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Ethiopian Airlines in preliminary talks with Airbus for A220 and A350-1000 fleet expansion

Ethiopian Airlines is reportedly in preliminary discussions with Airbus for a new order that would add 20 Airbus A220s and six Airbus A350-1000 widebodies, supporting both regional growth and longer-haul reach as the carrier pushes ahead with its new airport project.

2026-05-13T04:28:44.738749-07:00

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Uganda Airlines wet-leases two Boeing 737-800s from Ethiopian to stabilize operations

2026-05-14T07:15:37.800132-07:00

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Eswatini Air warns fuel shortages could force flight cuts

2026-05-13T23:58:41.888823-07:00

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Air Mauritius’ “Game Changer” plan weighs A321neo/B737 MAX narrowbodies alongside A350-900 expansion

2026-05-14T03:41:00.580230-07:00

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Air Peace plans 737-800 fleet buildout for 2H26 Nigeria’s Air Peace is reportedly set to add Boeing 737-800 aircraft in 2H26, signaling further narrowbody capacity expansion. The move will likely deepen the carrier’s single-aisle fleet scale as it continues to adjust aircraft availability against Nigeria’s volatile operating cost environment.

2026-05-15T02:21:37.903499-07:00

Air Peace plans 737-800 fleet buildout for 2H26

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Uganda Airlines wet-leases two Boeing 737-800s from Ethiopian to stabilize operations Uganda Airlines has taken delivery of the first of two Boeing 737-800 aircraft under a short-term wet lease from Ethiopian Airlines, aimed at restoring capacity after the grounding of two of its aircraft. The carrier also points to renewed route momentum, including plans for a 10-year growth push covering 32 routes.

2026-05-14T07:15:37.800132-07:00

Uganda Airlines wet-leases two Boeing 737-800s from Ethiopian to stabilize operations

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Air Mauritius’ “Game Changer” plan weighs A321neo/B737 MAX narrowbodies alongside A350-900 expansion Air Mauritius’ CEO says the carrier is considering smaller narrowbodies—including A321-200NX(LR)/A321LR-class options or B737 MAX types—as part of a fleet modernization plan it calls “Game Changer.” The strategy is also reported to include adding three A350-900s by 2028 to strengthen its widebody segment.

2026-05-14T03:41:00.580230-07:00

Air Mauritius’ “Game Changer” plan weighs A321neo/B737 MAX narrowbodies alongside A350-900 expansion

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Medsky Airways adds wet-leased Embraer E190 via Marathon Airlines ACMI Libyan private carrier Medsky Airways is temporarily strengthening its operational capacity by integrating a wet-leased Embraer E190 on lease-with-crew terms from Greek ACMI and charter specialist Marathon Airlines.

2026-05-14T02:06:40.751382-07:00

Medsky Airways adds wet-leased Embraer E190 via Marathon Airlines ACMI

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Eswatini Air warns fuel shortages could force flight cuts Eswatini Air has warned that looming fuel shortages may compel reductions to its flight schedule. The carrier’s notice highlights the operational risk airlines face when fuel availability tightens, with knock-on effects for capacity planning and passenger connectivity.

2026-05-13T23:58:41.888823-07:00

Eswatini Air warns fuel shortages could force flight cuts

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Global airlines and investors signal interest in Ghana’s planned national flag carrier ahead of May 29 partner deadline AviationGhana reports that international airlines and aviation investors are showing interest in Ghana’s planned new national carrier as the country moves toward a May 29 proposal deadline for strategic partners. The tender is positioned to shape the carrier’s ownership structure and early route/fleet strategy.

2026-05-13T09:13:02.761256-07:00

Global airlines and investors signal interest in Ghana’s planned national flag carrier ahead of May 29 partner deadline

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Ethiopian Airlines in preliminary talks with Airbus for A220 and A350-1000 fleet expansion Ethiopian Airlines is reportedly in preliminary discussions with Airbus for a new order that would add 20 Airbus A220s and six Airbus A350-1000 widebodies, supporting both regional growth and longer-haul reach as the carrier pushes ahead with its new airport project.

2026-05-13T04:28:44.738749-07:00

Ethiopian Airlines in preliminary talks with Airbus for A220 and A350-1000 fleet expansion

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Rwanda allocates RWF7.8T ($5.3B) for 2026-27, including Bugesera International Airport and RwandAir expansion Rwanda has released a RWF7.8 trillion (USD 5.3 billion) budget framework for fiscal 2026-27, anchored by strategic investment in the new Bugesera International Airport and funding to support RwandAir’s expansion. Other budget priorities were also cited as part of the government’s aviation-growth push.

2026-05-13T02:39:36.842847-07:00

Rwanda allocates RWF7.8T ($5.3B) for 2026-27, including Bugesera International Airport and RwandAir expansion

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Ethiopian Airlines in preliminary talks with Airbus for A220 and A350-1000 fleet expansion

Uganda Airlines wet-leases two Boeing 737-800s from Ethiopian to stabilize operations

Eswatini Air warns fuel shortages could force flight cuts

Air Mauritius’ “Game Changer” plan weighs A321neo/B737 MAX narrowbodies alongside A350-900 expansion

News Timeline