Embraer and ANA Holdings (ANA HD) have signed an agreement for eight E190-E2 aircraft, formalising the group’s fleet expansion plans announced on July, 29, 2026. The deal builds on ANA HD’s original firm order for 15 E190-E2s, placed in 2025, and increases its total firm orders for the type to 23 aircraft. ANA HD also
FLY91 and ATR have announced an agreement for 40 ATR 72-600 aircraft, valued at approximately US$1 billion. The deal represents ATR’s largest firm order in almost a decade and the biggest ever placed by a regional airline. Deliveries are scheduled between 2027 and 2032. The agreement takes ATR’s 2026 order intake to 54 aircraft, already
Embraer has celebrated the delivery of its 2,000th E-Jet, marking a major achievement for the company. The milestone aircraft, an E195-E2, was handed over to Azul Linhas Aéreas, Brazil’s largest airline by number of destinations served. Since entering service in 2004, the E-Jets family has helped reshape the airline industry by combining passenger comfort with
euroAtlantic Airways (EAA), has added an Airbus A330-300 leased from Jackson Square Aviation (JSA) to its fleet. The aircraft strengthens EAA’s long-haul widebody capabilities and supports its continued growth in the ACMI and charter markets. The 15-year-old aircraft accommodates 290 passengers in a three-class configuration comprising Business Class, Premium Economy and Economy. It features lie-flat
Ibom Air has taken delivery of its third Airbus A220-300, registered 5N-CDC, as part of its fleet modernisation and expansion programme. The aircraft was formally handed over at Airbus’ A220 final assembly facility in Mirabel, Canada, following the signing of the transfer of title documents by Ibom Air Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer George
Zuri has unveiled its uncrewed cargo VTOL, a hybrid-electric tiltrotor designed for civil and defence operators. It can carry more than 100 kg over a design range of 679 km, or 569 km with a full 30-minute reserve. The aircraft also cruises at 220 km/h, lands on various surfaces and carries a useful load of
Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) and Safran Helicopter Engines have signed a contract with their joint venture, SAFHAL Helicopter Engines Pvt. Ltd., for the design, development, manufacture, supply and lifecycle support of a new-generation helicopter engine in the 3,500–4,000 shp power class. Named Aravalli, the engine has been selected to power HAL’s upcoming 13-tonne Indian Multi-Role
Willis Lease Finance Corporation (WLFC) has completed the acquisition of 12 commercial aircraft and 13 aircraft engines, expanding its aviation asset portfolio as it targets further growth across leasing and aviation services. The transaction gives WLFC additional assets to deploy through its integrated leasing, asset management, technical and aftermarket operations. The company said its global
NOEMI Aerospace has signed a memorandum of understanding with SkyHop Aviation, India’s first dedicated commercial seaplane operator, to explore the introduction of up to 15 NOEMI amphibious aircraft into the Indian market. SkyHop is developing a dedicated seaplane network, initially focused on connecting the Lakshadweep islands with one another and with mainland India. The company
Embraer’s Phenom 300EV has received certification from Brazil’s ANAC, the US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), making it the first light jet certified with Garmin Emergency Autoland. Introduced in July, the Phenom 300EV combines performance and interior upgrades with new safety technology. With the certification complete, the aircraft
