Aviation News – Romanian national carrier TAROM has taken delivery of its first Boeing 737-8, becoming the first airline in Romania to operate the Boeing 737 MAX. The delivery marks a significant step in TAROM’s fleet modernization, restructuring and long-term growth strategy. The aircraft was delivered by Boeing and CDB Aviation, marking an important milestone for TAROM as it works to renew its fleet and improve its operational efficiency.

Romanian flag carrier plans to add four 737-8s, with CDB Aviation supplying the first two aircraft

AviationNews – CDB Aviation Delivers Three Airbus A321neos to Jet2, marking a significant step in the leisure carrier's extensive fleet modernization strategy. On August 17, 2026, the global aircraft lessor CDB Aviation finalized the delivery of three brand-new Airbus A321-251NX aircraft to the British airline Jet2 from the manufacturer's facility in Hamburg. This milestone is a critical component of Jet2's ambitious fleet renewal program, which originally commenced in March 2023 following a firm order for 155 new A321neo family jets.

CDB Aviation delivers a second Boeing 737-8 to T’way Air, supporting fleet renewal and expansion as the airline rebrands to Trinity Airways.

CDB Aviation delivers the first Airbus A321LR to Icelandair, marking a key step in replacing Boeing 757s with fuel-efficient jets for transatlantic routes.

CDB Aviation signs lease for five Airbus A321neo aircraft with LATAM Airlines, supporting fleet growth and sustainability targets in 2026.

CDB Aviation completes the sale of two Airbus A321-200 aircraft to Finnair, marking a shift from lease to ownership amid Finnair’s fleet renewal.

CDB Aviation issued $500 million senior unsecured notes at 4.25%, oversubscribed 4.7 times, supporting capital structure and growth plans.

CDB Aviation delivers three Boeing 737-8 aircraft to WestJet, increasing leased jets to 13 and supporting fleet growth for summer 2026.

LATAM Airlines Group has signed lease agreements for five Airbus A321neo aircraft with CDB Aviation, the Irish-based leasing arm of China Development Bank

Aviation News – CDB Aviation has completed a sale-and-leaseback transaction for two Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners operated by Lufthansa, strengthening the airline’s long-haul fleet while providing additional financial flexibility. The agreement supports Lufthansa’s ongoing fleet modernization strategy with its newest widebody aircraft.   The two Boeing 787-9 aircraft were originally purchased by Lufthansa from Boeing before being acquired by CDB Aviation and leased back to the German carrier.

Aviation News – CDB Aviation has reached an agreement to lease five additional Airbus A321neo aircraft to LATAM Airlines, strengthening a long-standing partnership between the global lessor and South America’s largest airline group. This strategic move ensures the delivery of the high-demand narrowbody jets to help the carrier meet its capacity requirements. The aircraft are scheduled for delivery in the second quarter of 2026, providing a clear timeline for LATAM’s fleet modernization efforts.

Aviation News – CDB Aviation has completed the delivery of three Airbus A320neo aircraft to Colorful Guizhou Airlines, strengthening the Chinese low-cost carrier’s fleet as it expands regional and domestic operations. The delivery mandate brings Colorful Guizhou’s A320 family fleet to 12 aircraft and increases its total fleet size to 21 aircraft, underlining continued demand for fuel-efficient narrowbody jets in China’s competitive aviation market.

Aviation News – CDB Aviation has completed the delivery of five Airbus A320neo family aircraft to Mexican low-cost carrier Volaris, supporting the airline’s ongoing fleet modernization and network expansion. The Dublin-based aircraft lessor confirmed that the deliveries, completed between July 2024 and November 2025, included two A320neo and three A321neo aircraft. All five aircraft were provided under sale-and-leaseback agreements, allowing Volaris to continue scaling its operation while maintaining financial flexibility.