Emirates has announced a major order for 65 additional Boeing 777-9 aircraft powered by GE9X engines, valued at US$38 billion at list prices. The agreement was unveiled on the opening day of the Dubai Airshow 2025 and represents one of the most significant commitments of the event. With this latest order, Emirates’ total Boeing backlog
Boeing has released that Africa’s largest carrier Ethiopian Airlines, has committed to acquire 11 additional 737 MAX aircraft. The agreement, covering 11 737-8 jets and signed during the Dubai Airshow, will support Ethiopian Airlines’ plans to broaden both its regional and international networks while further strengthening its Addis Ababa hub. The airline already relies on
Airbus Helicopters has welcomed Bristow Group as the latest operator of the Airbus H160, marking an expansion of the type’s presence in the offshore energy sector. Bristow will introduce up to five H160 helicopters into its fleet, with all aircraft leased from Milestone Aviation Group, to support offshore operations across Africa. “Bringing these new Airbus
ABL Aviation has completed the delivery of the fifteenth and final Airbus A220-300 to Air France, fulfilling a long-term mandate involving 15 aircraft and marking a significant milestone in the partnership between the two companies. The achievement underscores a relationship built on innovation, disciplined execution and mutual trust. The aircraft, MSN 55393, is powered by
Air China Cargo has signed a purchase agreement for six A350F aircraft, becoming the first operator in mainland China to select Airbus’s latest-generation freighter. The decision marks a strategic step for the Beijing-based carrier as it seeks to modernise its fleet and reinforce its long-term resilience in the global cargo market. Wang Hongyan, Vice President
Air Algérie has taken delivery of its first Airbus A330-900, marking a significant milestone in the airline’s long-term expansion strategy. The new aircraft will support growth from Algiers by enabling the launch of additional transatlantic and Asian routes. Air Algérie’s aircraft is configured in a three-class layout, featuring 18 full-flat Business-Class seats, 24 Premium-Economy seats
IAE International Aero Engines (IAE), the multinational consortium formed by Japanese Aero Engines Corporation (JAEC), MTU Aero Engines AG, and Pratt & Whitney, has reaffirmed its long-standing partnership as the group advances technologies for the next generation of highly efficient geared turbofan engines for future commercial aircraft. JAEC Chairman Tsugio Mitsuoka said the consortium’s history
Titan Aviation Leasing, the joint venture between Titan Aviation Holdings, Inc. (a subsidiary of Atlas Air Worldwide) and Bain Capital, has announced the sale of two Boeing 737-800SF aircraft to ST Engineering. Both aircraft remain on long-term lease, one to Georgian Airlines and the other to ASL Airlines, ensuring operational continuity throughout the transaction. The
Falko, an aircraft leasing and asset management company, has released a summary of its portfolio activity for the third quarter of 2025, highlighting a period of robust trading and leasing performance. During the quarter, the company completed nine lease extensions covering ATR72-600 and ATR42-500 aircraft, with two customers based in Europe and South America. The
Turkish Airlines has signed a landmark agreement with GE Aerospace to acquire more than 100 GEnx engines to power its recent order of 50 Boeing 787 aircraft, with options for an additional 25 planes. The deal also includes spare engines and a comprehensive 15-year TrueChoice services agreement, reinforcing the airline’s commitment to reliability, efficiency and
