FlightGlobalAlfred Chua

China’s “Big Three” set for steeper H1 losses as fuel costs soar

Air China, China Eastern and China Southern reported first-quarter profitability, but forecast heavy losses for the first half as significantly higher fuel costs create a “formidable” challenge. The carriers’ divergence between Q1 earnings and H1 guidance underscores how fuel volatility is resetting margins for China’s largest airlines.

2026-07-14T20:15:42.254250-07:00
ch-aviationDirk Andrei Salcedo

Malaysia Airlines keeps C919 in view for 2035

By ch-aviation: Malaysia Airlines (MH, Kuala Lumpur International) could consider the C919 during its next narrowbody fleet renewal cycle in the mid-2030s, but would prefer the type to secure certification from Western regulators before placing an order.

2026-07-14T19:44:55.471562-07:00
BreitflyteJoe Breitfeller

Emirates Marks Milestone 100th Aircraft Retrofit

By Breitflyte: Emirates has today announced a major milestone in their multi-billion-dollar aircraft retrofit program. Since launching in 2022, the program has refurbished 100 aircraft, which encompassed approximately 4.4 million hours of labor.

2026-07-14T12:30:59.999322-07:00
AeroTimeJean Carmela Lim

Cebu Pacific to offer Starlink Wi-Fi on flights by 2027

By AeroTime: Cebu Pacific announced it will bring Starlink satellite internet service to its aircraft, making it the first low-cost carrier in Southeast Asia to offer the connectivity system to passengers.

2026-07-14T04:15:32.496645-07:00