BOC Aviation Limited has agreed a sale-and-leaseback transaction with long-standing customer Qatar Airways for three Airbus A350-1000 aircraft on long-term operating leases. All three aircraft have now been delivered to Qatar Airways and are powered by Rolls-Royce Trent XWB-97 engines. Steven Townend, Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director of BOC Aviation, said: “We are pleased
AerCap has delivered the first of three new Airbus A321neo aircraft to Azerbaijan Airlines (AZAL), marking the type’s debut in the airline’s fleet. The aircraft was handed over at Airbus’ Delivery Centre in Hamburg. The delivery forms part of a 2024 agreement covering three A321neos and three A320neos. Two A320neos have already entered service, with
World Star Aviation (WSA) has announced the successful delivery of a second Boeing 737-400SF freighter to Skyway Airlines. Following the successful delivery of the first aircraft, the latest addition will support the continued expansion of Philippines-based Skyway Airlines across the Asia-Pacific region, enhancing its cargo capabilities in one of the world’s fastest-growing air freight markets.
Willis Lease Finance has completed the acquisition of three Airbus A330-300 aircraft, which will be leased to China Airlines and EVA Air. The company said the deal reflects continued strong demand for aircraft assets and aftermarket services, as operators manage fleet growth, delivery delays and constrained maintenance capacity. Chief Executive Austin C. Willis said the
Azorra has completed the acquisition of 13 Embraer E190 aircraft and 36 General Electric CF34-10E6 engines from JetBlue, further strengthening its aircraft and engine portfolio. Following the signing of the purchase agreement in July 2025, the lessor has begun placing the aircraft and engines with customers worldwide as it continues to expand its global presence.
ABL Aviation, a global independent aircraft investment management firm, has delivered the 16th A220-300 aircraft to Air France. The Airbus A220-300 is powered by Pratt & Whitney PW1521G-3 engines. It is the first aircraft delivered under a new three-aircraft mandate agreed with Air France and supports the airline’s ongoing fleet renewal strategy and commitment to
Bombardier has delivered the first Global 8000 business jet in Asia to an undisclosed customer based in Shanghai, marking a significant milestone in the expansion of ultra-long-range business aviation across the region. Designed to meet the demands of Asian operators, the Global 8000 combines exceptional speed, range and operational flexibility, enabling nonstop travel between major
Thai Airways International (THAI) has taken delivery of its first new GE-powered B787-9 from AerCap during a ceremony at Boeing’s Delivery Center in Everett, Seattle. The aircraft marks a milestone in the long-standing partnership between AerCap and THAI and will support the airline’s fleet renewal programme by improving operational efficiency and sustainability. THAI said the
Airbus has delivered the first H135 helicopter for Canada’s Future Aircrew Training (FAcT) programme, marking a major step in modernising pilot training for the Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF). Known in RCAF service as the CT-153 Juno, the twin-engine helicopter will be used to train future rotary-wing pilots. Selected by SkyAlyne, the prime contractor for
De Havilland Aircraft of Canada (De Havilland Canada) has delivered the first of two Twin Otter Classic 300-G aircraft to Ethiopian Airlines, Africa’s largest carrier. The aircraft will support Ethiopian Airlines’ plans to strengthen regional connectivity and improve access to remote communities, tourism destinations and lake regions across Ethiopia and East Africa. “We appreciate Ethiopian
