Deucalion has acquired an Airbus A320-200 on lease to Vueling Airlines, the Spanish low-cost carrier and a member of International Airlines Group (IAG). The lessor acted as arranger on behalf of an institutional investor and will continue to serve as lease servicer for the duration of the lease. Financial terms were not disclosed. The aircraft
Saudia Cargo has announced the addition of four Boeing 777-200 freighters as part of its strategy to double its dedicated cargo fleet and strengthen its operational capabilities in line with Saudi Vision 2030 and the National Transport and Logistics Strategy. The fleet expansion will enhance the carrier’s global network and enable it to meet rising
Dubai Aerospace Enterprise (DAE) and Neuberger Specialty Finance have agreed to establish Mustang Aerospace, a new aircraft leasing co-investment platform targeting around US$6 billion in aircraft investments over the medium term. The venture will enable DAE and funds managed by Neuberger Specialty Finance to acquire a diversified portfolio of aircraft to meet growing demand from
Embraer delivered 65 aircraft in 2Q26, marking its strongest second-quarter delivery performance in 16 years. Deliveries increased by 48% quarter on quarter (qoq) and 7% year on year (yoy). In 1H26, the company delivered 109 aircraft, around 20% more than the 91 aircraft delivered in 1H25, supported by continued progress in its production levelling initiatives.
CDB Aviation, the Irish leasing subsidiary of China Development Bank Financial Leasing (CDB Leasing), has completed a sale-and-lease-back transaction with Lufthansa covering two Boeing 787-9 aircraft. The aircraft, delivered to Lufthansa in late 2025 and early 2026, will operate on the airline’s long-haul network and feature its new Allegris cabin, including upgraded business, premium-economy and
Nigerian carrier Air Peace has taken delivery of its first brand-new Embraer E175 jet. The delivery further strengthens the partnership between Embraer and Air Peace alongside the airline’s existing E195-E2 and ERJ145 fleets. The E175 will support the carrier’s plans to expand connectivity across Nigeria and the wider region, providing greater fleet flexibility while reinforcing
STARLUX Airlines (STARLUX) will add eight Airbus A321neo aircraft to its fleet under a new agreement with aircraft lessor BOC Aviation. The aircraft, powered by CFM LEAP-1A engines, are scheduled for delivery from 2028. The addition will support the Taiwanese carrier’s continued network expansion as it strengthens its position in the long-haul and regional markets.
Embraer’s Praetor 500E has received triple certification from Brazil’s National Civil Aviation Agency (ANAC), the US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), clearing the aircraft for operation in key global markets. Unveiled in February 2026 alongside the Praetor 600E as the first evolution of the Praetor family, the Praetor
Scandinavian carrier SAS has ordered 18 Airbus A330-900 aircraft to support its fleet renewal and long-haul growth strategy. The agreement was signed in Copenhagen by SAS CEO Anko van der Werff and Benoît de Saint-Exupéry, Airbus Executive Vice President Sales, Commercial Aircraft. The new aircraft will enable SAS to expand its international network, increase capacity
Airbus Helicopters and Kasi Healthcare have signed an agreement for the purchase of up to two Airbus H135 helicopters to support emergency medical services (EMS) in Nigeria, marking a significant step forward in the country’s aeromedical capabilities. Announced at the third Nigeria Airlift 2026 Forum, the agreement makes Kasi Healthcare the first operator in Nigeria
