Philippine Airlines has announced plans to bolster its long-haul fleet with an additional nine Airbus A350-1000 aircraft, following their previously confirmed order of Boeing 787 Dreamliners. The announcement was made during discussions at the 2026 Farnborough International Airshow. This significant expansion will substantially increase Philippine...
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The Helicopter Company, the foremost commercial helicopter operator in Saudi Arabia, finalized an order for eleven additional Leonardo AW139 helicopters during the recent Farnborough International Airshow. This significant purchase underscores continued...
BOC Aviation has placed its largest-ever order with Pratt & Whitney, selecting up to 220 GTF engines to power as many as 110 Airbus A320neo-family aircraft. The agreement marks the latest expansion of the lessor’s narrow-body portfolio and extends its...
De Havilland Canada unveiled its Short C-23 Sherpa at the Farnborough Airshow after a 50-year absence. The aircraft was reintroduced to the international market with plans for an updated variant. This multi-use utility turboprop aims to secure new orders...
IndiGo, India’s largest airline, finalized a Memorandum of Understanding with CFM International regarding the procurement of over 1,000 LEAP-1A engines during the Farnborough Airshow. This significant agreement represents a new record for CFM...
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Turkish Technic has formalized a five-year service and license agreement with GE Aerospace, solidifying its role as an authorized maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) provider. This expansion focuses specifically on Data Link Control and Display Units...
Deal will take E-model acquisition to 72 fighters. Sweden will place a top-up order for another dozen Saab Gripen Es to balance its donation of 16 C/D-model examples to Ukraine. Disclosed by Swedish air force commander Major General Jonas Wikman on the eve...
CFM International has finalized a substantial agreement with IndiGo for over 1,000 LEAP-1A engines. This significant order will power 510 Airbus A320neo-family aircraft, representing the largest single purchase of LEAP engines to date. Alongside this...
The Farnborough Airshow 2026 commenced its second day following a successful opening yesterday. A total of 234 firm aircraft orders were recorded during the initial day, generating $28.6 billion in business. The airshow’s focus for today includes...
Emirates is implementing a new economy-class seat headrest designed for full head and neck support across its Airbus A350 and Boeing 777X fleets. The Dubai-based carrier has already fitted three Airbus A350-900 aircraft with this innovative feature,...
Ryanair Holdings announced a significant decrease in its first-quarter profit, dropping to €538 million – a 34% reduction compared to the previous year’s figure of €820 million. This decline was primarily attributed to substantially increased fuel costs,...
Shizuoka-based airline Fuji Dream Airlines has finalized an agreement to acquire two additional Embraer 175 aircraft. This purchase is intended to bolster the carrier’s domestic network operations significantly. Deliveries of the new jets are slated for...
SMBC Aviation Capital has significantly expanded its aircraft portfolio with a new order of 100 Airbus A320neo-family jets. This substantial purchase includes sixty-five A321neos and thirty-five A320neos, bolstering the company’s strategy of maintaining a...
Philippine Airlines (PAL) has signed an agreement with GE Aerospace for GEnx-1B engines to power its incoming fleet… The post Philippine Airlines picks GE Aerospace to power its new Boeing 787-10 fleet appeared first on AeroTime.
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Loganair’s chief executive, Luke Farajallah, anticipates a future where electric aircraft play a significant part in the airline's passenger network operations. Initially, Loganair plans to utilize electric aircraft for cargo operations following an...
Raytheon UK has unveiled the Red Kite precision-guided weapon, designed for integration with the Royal Air Force’s (RAF) Eurofighter Typhoons. The lightweight system is presented as a cost-effective and high-volume capability intended to increase weapons...
JetBlue Airways secured a substantial portion of Spirit Airlines' operations following the carrier’s collapse in 2026. Specifically, JetBlue won the right to acquire 22 take-off and landing slots at New York’s LaGuardia airport. This acquisition was...
SCAT Airlines, a Kazakh carrier, is set to expand its operations into the freight sector by utilizing a converted Boeing 767-300ER aircraft. This move follows an agreement reached between SCAT and Boeing regarding the modification of the twinjet under the...
British Airways will operate flights using its Airbus A350-1000 aircraft to eight United States locations starting in 2026. These routes include New York (JFK), Austin, Boston, Chicago, Denver, Houston, Los Angeles and San Francisco. The airline’s decision...
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A significant shift in airline fleet composition is underway, representing a notable 12% reduction in aircraft dedicated to coach seating. This strategic move reflects a growing emphasis within the aviation industry on prioritizing higher-revenue premium...
JetBlue has secured a bid of $58.5 million for twenty-two slots at New York’s LaGuardia Airport's Marine Air Terminal. This acquisition represents a key element in JetBlue’s strategy to enhance its operational capabilities within the region. The airline...
Final decision on “broad package” of investment, including grant of up to £10 million, is expected by year-end. Bristol-based Vertical Aerospace has topped off its debut flying appearance at the show yesterday with a government pledge this morning on...
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American Airlines has inaugurated its inaugural Flagship check-in service at Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW), marking a significant advancement in passenger experiences. The newly established space represents American’s most expansive...
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