AviLease, a global aircraft lessor based in Saudi Arabia, has finalised its first lease deal with Riyadh Air. The agreement covers one Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner and makes AviLease the first lessor to partner with the Kingdom’s new national carrier. The aircraft will arrive in the fourth quarter of 2025, marking a major step as Riyadh
BOC Aviation has signed a new lease agreement with Zhejiang Loong Airlines for three Airbus A320neo aircraft. The planes come from BOC Aviation’s orderbook and will be powered by CFM LEAP-1A engines. Deliveries are scheduled for 2027. Moreover, Chief Executive Steven Townend said the deal reinforces the company’s presence in China. He noted that the
The Hiroshima City Fire Services Bureau has received its first Airbus H160 helicopter, becoming the world’s first firefighting operator of this helicopter. The aircraft will begin service in early 2026. It will support firefighting, search and rescue, medical emergencies and disaster response. It will also be used for aerial surveys of affected areas. The H160
Airbus’ 2025 Cargo Global Market Forecast (GMF) projects the worldwide fleet of dedicated freighter aircraft will grow to 3,420 over the next 20 years, a 45% increase. This total will include 815 existing freighters and 2,605 additional ones. Of the 2,605 new freighters, 1,530 will replace older aircraft, while 1,075 will support fleet growth. These
Aviation Capital Group LLC (ACG) has delivered three new Airbus A321neo aircraft to Wizz Air. These aircraft are powered by advanced Pratt & Whitney GTF engines, known for their fuel efficiency and lower emissions. They mark the tenth, eleventh and twelfth deliveries under a multi-aircraft sale-and-leaseback agreement between ACG and the airline. The latest deliveries
Korean Air and Archer Aviation (Archer) have signed an agreement to bring Archer’s Midnight eVTOL aircraft to Korea. The rollout will begin with government use and later expand to other sectors. As part of the deal, Korean Air plans to buy up to 100 Midnight aircraft. This partnership places Korea at the forefront of advanced
IndiGo, India’s largest airline, has finalised a firm order for 30 Airbus A350 aircraft. This deal converts a memorandum of understanding signed in June into a confirmed contract. As a result, IndiGo’s total A350 orders now stand at 60. The agreement marks a key turning point for the airline. It signals IndiGo’s entry into the
Abra Group has confirmed an order for new Airbus aircraft to increase connectivity across the Americas and Europe. The move supports its plan to meet rising travel demand and strengthen its position in key markets. To enhance long-haul capability, Abra has agreed to acquire up to seven Airbus A330neo aircraft. These aircraft will be deployed
AerFin has successfully placed two PW1100 engines removed from its fifth Airbus A320neo aircraft acquisition. The transaction marks another milestone in the company’s expanding role within the next-generation engine market. In today’s supply-constrained environment, serviceable PW1100 engines remain in high demand. Airlines and lessors continue to seek reliable access to engines to keep their A320neo
Horizon Aircraft has confirmed the purchase of the PT6A engine from Pratt & Whitney Canada. The acquisition marks a major step in building the company’s full-scale hybrid eVTOL, the Cavorite X7. It also signals Horizon’s intent to redefine modern flight with proven reliability and efficient performance. The PT6A is one of the world’s most trusted
