WestJet has signed long-term lease agreements with Aviation Capital Group (ACG) for 13 Boeing 737-10 aircraft, supporting the airline’s fleet renewal and growth strategy. The agreement follows ACG’s delivery of two Boeing 737-8s to the Canadian carrier in February 2026. ACG expects to deliver the first Boeing 737-10 from its orderbook to WestJet once the
Willis Lease Finance Corporation (WLFC) has signed a definitive agreement to acquire 12 commercial aircraft and 13 aircraft engines. The acquisition strengthens WLFC’s aircraft leasing portfolio while complementing its asset management, technical and aftermarket capabilities, enhancing the company’s ability to support customers throughout the aviation asset lifecycle. “This transaction provides an opportunity to grow our
Aero Engine Solutions (AES) and Aero Engine Leasing have signed an agreement with a major airline to acquire 14 overhauled CFM56-7B engines through a new joint venture with a leading institutional investor. The acquisition marks a significant milestone for the companies, expanding their engine portfolio and strengthening their ability to supply operators with serviceable assets
Airbus Helicopters has delivered the fourth and final H125 to the Nova Scotia Department of Natural Resources (NSDNR), completing the province’s fleet renewal programme. Ordered in 2024, the four new helicopters replace a fleet that entered service in 2016. They will support a range of critical provincial missions, including wildfire response, search and rescue, aerial
Embraer has unveiled the upgraded Phenom 300EV, introducing new safety technologies, performance improvements and cabin enhancements to the world’s fastest and longest-range light jet. The most significant addition is Garmin Emergency Autoland, making the Phenom 300EV the largest business jet equipped with the system, which can perform a fully automated landing in the event of
Lufthansa‘s special anniversary fleet will soon welcome another addition as the airline’s first Airbus A350-1000 has been painted in its centenary livery at Airbus’ Toulouse facility. The aircraft features a blue fuselage with a white XXL crane and the markings “1926 | 2026” and “100”. A total of 432 litres of blue paint and 246
Azorra completed 52 transactions during the second quarter (Q2) of 2026, reflecting continued momentum across its leasing, trading and portfolio management activities. During the quarter, Azorra signed and extended leases for nine aircraft and five engines. It acquired eight aircraft, seven engines and one airframe, delivered eight aircraft and seven engines, sold five aircraft and
AerCap has signed lease agreements with China Southern Air Logistics for three Boeing 777-300ERSF converted freighter aircraft, marking another step in the companies’ long-standing partnership. The Boeing 777-300ERSF, known as “The Big Twin“, is the first passenger-to-freighter conversion programme developed for the Boeing 777-300ER. The first aircraft is due to be delivered in October 2027,
AJet will expand and modernise its fleet with the addition of five Airbus A321neo aircraft under a new lease agreement with BOC Aviation. The new-generation aircraft, powered by Pratt & Whitney GTF engines, are scheduled for delivery in 2028 and will support the Turkish low-cost carrier’s continued growth across Europe, North Africa and the Middle
AeroDirect has acquired two CFM56-7B26/3 engines previously operated by US-Bangla Airlines, strengthening its portfolio of high-demand narrow-body engine assets. The engines are currently undergoing heavy maintenance at Precise Aviation, an AeroDirect affiliate, before being made available to customers across a range of aftermarket services, including leasing, sale, exchange and repair management. The acquisition forms part
