Southwest Airlines (US) has expanded its fleet with the delivery of a Boeing 737-8, serial 42611, powered by CFM International LEAP-1B28 engines. This addition aligns with Southwest’s ongoing fleet modernization strategy, ensuring greater fuel efficiency, operational flexibility, and environmental benefits.
Sky Alps (Italy) has wet leased a Boeing 737-800, serial 30667, from ETF Airways (Croatia) to support operations on the Verona-Hamburg route. The lease agreement, set for an undisclosed duration, ensures seamless capacity coverageon the airline’s international network.
JCAS Airways (Japan) is set to expand its fleet with the delivery of its first leased ATR72-600 in October 2025, followed by a second aircraft as early as April 2026. These aircraft acquisitions will support the airline’s planned operational launch in spring 2026 from Kansai Airport, positioning JCAS Airways as a new regional carrier in Japan.
El Al (Israel) is considering the acquisition of a widebody cargo aircraft, with speculation pointing to a Boeing 777 as the preferred model. This move aligns with the airline’s expansion into the air freight sector, capitalizing on rising cargo demand and long-term market opportunities.
China Southern has expanded its fleet with the addition of an Airbus A321neo, serial 12467, powered by CFM International LEAP-1A32 engines. This latest acquisition strengthens the airline’s commitment to modernizing its fleet with fuel-efficient and high-performance aircraft.
Bulgaria Air has taken delivery of a new Airbus A220-300, serial 55325, powered by Pratt & Whitney PW1500G engines. This latest addition aligns with the airline’s fleet modernization strategy, enhancing fuel efficiency, passenger comfort, and operational flexibility.
airBaltic (Latvia) is evaluating a potential initial public offering (IPO) on the London Stock Exchange (LSE) as soon as the second quarter of 2025, with the goal of raising up to $328 million. While the airline has expressed interest in the listing, no final decision has been made regarding the timing or structure of the offering.
TAAG Angola has expanded its fleet with the delivery of an Airbus A220-300, serial 55334, powered by Pratt & Whitney PW1500G engines. This latest addition aligns with the airline’s modernization strategy, improving fuel efficiency, passenger comfort, and operational flexibility.
Red Sea Airlines (Egypt) has expanded its fleet with the addition of a Boeing 737-800, serial 39619, on lease. The aircraft is powered by CFM International CFM56-7B27E engines, ensuring fuel efficiency and optimized operational performance for the carrier’s growing network.
High Ridge Aviation (Ireland) has announced the acquisition of a Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, serial 34814, from ORIX Aviation (Ireland). The aircraft remains under lease to Korean Air, maintaining its operational deployment within the airline’s long-haul fleet.
