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Aircraft & Engines

TrueNoord has delivered a brand-new ATR42-600 to Afrijet Business Service © TrueNoord

Afrijet Business Service leaps to a greener future with new ATR42-600

TrueNoord, the regional aircraft leasing specialist, has delivered a factory-new ATR42-600 aircraft to Afrijet Business Service, operating as FLYGABON, under a long-term lease agreement. This delivery completes Afrijet’s transition from older ATR-500 series aircraft to the latest generation of turboprops, making its ATR-600-series fleet the youngest of its kind in Africa. The aircraft is notable

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SalamAir

SalamAir welcomes Airbus A321neo, advancing sustainable growth and route expansion

SalamAir, Oman’s low-cost airline, has taken delivery of its latest aircraft, the Airbus A321neo, increasing its total fleet size to 14. This acquisition aligns with the airline’s strategy to improve operational efficiency, enhance passenger experience and support environmental sustainability. The A321neo is powered by advanced CFM LEAP-1A engines, delivering up to 20% lower fuel consumption

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JetBlue Embraer E190 jet © Azorra

Azorra acquires 13 E190 jets and 36 CF34-10E6 engines from JetBlue

Azorra has signed a sale-and-purchase agreement with JetBlue to acquire 13 Embraer E190 aircraft and 36 General Electric CF34‑10E6 engines. Deliveries began in July 2025 and will continue through to the second quarter of 2026, marking another strategic collaboration between the two companies. The transaction strengthens Azorra’s established presence in the Embraer E‑Jet market and

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CFM56‑5B engine

AerFin expands footprint in Japan

AerFin, the aviation asset specialist, has completed the sale of a second CFM56‑5B engine from the A320ceo family to Keiyo Gas Energy Solution (KGES), strengthening its presence in Japan’s growing aviation investment market. The deal was facilitated by BeYoke Capital, a structured finance adviser that has consistently supported AerFin in connecting with Japanese investors. Unlike

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HRA has completed the delivery of two MAX 8 planes to GOL

HRA delivers two Boeing 737 MAX 8s to GOL

High Ridge Aviation (HRA) has successfully completed the delivery of two Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft to GOL Linhas Aéreas Inteligentes S.A. (GOL) under a purchase-and-leaseback agreement. This marks the first transaction between HRA and GOL, establishing HRA as a new leasing partner for the Brazilian airline. The aircraft, produced at Boeing’s manufacturing facility in

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Tokyo Fire Department's Airbus H225 helicopter

Tokyo Fire Department orders Airbus H225 to enhance emergency response fleet

The Tokyo Fire Department has awarded Airbus Helicopters a contract for a new H225 helicopter following a competitive tender process. The acquisition is part of the agency’s ongoing fleet modernisation programme and will replace an older aircraft to improve operational readiness for critical missions, including aerial firefighting, search and rescue, emergency medical services and disaster

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Infinity Flight Group expands its training fleet with ten additional Cessna Skyhawks

Infinity Flight Group to add more Cessna Skyhawks to training fleet

Textron Aviation has announced an agreement with Infinity Flight Group for the purchase of ten additional Cessna Skyhawk aircraft, scheduled for delivery in 2027. This latest order brings Infinity Flight Group’s total purchases to 35 new Skyhawks over the past three years, reflecting sustained growth in its training operations. Infinity Flight Group, a certified Cessna

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Bombardier Challenger 3500 in flight

Bombardier delivers first Challenger 3500 in Costa Rica

Bombardier has achieved a significant milestone by delivering its first Challenger 3500 business jet in Costa Rica, strengthening its footprint in Central America. This marks an important step for the company in expanding its regional fleet and demonstrating confidence from local clients in Bombardier’s aircraft capabilities. The Challenger 3500, part of a platform that has

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Condor Airbus A320 © AirTeamImages

APOC secures engine lease agreement with Condor

APOC Aviation (APOC) has finalised a twelve-month green-time lease agreement for a CFM56-5A engine with Hamburg-based global operator Condor. The engine, secured as a spare by Condor’s technical team, is expected to be installed immediately on one of the airline’s Airbus A320 aircraft for the full duration of the lease. Condor has previously leased engines

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United Boeing 737-9

DAE, United sign ten-aircraft purchase-and-leaseback deal

Dubai Aerospace Enterprise (DAE), a global aviation services provider, has signed a significant purchase agreement with United Airlines (United) for ten new Boeing 737-9 aircraft. Under the terms of the agreement, DAE will acquire the aircraft and lease them back to United on long-term contracts, with deliveries scheduled between August 2025 and February 2026. Firoz

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