JP Lease Products & Services (Japan), in collaboration with JLPS Ireland, has finalized the acquisition of a new Airbus A350-900 through a sale and leaseback (SLB) transaction with Air France. The deal was financed with debt provided by the Commonwealth Bank of Australia, Tokyo Branch, reinforcing investor interest in high-spec widebody assets.
Fuji Dream Airlines, a regional Japanese airline known for its colorful fleet and domestic network, has launched a new executive leadership structure by appointing Shunsuke Honda as its new president. This change follows the retirement of Shunichi Kusunoki, who had served in the role and overseen significant developments in the airline’s operations.
Skymark Airlines, based in Japan, has confirmed plans to acquire three Boeing 737-10 aircraft beginning in fiscal 2027, as part of its long-term fleet modernization strategy. The transaction comprises one exercised purchase option and two aircraft converted from an existing B737-8 order, signaling a pivot toward higher-capacity narrowbody models.
ANA Holdings has finalized an order with Airbus for a total of 27 aircraft, comprising 24 A321neo and 3 A321XLRjets. The fleet expansion will serve both of the group’s carriers: All Nippon Airways and its low-cost arm, Peach Aviation. The move was disclosed during the airshow and forms part of the group’s strategy to modernize and expand its narrowbody operations.
ANA Holdings, the parent company of All Nippon Airways, has confirmed a firm order for 15 Embraer E190-E2 regional jets, with options for an additional 5 aircraft, marking a significant move in its long-term fleet strategy. Deliveries will begin in fiscal year 2028 and continue through 2032. The deal was announced at the airshow, though the specific group subsidiary slated to…
ANA Holdings, parent company of All Nippon Airways, has confirmed a large-scale aircraft acquisition agreement with Boeing, solidifying plans to modernize and expand its fleet. The firm order includes 23 Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners and options for up to 22 Boeing 737-8 MAX aircraft, reinforcing the carrier’s long-term growth and sustainability strategy.
ANA All Nippon Airways (Japan) remains tight-lipped about which specific division will operate its recently ordered 20 E190-E2 regional jets, according to a statement from President Shinichi Inoue. Speaking to industry observers, Inoue said, “Now is not the right time to talk about it,” leaving open questions about how the new aircraft will be integrated into ANA’s broader…
Japan Airlines (JAL) has officially retired its first Boeing 777-300ER, serial number 32431, following its final scheduled flight from Shanghai to Tokyo Haneda on 27 May 2025. The move marks a significant step in JAL’s widebody fleet transition and modernization plan.
Skymark Airlines, based in Japan, has confirmed plans to order six additional Boeing B737-8 aircraft, with deliveries scheduled to occur after fiscal year 2030. This move will bring the airline’s total B737 MAX 8 commitment to 15 aircraft, reinforcing its ongoing narrowbody fleet renewal program.
AirJapan has revealed plans to grow its long-haul fleet by acquiring an additional Boeing B787-8 aircraft, with delivery scheduled for mid-2026. The expansion aligns with the airline’s ongoing fleet modernization and international route development strategies.
