BloombergDanny Lee, Ram Anand

AirAsia X falls behind on supplier payments and seeks deferrals on a dozen aircraft after fuel-cost squeeze

AirAsia X has fallen behind on payments to some suppliers and is asking for deferrals on at least a dozen aircraft, according to people familiar with the matter. The long-haul low-cost carrier’s cash strain is attributed to higher fuel prices, underscoring mounting counterparty and fleet-planning pressure.

2026-06-23T16:25:43.649255-07:00
Air Data NewsRicardo Meier

American Airlines expands narrowbody retrofit program with more premium seats

By Air Data News: Airbus A319 and A320 fleets are receiving cabin upgrades as carriers seek to maximize American Airlines has taken another step in its fleet retrofit program that will add more premium seats to the Airbus A319 and A320 aircraft, and also includes updating cabin interiors and onboard amenities.

2026-06-23T09:56:07.045325-07:00