The business of aviation goes on, with Iraqi Airways taking delivery of their first Airbus A220. Iraqi Airways Airbus A220-300 - Image, Airbus.  This is the first of five aircraft Iraqi Airways will be taking delivery of, with the airline taking the larger Airbus A22-300. The aircraft was delivered from the Airbus facility at Mirabel, Canada. Upon … [Read more...]

It seems Boeing is off to a swinging start to 2022, with them gaining a signed order from Allegiant Air.  Allegiant Boeing 737-MAX's - Image, The Boeing Company The order is comprised of 50 737 MAX jets, with options for 50 additional. Terms and pricing were not disclosed.  It marks Boeing's first U.S. ultra-low-cost carrier (ULCC) deal (with other carriers choosing Airbus … [Read more...]

Norse Atlantic Airways has taken a major step to fly - with the airline being issued its Air Operator’s Certificate (AOC) by the Norwegian Civil Aviation Authority.  Norse Atlantic Airways first Boeing 787-9 - Image, Norse Atlantic Airways This move, according to the airline - puts the airline on track for the commencement of transatlantic flights in spring … [Read more...]

ITA Airways (the Phoenix that has arisen from the ashes of Alitalia has unveiled its new paintwork on a live aircraft. And it's blue. Very Blue. ITA Airways first A320 painted in its house livery - Image, ITA Airways via Twitter It's the second aircraft to leave the Alitalia paint scheme as ITA Airways finds its own footing in the world. The first was the "Born in … [Read more...]

Boeing has won another order for venerable 767-300ER aircraft - this time for 19 freighters from UPS.  19 more 767 Freighters for UPS - Image, The Boeing Company It's been a busy year for Boeing, which have racked up 80 firm orders for new widebody freighter aircraft, as well as orders for an additional "Boeing Converted Freighters". The aircraft will be … [Read more...]

With ATR Aircraft passing the 40-year old mark, the manufacturer has delivered its 1,600th aircraft to Air New Zealand. The 1,600th aircraft is an ATR72-600, representing the last of an order for 29 units for the airline. Air New Zealand and ATR have worked together for over 25 years, with deliveries accelerating over the past decade. In particular, the use of ATR's  … [Read more...]

It seems ultra-dense A350s continues to be the order of the day, with French Bee taking delivery of its first Airbus A350-1000. As for how many seats? 480 in total. The seating is split by 40 premium class seats (premium economy) and 440 economy class seats in a dense 10-Across configuration. The aircraft are fitted with Airbus’ Airspace cabin, including … [Read more...]

We must be getting to the end of the year, with aircraft manufacturers getting up their final numbers. On the menu today is Singapore Airlines who have signed a Letter of Intent for Seven Airbus A350F Freighter aircraft. The letter of intent covers seven A350F freighter aircraft, with options to order another five aircraft. Deliveries are scheduled to begin … [Read more...]

Air France-KLM Group have announced a major order - signifying another move from Boeing to Airbus. This time, they're ordering 100 Airbus narrowbody aircraft for KLM and Transavia. The great switch from Boeing to Airbus - Image, Air France-KLM/Airbus.  The group has paced a firm order for 100 Airbus A320neo family aircraft - with purchase rights for … [Read more...]

In a major announcement, Qantas is planning a major switch from Boeing to Airbus, with the airline selecting the Airbus A320neo and Airbus A220 families as the preferred aircraft for the long-term renewal of its domestic narrow-body fleet. The airline has made a firm commitment for 40 aircraft – 20 A321XLR (extra long-range) and 20 A220-300 aircraft. Qantas … [Read more...]