formal transfer of all rights and obligations related to Asiana’s international freighter cargo operations the day before.
Virgin Australia has taken delivery of its second Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft from Aviation Capital Group (ACG), as part of a three-aircraft agreement sourced from ACG’s direct order with Boeing. The newly delivered aircraft, bearing manufacturer serial number 65126, represents a continuation of the airline’s fleet modernization efforts as it reaffirms its growth trajectory in the post-pandemic aviation landscape.
Boeing has reported a significant narrowing of its second quarter 2025 losses, driven by increased aircraft deliveries and progress on its recovery plan. The U.S. aerospace giant posted a net loss of $612 million, a marked improvement from the $1.1 billion loss recorded in the same quarter of 2024. The company’s revenues surged 35% to $22.7 billion, while operating losses were…
Air China made notable adjustments to its fleet during June 2025, adding one Boeing 737 while retiring three Airbus A320 series aircraft. These updates brought the airline’s total active fleet to 934 aircraft by the end of the month, reflecting an ongoing strategy of fleet optimization amid evolving market conditions.
Norwegian, one of Europe’s prominent low-cost carriers, has announced plans to purchase three Boeing 737-800 aircraft that are currently under lease. The acquisition is expected to close in the third quarter of 2025 and will initially be funded through the airline’s cash reserves, with efforts underway to secure long-term financing after completion.
FL Technics, a leading global provider of aircraft maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) services headquartered in Lithuania, has revealed its intent to acquire JOB AIR Technic, a Czech-based MRO company. The transaction is subject to the fulfillment of agreed closing conditions, including mandatory statutory and regulatory approvals.
Virgin Australia has officially marked its return to the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX) following a successful initial public offering (IPO) that raised $439 million, signaling a major step in the airline’s post-restructuring comeback. This IPO marks the airline’s second listing after its 2020 voluntary administration and subsequent ownership change under Bain Capital.
Andes Líneas Aéreas, a regional carrier based in Argentina, has expanded its operating fleet with the delivery of a Boeing 737-700 aircraft, bearing manufacturer serial number (MSN) 38126, under a lease arrangement. The aircraft is powered by CFM56-7B22 engines, a standard configuration for the -700 series, offering reliable performance and operational efficiency.
Air Niugini has announced that its first Airbus A220 has entered final assembly at Mirabel, Canada, with delivery scheduled for September 2025. This aircraft is the first of 11 A220s—in both -100 and -300 variants—that the airline plans to introduce as part of its ambitious fleet renewal strategy.
WestJet, the Canadian carrier, has taken delivery of a Boeing B737-8 under lease, featuring manufacturer serial number 43301. The aircraft is powered by LEAP-1B27 engines, manufactured by CFM International, and is the latest addition to the airline’s growing 737 MAX fleet.
