Kenya Airways Expands Fleet with Leased B737-800 from DAE Capital
Kenya Airways has taken delivery of a Boeing B737-800, serial 39604, on lease from DAE Capital (UAE), marking the resumption of its fleet expansion strategy.
Kenya Airways has taken delivery of a Boeing B737-800, serial 39604, on lease from DAE Capital (UAE), marking the resumption of its fleet expansion strategy.
Hi Fly Malta has expanded its widebody fleet with the delivery of an Airbus A330-200, acquired on lease. The aircraft, bearing serial number 1283, is powered by CF6-80E1A4 engines, providing enhanced performance and efficiency.
Ethiopian Airlines has expanded its fleet with the delivery of a Boeing B737-8, bearing serial number 66151. The aircraft is powered by LEAP-1B engines, providing enhanced fuel efficiency and operational performance.
Delta (US) has expanded its fleet with the delivery of an Airbus A220-300, bearing serial number 55337. The aircraft is powered by PW1500G engines and is part of Delta’s ongoing fleet modernization efforts.
Air India Express has expanded its fleet with the addition of four leased Airbus aircraft, comprising three A320s and one A320neo. The A320s—with serial numbers 6446, 6690, and 6715—are powered by CFM56-5B4/3 engines, while the A320neo, serial 11779, is equipped with LEAP-1A26 engines.
Air Albania has expanded its fleet with the delivery of an Airbus A320, acquired on a wet lease agreement from Fly2Sky (Bulgaria). The aircraft, bearing serial number 3055, is powered by CFM56-5B4/P engines and is set to support the airline’s operational demands.
BNDES (Brazil) has approved $158 million in financing for Horizon Air (US) to facilitate the acquisition of six Embraer E175 aircraft, scheduled for delivery between 2025 and 2026. This funding underscores Brazil’s continued support for Embraer aircraft sales in international markets.
British Airways (UK) is set to acquire Boeing’s hangar facility and MRO business at London Gatwick, marking a strategic expansion of its maintenance capabilities. This move will secure jobs at the site and strengthen BA’s long-term operational presence at Gatwick Airport.
Malaysia Airlines has successfully addressed the technical issues affecting its A330neo fleet, allowing it to resume deliveries of the remaining 19 aircraft starting February 2025 and continuing through 2026.
Braathens Regional Airways (Sweden) has expanded its regional fleet by acquiring three additional ATR72 aircraft, further strengthening its wet lease partnership with SAS (Scandinavian Airlines). These aircraft will operate exclusively for SAS, supporting the airline’s regional network and operational flexibility.