08 Jan 2026
#1 January 2026: North American Aviation Newsletter
Aviation Capital Group Delivers Boeing 737 MAX 8 to LOT Polish Airlines
Aviation Capital Group (ACG) announced the delivery of a new Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft to LOT Polish Airlines, marking the first of three MAX 8 aircraft scheduled for delivery under the agreement between the two parties. The delivery further expands ACG’s long-standing relationship with the Polish flag carrier and supports LOT’s continued fleet modernisation strategy focused on next-generation narrowbody aircraft.
Jetstream Delivers Third Saab 340B to Aerolíneas Sosa
Jetstream Aviation Capital announced the delivery of a Saab 340B passenger aircraft to Aerolíneas Sosa of Honduras. The aircraft, bearing serial number 340B-334, was delivered on 23 December 2025 and represents the third aircraft delivered under a multi-aircraft Saab 340B commitment between Jetstream and the airline. The aircraft will be deployed across scheduled and charter passenger services throughout Honduras, strengthening domestic and regional connectivity.
Rise Air Takes Delivery of Canada’s First ATR 72-600
Rise Air announced the delivery of its first ATR 72-600 aircraft, becoming the launch operator of the ATR -600 series in Canada. The aircraft is the first of three under a lease agreement signed in November 2024, with two additional ATR 72-600s expected to join the fleet in 2026. The delivery follows Transport Canada’s certification of the ATR 42-600 and ATR 72-600 on 27 November 2025, enabling Canadian operators to introduce the next-generation turboprop type. The aircraft will support operations serving remote and infrastructure-driven markets across Saskatchewan.
Acumen’s Take
On ACG’s 737 MAX Delivery to LOT
The delivery highlights continued confidence in the 737 MAX as airlines pursue fuel efficiency and network flexibility. For lessors like ACG, repeat placements with established flag carriers reinforce long-term narrowbody demand fundamentals.
On Jetstream’s Saab 340 Programme
Regional turboprops continue to play a vital role in underserved markets. Jetstream’s Saab 340 strategy reflects sustained demand for proven regional aircraft in markets where infrastructure and traffic volumes favour smaller-capacity solutions.
On ATR 72-600 Entry into Canada
ATR certification and Rise Air’s delivery mark a significant shift in Canada’s regional fleet landscape. As operators replace ageing turboprops, modern ATR aircraft are well positioned to support efficiency, comfort, and operational reliability in challenging environments.
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