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Etihad boosts near-term capacity with wet-leased A320 as demand rebounds

Etihad is adding incremental capacity by wet-leasing additional A320-family aircraft, positioning for rising travel demand. The move provides faster schedule and capacity responsiveness than waiting for longer-term aircraft delivery pipelines while supporting network growth priorities.

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2026-07-01T00:00:21.459900-07:00

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IAG backs MAKO to flight-test shark-skin riblet film aimed at ~4% fuel-burn reduction

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2026-06-29T07:10:56.082081-07:00

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Air Seychelles commits to A321XLRs and weighs domestic upgauge

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2026-06-29T12:12:09.171213-07:00

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AZAL Azerbaijan takes delivery of first LEAP-powered A321neo

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2026-06-29T00:26:04.173042-07:00

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Etihad boosts near-term capacity with wet-leased A320 as demand rebounds Etihad is adding incremental capacity by wet-leasing additional A320-family aircraft, positioning for rising travel demand. The move provides faster schedule and capacity responsiveness than waiting for longer-term aircraft delivery pipelines while supporting network growth priorities.

2026-07-01T00:00:21.459900-07:00

Etihad boosts near-term capacity with wet-leased A320 as demand rebounds

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Air Seychelles commits to A321XLRs and weighs domestic upgauge Air Seychelles has committed to Airbus A321XLRs, signaling a push to expand long-range capability and route flexibility. The airline is also weighing changes to its domestic capacity mix, including an “upgauge” option to better match local demand patterns.

2026-06-29T12:12:09.171213-07:00

Air Seychelles commits to A321XLRs and weighs domestic upgauge

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IAG backs MAKO to flight-test shark-skin riblet film aimed at ~4% fuel-burn reduction IAG has invested in Australian startup MAKO, which develops a shark-skin-inspired drag-reduction “riblet film” (Flightfilm). The carrier group plans flight-testing this year on an aircraft operated by one of its airlines, with initial roll-out targeted for the Airbus A320. MAKO says the coating could cut fuel burn by up to 4%.

2026-06-29T07:10:56.082081-07:00

IAG backs MAKO to flight-test shark-skin riblet film aimed at ~4% fuel-burn reduction

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AZAL Azerbaijan takes delivery of first LEAP-powered A321neo AZAL Azerbaijan has received its first A321neo configured with CFM’s LEAP engines, marking the carrier’s next step in fleet modernization. The delivery is a tangible milestone in the aircraft’s market entry for the airline and signals continued investment in newer, more efficient narrowbody capacity.

2026-06-29T00:26:04.173042-07:00

AZAL Azerbaijan takes delivery of first LEAP-powered A321neo

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Air Astana formalises 25+25 A320neo family order in Kazakhstan’s biggest direct aircraft deal Air Astana has formalised an order for up to 50 A320neo family aircraft: 25 firm orders and 25 purchase options, covering the Kazakh carrier’s next phase of fleet renewal. The airline said the agreement is the largest direct aircraft order in Kazakhstan’s history.

2026-06-28T22:06:41.897210-07:00

Air Astana formalises 25+25 A320neo family order in Kazakhstan’s biggest direct aircraft deal

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PIA ownership handover targeted for early 3Q26, with Airbus A320-200 fleet in scope Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) is set to be handed over to new owners by early 3Q26, with the carrier’s Airbus A320-200 operations included in the transaction scope. The timetable points to a 2026 transition phase for control, fleet oversight, and commercial operations.

2026-06-25T03:41:36.526216-07:00

PIA ownership handover targeted for early 3Q26, with Airbus A320-200 fleet in scope

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Air Austral swings back to profit; A320neo delivery pushed to late Q1 2027 Air Austral is reported to be back in the black, with the carrier’s fleet roadmap including an A320neo handover targeted for late first quarter 2027. The update lands amid ongoing A320neo delivery pressures that have already prompted Airbus to flag risk of further slippage for some 2027-2028 handovers.

2026-06-24T07:28:01.147451-07:00

Air Austral swings back to profit; A320neo delivery pushed to late Q1 2027

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American Airlines expands Airbus A319/A320 interior retrofit with more premium seats, larger storage and Starlink Wi‑Fi—while re American Airlines is rolling out a new interior configuration on its legacy Airbus A319 and A320 narrowbodies, adding more premium First Class seating with upgraded finishes, increased overhead bin capacity and Starlink Wi‑Fi. The retrofit also standardizes elevated cabin design elements, while introducing a SpaceFlex galley that affects crew amenities and layout.

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

American Airlines expands Airbus A319/A320 interior retrofit with more premium seats, larger storage and Starlink Wi‑Fi—while re

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