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Tarmac Aerosave to dismantle more than 10 A320neo and 737 Max aircraft as demand for spares grows

Tarmac Aerosave is establishing a quick-response line to meet rising demand for used aircraft parts, with more than 10 aircraft—including Airbus A320neos and Boeing 737 Max jets—scheduled for dismantling and recycling. The move underscores the expanding role of teardown specialists in supporting fleet maintenance and parts availability.

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Wizz Air sidelines six of its 10 Airbus A321XLRs

Wizz Air has sidelined six of the 10 Airbus A321-200NY(XLR) aircraft in its fleet, placing most of its A321XLR capacity out of service. The development highlights a significant adjustment to the airline’s deployment of Airbus’ long-range single-aisle aircraft.

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Vietravel Airlines to order 50 Airbus jets, including Vietnam’s first A220s and A321XLRs

Vietravel Airlines is poised to order 50 Airbus aircraft for delivery from 2029, including A220s and long-range A321XLRs. The fleet expansion would introduce Vietnam’s first A220s and significantly increase the airline’s capacity and network-planning options.

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A321XLR’s 2027 Transatlantic Network Expands Across Confirmed Routes

AirInsight maps every confirmed A321XLR transatlantic route scheduled for 2027, including launch dates and cabin configurations, while adding fresh first-half 2026 reliability data. The analysis offers an updated view of how the narrowbody is being deployed on long-haul markets.

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JetBlue trims third-quarter capacity plans, raises revenue guidance while seeking to sell an A321XLR

JetBlue Airways has raised its third-quarter revenue guidance while reducing planned capacity growth, signaling a more cautious near-term operating plan. The carrier is also still seeking a buyer for the first of its two Airbus A321XLR aircraft, highlighting ongoing adjustments to its fleet strategy.

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easyJet defends $72 million claim over six Airbus A319s leased from sanctioned Russian lessor

easyJet is preparing to defend a $72 million High Court claim brought by liquidators of STLC Europe Eight Leasing, the insolvent Irish arm of Russia’s state-owned GTLK. The dispute concerns six A319-100s whose leases easyJet terminated in 2022 after the lessor was placed under EU sanctions.

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Wizz Air to reinstate 12 Middle Eastern routes this winter with A321neo and A321XLR fleet

Wizz Air plans to resume 12 Middle Eastern routes this winter, operating them with a mix of Airbus A321neos and longer-range A321XLRs. Abu Dhabi will account for half of the flights, although the low-cost carrier says it does not plan to re-establish a base there.

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Avianca and Air Cairo add 27 Airbus A320neos through lease-backed and direct orders

BOC Aviation will acquire 12 Airbus A320neos for long-term lease to Avianca, with CFM LEAP-1A engines and deliveries scheduled for 2029. Separately, EgyptAir subsidiary Air Cairo placed a firm order for 15 A320neos, expanding its fleet through direct ownership as it pursues regional growth.