Rise Air, the Indigenous-owned airline providing essential air services across Saskatchewan, has taken delivery of its first ATR 72-600 aircraft, becoming the launch customer for the latest-generation ATR -600 series in Canada. The aircraft is the first of three ATR 72-600s agreed under a deal signed in November 2024, with two additional brand-new aircraft scheduled
Aergo Capital (Aergo) has announced the acquisition of two Boeing 737-800 aircraft from BBAM, further strengthening its narrow-body portfolio and building on recent fleet investment activity. The aircraft, bearing manufacturer serial numbers 42071 and 41148, are both on lease to Norwegian Air Shuttle. The transaction follows closely on the back of Aergo’s Boeing 737-8 acquisition
Philippine Airlines has taken delivery of its first Airbus A350-1000, becoming the 10th airline globally to operate the largest variant of Airbus’s long-range wide-body family. The aircraft represents a significant milestone in the carrier’s fleet modernisation programme and signals a new phase in its long-haul operations. Configured in a premium three-class layout with 382 seats,
Pegasus Airlines (Pegasus) has signed an agreement with CFM International covering up to 300 LEAP-1B engines to power its future B737-10 fleet, reinforcing a partnership that stretches back more than three decades. The deal also includes spare engines and a long-term maintenance services package, underlining a shared focus on reliability and lifecycle support. The Turkish
Taiwan’s China Airlines has firmed up an order for five additional Airbus A350-1000s, lifting its total commitment for the type to 15 aircraft. The latest deal underlines the carrier’s long-term focus on fleet modernisation and growth across its long-haul network. The new wide-body aircraft will complement China Airlines’ existing fleet of 15 A350-900s, which are
IBA, the aviation market intelligence and advisory firm, has reported that Boeing aircraft deliveries in 2025 rose by 69% year-on-year compared with 2024 and were 16% above 2023 levels, signalling a strong recovery and helping to stabilise global aircraft production. Analysis from Stuart Hatcher, Chief Economist and Chief Data Officer at IBA, together with IBA
Aircraft Engine Lease Finance Inc. (AELF) has acquired two Boeing 737-800 aircraft, both manufactured in 2015, from ICBC Aviation Leasing (ICBC). The aircraft are currently on lease to Aerolíneas Argentinas, marking AELF’s first assets placed with the Argentine flag carrier. The transaction represents AELF’s first completed deal with ICBC and reflects the complementary nature of
AerFin, the aviation asset specialist focused on the buying, selling, leasing and repair of aircraft, engines and parts, has acquired a third B777-300ER, previously operated by Japan Airlines. The latest acquisition further strengthens AerFin’s established capability in supporting the global B777 market. The company holds extensive B777 inventory across its warehouses in the UK, the
Aergo Capital (Aergo) has completed the acquisition of a Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft from Aircastle. The aircraft, manufacturer serial number 60513, is currently on lease to Canadian airline WestJet. Fred Browne, Chief Executive Officer of Aergo Capital, commented: “We are pleased to complete the acquisition of this Boeing 737 MAX 8 from Aircastle. I
MD Aircraft GmbH (MDA) has announced a strategic agreement with UrbanLink Air Mobility, under which the operator has signed letters of intent (LOIs) covering 20 pre-orders for MDA’s flagship eViator electric aircraft. The latest commitment increases MDA’s global pre-order book to 110 aircraft, underlining strong international demand and reinforcing the company’s position at the forefront
