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SalamAir and CALC have signed lease agreements for two A320ceo aircraft © SalamAir

New CALC lease powers SalamAir’s expansion plan

China Aircraft Leasing Group (CALC) has signed lease agreements with SalamAir, Oman’s low-cost carrier, for two Airbus A320ceo aircraft. The aircraft are scheduled for delivery in the second quarter of 2026 and will be operated under six-year lease terms, reinforcing SalamAir’s fleet expansion and Oman’s national “Vision 2040 Strategy.” The agreement highlights CALC’s capability to

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Boeing, Uzbekistan Airways signing ceremony at the C5+1 Summit in Washington, DC © Boeing

Three Central Asian airlines expand fleets with major Boeing orders

Boeing has announced a series of major aircraft deals with Central Asian airlines, signalling a new phase of growth and modernisation for the region’s carriers. Air Astana, Somon Air, and Uzbekistan Airways have all committed to significant orders for Boeing’s advanced 787 Dreamliner and 737 MAX aircraft. Air Astana, Kazakhstan’s flag carrier, plans to purchase

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Qantas A350-1000ULR roll out © Airbus

Qantas’ ‘Project Sunrise’ takes shape in Toulouse

Qantas has reached a major milestone in its ambitious Project Sunrise programme. The first Airbus A350-1000ULR, designed for non-stop flights, is now on the assembly line in Toulouse. This marks a key step towards the launch of historic direct services from Australia to London and New York. Qantas and Airbus have unveiled the first images

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Royal Aero acquires two Boeing 777-300ER aircraft

Royal Aero GmbH has announced the successful acquisition of two Boeing 777-300ER aircraft, currently on lease to a leading European operator. This marks a key step in strengthening Royal Aero’s aircraft leasing platform and supports its long-term ambitions in the wide-body market. Paul Jackson, Chief Commercial Officer at Royal Aero, said: “This acquisition reflects our

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Kazakhstan aims to be one of the first countries in Central Asia to embrace advanced air mobility © Joby Aviation

Kazakhstan and Joby sign US$250 million electric air taxi deal

Joby Aviatio has signed a letter of intent to sell up to US$250 million worth of electric air taxis and services to Alatau Advance Air Group (AAAG). The deal will help bring clean, quiet air travel to Kazakhstan. The agreement includes pre-delivery payments and is backed by a memorandum of understanding with the Ministry of

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Simon Goodson (l) and Auvinash Narayen © AerFin

AerFin completes successful transition of two A320 aircraft

AerFin has completed the transition of two Airbus A320 airframes to a leading aviation investor. The transfer of the second aircraft followed soon after the first, with both now placed into service with an airline operator. The swift turnaround highlights AerFin’s efficiency in managing complex asset transitions and its strong relationships within the global aviation

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SAEL seals engine deal with Frontier Airlines

SMBC Aero Engine Lease (SAEL) has finalised a sale-and-leaseback agreement with Frontier Airlines for five Pratt & Whitney PW1100G engines. The engines will be delivered in 2025 from Frontier’s existing spares orderbook, marking another milestone in the growing partnership between the two companies. Robert Fanning, Vice President of Fleet at Frontier Airlines, welcomed the agreement,

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© CDB Aviation

CDB Aviation completes Airbus delivery mandate for Volaris

CDB Aviation has finalised a deal to deliver five Airbus A320neo-family aircraft to its long-time customer, Volaris. The agreement adds to a strong relationship between the two companies. So far, CDB Aviation has leased 16 aircraft to the Mexican low-cost carrier. The latest sale-and- leaseback transactions, completed since July 2024, include two A320neo and three

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© BOC Aviation

BOC Aviation seals aircraft deal with Akasa Air

BOC Aviation has agreed to purchase and lease back three Boeing 737-8 aircraft to Akasa Air. The planes will be leased on long-term operating agreements and will be powered by CFM LEAP-1B engines. The first delivery is set for January 2026. Paul Kent, Chief Commercial Officer at BOC Aviation, said the company was delighted to

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Niagara Helicopters H130 flying over Niagara Falls

Niagara Helicopters completes fleet renewal with four new Airbus H130s

Airbus Helicopters Canada has reached a major milestone with Niagara Helicopters, as the operator completed its fleet renewal with four new H130 aircraft. The fleet renewal, first announced in 2024, marks a key step in modernising operations and enhancing the company’s premium aerial tours over the world-famous Niagara Falls. The H130 offers passengers exceptional visibility

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