StandardAero, a U.S.-based MRO services provider, has expanded its engine service portfolio by introducing lease engine support for both LEAP-1A and LEAP-1B models. The company has already contracted multiple engines and is making them available on short-term lease arrangements to serve the needs of the global LEAP operator community.
Volaris reported a net loss of US$51 million for the first quarter of 2025, driven by a 12% decline in total operating revenue to US$678 million. The Mexican ultra-low-cost carrier also reported total liquidity of US$862 million, including cash, cash equivalents, and short-term investments.
BOC Aviation, a leading Singapore-based aircraft lessor, has placed five Airbus A321neo aircraft with Thai Airways International, as part of its ongoing fleet development strategy and collaboration with major carriers in Asia.
ITA Airways, Italy’s national airline, has received another addition to its narrowbody fleet with the delivery of an Airbus A320neo, bearing serial number 12253. The aircraft is powered by CFM LEAP-1A engines, a key feature of the A320neo family known for efficiency and environmental performance.
GATES USA SPAH has officially announced the expansion of its contracted MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul) capabilities to include LEAP engines, marking a significant milestone in its technical services offering. This development enhances the company’s role in the global aviation aftermarket by aligning with the next generation of fuel-efficient commercial aircraft engines.
Colorful Guizhou Airlines has taken delivery of an Airbus A320neo, marking the introduction of its newly designed cabin layout, which enhances passenger comfort and onboard experience. The aircraft, leased from CDB Aviation, is the second of three A320neos included in a 2024 lease agreement, with the final aircraft scheduled for delivery in 2026.
In a strategic move to enhance its fleet’s efficiency and performance, ANA Holdings, the parent company of All Nippon Airways (ANA) and Peach Aviation, has announced an order exceeding 75 LEAP engines from CFM International. This order encompasses both installed engines and spares, reflecting ANA’s commitment to modernizing its aircraft fleet.
ST Engineering‘s Commercial Aerospace division has announced the acquisition of Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) contracts for CFM56-7B and LEAP-1A engines from two prominent Middle Eastern airlines.
StandardAero (US) has announced that its San Antonio engine overhaul center has secured maintenance organization approval from the Civil Aviation Administration (CAA) of China for the LEAP-1A and LEAP-1Bturbofan engines. This approval is a significant milestone, enabling StandardAero to perform maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) services for Chinese operators using these advanced engines.
AFI KLM E&M and CFM International (US) have signed an agreement to purchase up to 10 spare LEAP-1A and LEAP-1B engines. These engines will bolster AFI KLM E&M’s portfolio of LEAP Premier MRO services, enabling the company to provide comprehensive maintenance, repair, and overhaul solutions to airline customers globally.
