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American Airlines to launch daily PHL–OPO nonstop with A321XLR in summer 2027

American Airlines will begin daily, seasonal nonstop service between Philadelphia (PHL) and Porto (OPO) in summer 2027 using its Airbus A321XLR. The type brings Flagship/expanded premium cabins and long‑range narrowbody capability to open direct Portugal access from the U.S. Northeast, subject to regulatory approvals.

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

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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

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

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Pratt & Whitney supply uncertainty puts Airbus A320neo ramp at risk

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

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GE Aerospace to spend $300M expanding LEAP engine MRO at Singapore's Seletar

2026-02-04T18:34:54.411334-08:00

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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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American Airlines to launch daily PHL–OPO nonstop with A321XLR in summer 2027 American Airlines will begin daily, seasonal nonstop service between Philadelphia (PHL) and Porto (OPO) in summer 2027 using its Airbus A321XLR. The type brings Flagship/expanded premium cabins and long‑range narrowbody capability to open direct Portugal access from the U.S. Northeast, subject to regulatory approvals.

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

American Airlines to launch daily PHL–OPO nonstop with 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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GE Aerospace to spend $300M expanding LEAP engine MRO at Singapore's Seletar GE Aerospace will invest up to $300 million to expand engine module repair capabilities at Seletar Aerospace Park in Singapore and will commence module repair operations once the site expansion is complete. The multi‑year project targets support for CFM LEAP‑1A and LEAP‑1B turbofans to strengthen regional MRO capacity.

2026-02-04T18:34:54.411334-08:00

GE Aerospace to spend $300M expanding LEAP engine MRO at Singapore's Seletar

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Lufthansa expands 100th‑anniversary heritage fleet and launches Project FOX with largest cabin refresh Lufthansa has added a retro Airbus A321 ‘Parable’ and an A350‑900 with the XXL crane design to its 100th‑anniversary heritage fleet. It also launched Project FOX alongside the airline’s largest cabin refresh to upgrade A380, A350 and 747‑8 cabins and replace 184 million onboard items.

2026-02-04T06:35:42.651332-08:00

Lufthansa expands 100th‑anniversary heritage fleet and launches Project FOX with largest cabin refresh

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Airbus and Thai extend FHS to A321neo fleet; Collins to fit 32 jets with FOMAX and activate connectivity Airbus and Thai Airways have extended their Flight Hour Services (FHS) component-support agreement to include the carrier’s new A321neo fleet. Collins Aerospace will equip 32 A321neos with its FOMAX unit and activate advanced connectivity services to support onboard systems and line operations.

2026-02-04T02:55:10.164112-08:00

Airbus and Thai extend FHS to A321neo fleet; Collins to fit 32 jets with FOMAX and activate connectivity

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American Airlines to launch daily PHL–OPO nonstop with A321XLR in summer 2027

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

Pratt & Whitney supply uncertainty puts Airbus A320neo ramp at risk

GE Aerospace to spend $300M expanding LEAP engine MRO at Singapore's Seletar

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