All articles tagged with #fleet modernization
Eight people—a mix of military personnel, government civilians and contractors—died when a B-52 Stratofortress crashed shortly after takeoff at Edwards Air Force Base during a routine test tied to the Air Force's fleet modernization; investigators will examine takeoff performance, engine status, and maintenance records, and the full probe could take up to six months as flight tests are paused.
Delta Air Lines placed a direct order with Boeing for up to 60 787 Dreamliners (30 firm with option for 30 more) to support long-haul international growth and modernize its widebody fleet, bringing its Boeing order book to 130 aircraft (alongside a separate order for 100 737-10s). The 787-10 can carry up to 336 passengers and uses about 25% less fuel than the aircraft it replaces, enabling expansion on transatlantic and South American routes and improving efficiency and passenger experience.
Delta Air Lines will add 30 Boeing 787-10 Dreamliners to its widebody fleet, introducing a new aircraft type to support international growth, offering about 25% better fuel efficiency per seat, larger premium cabins and enhanced onboard amenities powered by GE’s GEnx engines as part of a broader fleet modernization and international expansion plan.
Southwest Airlines is overhauling its boarding process by switching from open seating to assigned seating starting January 27, introducing the new WILMA boarding method that prioritizes window seats, and simplifying gate lines, as part of a broader effort to modernize its fleet and improve customer experience.
Brazilian aircraft manufacturer Embraer secures its first U.S. order for its E2 jets with a 50-plane deal from startup carrier Avelo Airlines, aiming to modernize its fleet and expand operations, with planes arriving starting in 2027.
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.