All articles tagged with #aircraft order
AirAsia ordered 150 Airbus A220-300 jets in the largest firm A220 order to date, making AirAsia a new customer and launch operator of a 160-seat cabin configuration with extra overwing exits. The aircraft will expand AirAsia's ASEAN and Central Asia routes while preserving low operating costs; Airbus notes 501 A220s delivered to 25 operators as of March 2026, with SAF use supported today and a goal of 100% SAF by 2030.
China Aircraft Leasing Group Holdings Limited (CALC) has ordered 30 additional Airbus A320neo Family aircraft, bringing their total Airbus orders to 282, with 203 being A320neo models. This order underscores CALC's ongoing partnership with Airbus and their focus on sustainable, efficient aircraft solutions for their customers.
LATAM has ordered up to 74 Embraer E195-E2 aircraft to modernize its regional fleet, with deliveries starting in late 2026, aiming to expand its network and replace older Airbus A319s, highlighting a focus on economic efficiency and passenger experience.
United Airlines has decided not to bid for Spirit Airlines' assets due to impracticality and costs associated with fleet reconfiguration and gate limitations, while focusing on expanding pilot hiring and potential Airbus A350 orders.
Avelo Airlines has ordered up to 100 Embraer E195-E2 jets, including 50 firm orders and 50 options, to modernize its fleet and expand its network, with deliveries starting in 2027. This makes Avelo the first US airline to operate this aircraft, which offers improved fuel efficiency, passenger comfort, and short-field performance, though the high acquisition cost raises questions about long-term profitability amid industry consolidation.
Avelo Airlines has ordered up to 100 Embraer E195-E2 aircraft, with a firm order for 50 and rights for 50 more, to modernize its fleet, improve cost efficiency, and expand its network, making it the first U.S. carrier to operate Embraer's largest and most advanced aircraft, with deliveries starting in 2027.
Korean Air announced its largest-ever order of 103 Boeing airplanes worth about $36.5 billion, including 787s, 777s, and 737 MAX 10s, along with a $13.7 billion deal with GE Aerospace for engines and services, aiming to expand its fleet and international destinations amid a broader trend of major aircraft orders during the Trump administration.
China is considering a major order of up to 500 Airbus jets, including both narrowbody and widebody aircraft, as part of a strategic move to strengthen ties with Europe and send a message amid US-China trade tensions. The deal, potentially the largest for China, could be finalized during a high-profile visit by European leaders to Beijing, and may involve negotiations through China's state aircraft procurement body.
Qatar Airways is nearing a decision on a major aircraft order, expected to include around 200 jets split between Airbus A350s and Boeing 777Xs. This move aims to address the airline's need for new wide-body jets to replace older models and expand capacity. The final decision may be announced at the Farnborough Air Show in late July.
Korean Air Lines Co. is considering ordering up to 30 new jets from Boeing as early as next month, following a recent order of nearly three dozen Airbus jets. The airline is deciding between Boeing’s 787 Dreamliner and additional Airbus A350s, according to CEO Cho Won-Tae.
Korean Air Lines Co. has chosen Airbus over Boeing to purchase 33 A350 wide-body jets in a $14 billion deal, as it aims to streamline its fleet ahead of a merger with Asiana Airlines Inc. The order includes 27 A350-1000s and 6 A350-900s, reflecting the airline's sustainability efforts and preparation for the integration of Asiana Airlines. This decision marks a significant win for Airbus, while Boeing secured a smaller order of 10 787-9s. The move comes amid a surge in wide-body orders and as Korean Air seeks to simplify its fleet and reduce costs.
American Airlines has placed a significant order for 260+ narrow body and regional jets from Airbus, Boeing, and Embraer, with options for 193 additional aircraft. The order includes 85 Airbus A321neos, 115 Boeing 737 MAX 10s, and 90 Embraer E175s, reflecting the airline's focus on larger narrow body aircraft to enhance capacity and compete with low-cost carriers. This move extends American's aircraft order book into the 2030s, supporting its fleet modernization and growth strategy.
American Airlines has placed its largest aircraft order since 2011, ordering 260 planes from Airbus, Boeing, and Embraer in roughly equal numbers. The order includes 85 Airbus A321neo planes, 85 Boeing 737 Max 10 jets, and 90 smaller Embraer E175 aircraft. This signals the airline's confidence in Boeing despite a recent safety incident involving a 737 Max plane. The order aims to modernize and simplify the airline's fleet, allowing for the use of bigger aircraft on shorter routes and offering more premium seats to meet growing demand.
Royal Brunei Airlines has ordered four Boeing 787-9 aircraft to complement its existing fleet of 787-8s, potentially signaling significant growth in its long haul capacity. It remains to be seen whether these new planes will be used for expansion or to replace older aircraft. The airline's CEO emphasized the potential for new growth areas and a superior travel experience for guests with the addition of the new fleet.
Indian airline Akasa Air has placed an order for 150 Boeing 737 Max aircraft, providing a much-needed boost for the troubled planemaker. The order, which includes 737 Max 10 and 737 Max 8-200 models, excludes the Max 9 planes that have been grounded by US regulators. This comes amidst a series of recent incidents involving Boeing aircraft, including an emergency landing of an Alaska Airlines flight and a critical failure on US Secretary of State Antony Blinken's modified Boeing 737 plane. The order reflects India's growing aviation market and aims to position Akasa Air as one of the top 30 leading airlines in the world by the end of the decade.