08 Feb 2025
#2 Feb 2025: Irish Commercial Aircraft Update
This update compiles key movements and transactions in the Irish commercial aviation sector, highlighting significant aircraft deliveries, transfers, and fleet expansions. Information is sourced from highly regarded platforms, including:
- Chris Witt/Skyliner: http://www.skyliner-aviation.de/
- Dublin Movements Blog: http://notam-ireland.blogspot.ie/
- Planespotters.net: http://www.planespotters.net/
Notable Aircraft Deliveries & Fleet Expansions
EI-HKW Airbus A320-271N – Merx Aviation Finance
This Airbus A320neo, previously registered as VT-WDB, was ferried to Ostrava under Merx Aviation Finance on October 24, 2024. The aircraft will likely undergo maintenance or reconfiguration before entering commercial service under a new operator.
EC-OGD Airbus A320-232 – Vueling
Vueling has expanded its fleet with the delivery of Airbus A320-232 (MSN 2911) to Castellón on November 20, 2024. This aircraft, formerly operated by Scandinavian Airlines (OY-KAM), aligns with Vueling’s ongoing fleet optimisation strategy.
M-ABRZ Airbus A320-214 – IndiGo
IndiGo continues its fleet expansion with the addition of this Airbus A320-214, delivered to Delhi on November 19, 2024. This aircraft, soon to be registered as VT-IWX, is part of IndiGo’s push to strengthen its domestic and regional connectivity.
9H-AEP Airbus A320-214 – Maverick Horizon
Maverick Horizon has taken delivery of Airbus A320-214 (MSN 3056) in Larnaca on November 19, 2024. This addition supports the lessor’s expansion strategy, potentially signalling new leasing agreements or operational expansion.
Freighter Conversions & Cargo Fleet Developments
N794CK Boeing 777-F1H – Kalitta Air
Kalitta Air has received a Boeing 777-F1H on January 4, 2025, delivered to Oscoda, Michigan. Previously operated by Emirates as A6-EFI, the freighter is expected to support Kalitta’s growing cargo operations, reinforcing its transatlantic and global logistics network.
N28833 Boeing 757-28A(F) – AerSale Air
AerSale Air has ferried a Boeing 757-28A(F) to Tashkent on December 10, 2024, indicating a potential lease or operational deployment in the cargo sector. The aircraft’s transition highlights the continued demand for mid-size freighter conversions to support e-commerce and cargo transport.
Leasing & Asset Management Transactions
OE-IOM Airbus A319-112 – Celestial Aviation
Celestial Aviation has ferried Airbus A319-112 (MSN 2913) to Keflavik on December 1, 2024. Previously operated by Royal Jordanian (JY-AYY), the aircraft’s repositioning suggests a possible lease transition or asset management strategy by Celestial Aviation.
OE-IZI Airbus A320-214 – Aergen Aircraft One
Aergen Aircraft One registered an Airbus A320-214 (MSN 3135) at Cheongju International Airport on September 27, 2024. This move indicates a potential new lease agreement or reallocation of assets in the Asia-Pacific region.
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