Aircraft Leasing Booms Amid Ongoing Shortages in 2023, Predictions Show Rise in 2024 Aircraft lessor Avolon projects a sharp increase in the demand for new aircraft deliveries in 2024. However, airline needs exceed supply which will stimulate more aircraft leasing agreements. Avolon expects lessor order books will be in high…
Airbus’ Comprehensive Service Center: A Game-Changer for Aircraft Lifecycle Management Airbus has opened its new Airbus Lifecycle Services Center (ALSC) in Chengdu, China. It’s a first in the aviation world, offering a full range of services for the whole life of an aircraft. At this center, planes can be stored,…
Akasa Air Orders 150 More Boeing 737 MAX Jets For Domestic and International Expansion India’s Akasa Air made waves at the Wings India 2024 airshow. The carrier has confirmed an order for 150 Boeing 737 MAX aircraft, boosting its domestic and international network growth prospects. Akasa Air is an exclusive…
In a significant move towards achieving its sustainability goals, KLM will begin flying the environmentally friendly Airbus A321neo to Copenhagen starting August 26. This next-generation aircraft is expected to cut CO2 emissions by up to 15%, marking a milestone in KLM’s commitment to modernizing its fleet. Sustainable Aviation Takes Flight…
Embraer Celebrates Milestone with 1600th Ipanema Aircraft Delivered Amid Soaring Sales The Ipanema, Embraer‘s flagship agricultural aircraft, has been a staple in the industry for over five decades. With continuous production since its inception, the line celebrated a historic moment in December 2023, as the 1600th airplane rolled out to…
Delta Air Lines has placed its first order for 20 A350-1000 long-haul aircraft. The A350-1000 will be a new aircraft type in Delta’s fleet. “We are thankful for Delta’s continued confidence in Airbus’ solutions to meet its fleet needs,” said Christian Scherer, Chief Executive Officer of the Commercial Aircraft business,…
Airbus had a strong performance in 2023, delivering 735 commercial aircraft to 87 customers worldwide. Despite a challenging operating environment, the Commercial Aircraft business secured 2,319 gross new orders (2,094 net). This results in a year-end backlog of 8,598 aircraft. Airbus’ Landmark Year “2023 was a landmark year for Airbus’…
French low-cost airline Transavia France, a subsidiary of the Air France-KLM Group, has received its inaugural A320neo. This aircraft is leased from Avolon and was delivered at the Airbus manufacturing site in Toulouse. In a commitment to sustainable aviation, the airline opted for a delivery flight to Paris-Orly powered by…
Airbus has secured a significant order from EVA Air of Taiwan. The airline has confirmed its purchase of 18 long-range A350-1000s and 15 single-aisle A321neo aircraft from Airbus, favoring the A350-1000 passenger benefits for long-haul trips and the A321neo’s efficiency for regional routes. Clay Sun, President of EVA Air said:…
Icelandair and SMBC have signed a long-term lease agreement for one Airbus A321LR aircraft. In July last year, Icelandair signed a contract with Airbus for up to 25 Airbus A321XLR aircraft. The airline also signed a long-term lease agreement with SMBC for four new A321LR aircraft. The Airbus A321LR and…
