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SAS A320neo begins takeoff roll from taxiway V1 at Brussels Airport; Belgian probe opened

On 5 February an SAS Airbus A320neo (SE-ROM) initiated a takeoff roll from taxiway V1 rather than the assigned runway at Brussels Airport, reaching roughly 120 mph before the takeoff was aborted. All 165 passengers were unharmed and Belgian authorities have opened a safety investigation.

2026-02-05T16:38:12.712710-08:00

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JetBlue passengers sue Airbus and Thales over October A320 sudden altitude loss

2026-02-06T06:15:03.743884-08:00

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American to launch daily Philadelphia–Porto nonstop on A321XLR in summer 2027

2026-02-05T11:08:17.402109-08:00

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Asian carriers eye COMAC C919 as A320/737 alternative — widespread adoption likely only in 2030s

2026-02-06T01:33:13.145300-08:00

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JetBlue passengers sue Airbus and Thales over October A320 sudden altitude loss Passengers from a JetBlue Airbus A320 that abruptly lost altitude in October have filed negligence suits against Airbus and Thales, alleging unsafe flight‑control software tied to the event. The October occurrence prompted a global A320‑family grounding and mandatory flight‑computer software updates.

2026-02-06T06:15:03.743884-08:00

JetBlue passengers sue Airbus and Thales over October A320 sudden altitude loss

Air Data News

Asian carriers eye COMAC C919 as A320/737 alternative — widespread adoption likely only in 2030s Asian airlines are increasingly viewing COMAC's C919 as a viable alternative to Airbus A320 and Boeing 737 single-aisles. Industry participants and airline executives say meaningful, fleet-scale adoption across the region is unlikely before the 2030s, making the C919 primarily a longer-term consideration.

2026-02-06T01:33:13.145300-08:00

Asian carriers eye COMAC C919 as A320/737 alternative — widespread adoption likely only in 2030s

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Vietnam’s Crystal Bay Airlines to launch with three A321-family jets for inbound leisure charters Vietnam's new Crystal Bay Airlines plans to begin operations with an initial fleet of three Airbus A321-family jets, positioning itself as an inbound leisure charter operator focused on international tourist flows rather than domestic scheduled services. The carrier intends to link source markets directly to Vietnam's resort destinations.

2026-02-05T16:43:15.821740-08:00

Vietnam’s Crystal Bay Airlines to launch with three A321-family jets for inbound leisure charters

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SAS A320neo begins takeoff roll from taxiway V1 at Brussels Airport; Belgian probe opened On 5 February an SAS Airbus A320neo (SE-ROM) initiated a takeoff roll from taxiway V1 rather than the assigned runway at Brussels Airport, reaching roughly 120 mph before the takeoff was aborted. All 165 passengers were unharmed and Belgian authorities have opened a safety investigation.

2026-02-05T16:38:12.712710-08:00

SAS A320neo begins takeoff roll from taxiway V1 at Brussels Airport; Belgian probe opened

Breitflyte

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American to launch daily Philadelphia–Porto nonstop on A321XLR in summer 2027 American Airlines will launch daily, seasonal nonstop service between Philadelphia (PHL) and Porto (OPO) starting in summer 2027, operated with its Airbus A321XLR. The long‑range narrowbody will include premium cabins and expand U.S. access to Portugal; service is subject to regulatory approvals.

2026-02-05T11:08:17.402109-08:00

American to launch daily Philadelphia–Porto nonstop on A321XLR in summer 2027

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Eurowings to wet-lease six A320s from Getjet, bringing peak wet-lease fleet to as many as 19 aircraft for Summer 2026 Eurowings will rely on expanded wet-lease capacity for Summer 2026, deploying up to 19 ACMI aircraft in peak weeks. New partner Getjet Airlines will station six Airbus A320s in Hamburg, while Avion Express and Smartwings remain in the partner pool to cover demand spikes.

2026-02-05T03:04:05.919284-08:00

Eurowings to wet-lease six A320s from Getjet, bringing peak wet-lease fleet to as many as 19 aircraft for Summer 2026

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Pratt & Whitney supply uncertainty puts Airbus A320neo ramp at risk Airbus' plan to raise A320neo output is jeopardised by the absence of a finalised supply agreement with Pratt & Whitney for PW1100G GTF deliveries needed to match the production rate. Pratt says it is close to a deal, but no firm terms have been confirmed.

2026-02-04T21:43:11.160382-08:00

Pratt & Whitney supply uncertainty puts Airbus A320neo ramp at risk

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Mandarin Airlines eyes Airbus A321neo ahead of international relaunch Mandarin Airlines is considering the Airbus A321neo as it prepares to restart international services. The carrier is evaluating the single‑aisle type to rebuild cross‑border capacity and to align aircraft type with expected market demand as it plans to resume scheduled overseas flights.

2026-02-04T20:35:09.246607-08:00

Mandarin Airlines eyes Airbus A321neo ahead of international relaunch

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SAS A320neo begins takeoff roll from taxiway V1 at Brussels Airport; Belgian probe opened

JetBlue passengers sue Airbus and Thales over October A320 sudden altitude loss

American to launch daily Philadelphia–Porto nonstop on A321XLR in summer 2027

Asian carriers eye COMAC C919 as A320/737 alternative — widespread adoption likely only in 2030s

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