Malaysia’s AirAsia has placed an order for 150 next-generation A220-300 aircraft. The agreement marks the largest single firm order for the A220 to date and takes the programme beyond the milestone of 1,000 firm orders, highlighting the aircraft’s strong global market appeal. The contract was announced during a ceremony at the Airbus facility in Mirabel,
Pratt & Whitney (RTX) has secured an agreement to power AirAsia X’s new fleet of 150 Airbus A220 aircraft with its GTF™ engines, with deliveries due to begin in 2028. As part of the deal, Pratt & Whitney will also provide long-term engine maintenance support through a 12-year EngineWise® Comprehensive service agreement, reinforcing its partnership
Avora Aviation has successfully delivered an Airbus A321-211 aircraft to Cairo-based Sky Vision Airlines under a dry operating lease agreement. The aircraft has been added to the Egyptian register and ferried to its operating base ahead of entering commercial service, where it will support the airline’s international route network expansion. The transaction reflects Avora Aviation’s
Azorra has announced the acquisition of an Airbus A220-300 order portfolio from Dubai Aerospace Enterprise (DAE). The deal includes eight A220-300 aircraft, two of which are currently leased to TAAG Angola Airlines, representing Azorra’s first leasing relationship with the carrier. The remaining six aircraft are due for delivery in 2027 and 2028, increasing Azorra’s total
A significant milestone was reached on May 2, 2026, with the successful maiden flight of the Do228 NXT demonstrator aircraft, marking a new chapter in the history of the multi-role platform and a notable moment for aircraft manufacturing in Germany. The latest iteration of the proven turboprop took to the skies nearly 45 years after
Boeing and EgyptAir have released that the Egyptian flag carrier has taken delivery of its first 737 MAX aircraft. The 737-8 is the first of 18 aircraft to be leased from SMBC Aviation Capital and marks the introduction of the 737 MAX in Egypt. “The delivery of our first Boeing 737 MAX marks a significant
Textron Aviation has entered into an agreement with SD Aviation for two Cessna Citation M2 Gen3 business jets and one Cessna Citation CJ3 Gen2, with options for three additional light jets. The aircraft will support SD Aviation’s new SD Share programme, a shared ownership offering for private flights based in Paris and Cannes. SD Share
Biman Bangladesh Airlines have announced that the national carrier has placed its largest-ever Boeing order, selecting 14 787 Dreamliner and 737 MAX aircraft to support the expansion and modernisation of its fleet. The order comprises eight 787-10s for high-demand routes to the Middle East, two 787-9s to enhance long-haul services to Europe and North America,
Aircraft Finance Germany (AFG) has announced the acquisition of a new Airbus A321neo, which is on lease to IndiGo. The aircraft was delivered on April 28th to India’s leading airline at Airbus’ facilities in Hamburg, Germany. The transaction marks a further step in strengthening AFG’s relationship with IndiGo and highlights its ongoing support for one
SCAT Airlines has announced plans to expand its fleet and increase capacity with the fuel-efficient Boeing 737 MAX family. The carrier has placed an order for five additional 737-9 aircraft, which will support improved operational efficiency and enable longer-range single-aisle services, including expanded routes to Europe. The airline has also converted five previously ordered 737-8
