Royal Jordanian is in the mood to add to its fleet, with eight new Embraer E2 aircraft on the way. Royal Jordanian Embraer E195-E2 and E190E2. Rendering, Emberaer The airline has reached an agreement with Embraer and commercial aviation lessor Azorra for the eight aircraft. The agreement will see the introduction of both the E190-E2 and E195-E2 to the airline’s … [Read more...]

It seems that Qatar Airways has got its hands on some new Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft, and has placed them into service. The airline will be adding nine of the Boeing 737-8 variant to its fleet, on a lease. These aircraft were originally destined for S7 Airlines - who cannot take delivery of them.  Qatar Airways has now received its second Boeing 737-8 and will receive … [Read more...]

Philippine Airlines is getting ready to expand its fleet, with the airline signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Airbus to purchase nine A350-1000s. They will be used by the airline's "Ultra Long Haul Fleet project", the A350-1000 will be operated on non-stop services from Manila to North America, including to the East Coast of the US and … [Read more...]

Ryanair has been making noises it is ready to order new aircraft - and the order has been placed, with up to 300 new aircraft on the way. Boeing and Ryanair have selected the Boeing  737 MAX 10 (737-10) for growth.  The purchase agreement is the biggest in Ryanair's history and includes a firm order for 150 737-10 aircraft and options for 150 more. The … [Read more...]

Emirates SkyCargo is going for aggressive growth, with the cargo division of Emirates planning to double its capacity over the next decade. And it's kicking off the move, hiring two aircraft to help.   Emirates SkyCargo Boeing 777F - Image, Emirates.  In the short term, Emirates SkyCargo has added two Boeing 747-400Fs to its freighter fleet, adding … [Read more...]

Lufthansa is preparing for a busy winter out of its Munich Hub, exploiting the active Airbus A380 fleet. Lufthansa A380 touching down at its Munich home - Image, Lufthansa. So, where are the Airbus A380s going? From the 5th of October 2023, the airline will operate the type between Munich and Los Angeles, with a daily flight on that route. Shortly after, on the 28th … [Read more...]

It seems that the powers at be at Lufthansa Group have decided which aircraft Austrian Airlines will be getting for its long-haul fleet renewal.  And it will be the Boeing 787-9. Austrian_787-9 - Rendering, Austrian Airlines The airline will gain Ten Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners. The first 787 will be landing beginning of 2024 in Vienna and will expand the flag … [Read more...]

It seems that having the right product for the right segment is a way to obtain business, with Icelandair planning its fleet renewal. And in this case, it's turned to Airbus instead of Boeing. Airbus A321XLR first flight - Image, Airbus. Icelandair and Airbus have signed a Memorandum of Understanding for the purchase of 13 Airbus A321XLR aircraft with purchase rights … [Read more...]

Azerbaijan Airlines has placed a firm order with Airbus for 12 A320neo Family aircraft. The contract was signed at a ceremony held in Baku. The order includes both the A320neo and A321neo, although the breakdown has not been confirmed. They will form part of the company’s fleet renewal strategy to operate modern and fuel-efficient aircraft, increasing operational … [Read more...]

It's been reported for some time, but it seems signatures have been put onto parchment, with Boeing and EVA Air finalising an order for five additional 787-9 Dreamliners. The five 787-9's will be a follow-on order, with the airline using them to sustainably grow its fleet. The additional aircraft will provide the airline with increased capacity, greater range and … [Read more...]