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Ethiopian Airlines to decide in August on 25 narrowbodies: Boeing 737 MAX vs Airbus A320neo (A220 and Embraer E195-E2 also evalu

Ethiopian Airlines plans to make an August decision on an order for 25 narrowbody jets, evaluating the Boeing 737 MAX and Airbus A320neo families. The carrier is also considering the Airbus A220-300 and Embraer E195-E2 as part of the next phase of its narrowbody fleet expansion, according to reporting.

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2026-07-16T07:00:33.513199-07:00

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HiSky Europe reactivates A321-200NX(LR) after 1.5-year PW1100G grounding

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2026-07-16T01:59:51.065780-07:00

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Gatwick runway blocked by British Airways A320 nose-wheel failure triggers nine simultaneous fuel emergencies (Squawk 7700) and

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2026-07-15T01:45:12.402130-07:00

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United to add “Economy Plus” blocked-middle seating and shared tables on new A321XLRs

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2026-07-15T00:31:26.398108-07:00

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Ethiopian Airlines to decide in August on 25 narrowbodies: Boeing 737 MAX vs Airbus A320neo (A220 and Embraer E195-E2 also evalu Ethiopian Airlines plans to make an August decision on an order for 25 narrowbody jets, evaluating the Boeing 737 MAX and Airbus A320neo families. The carrier is also considering the Airbus A220-300 and Embraer E195-E2 as part of the next phase of its narrowbody fleet expansion, according to reporting.

2026-07-16T07:00:33.513199-07:00

Ethiopian Airlines to decide in August on 25 narrowbodies: Boeing 737 MAX vs Airbus A320neo (A220 and Embraer E195-E2 also evalu

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HiSky Europe reactivates A321-200NX(LR) after 1.5-year PW1100G grounding Romania-based HiSky Europe (Iasi) has returned its second Airbus A321-200NX(LR) to service following a roughly 1.5-year grounding tied to Pratt & Whitney PW1100G engine issues. The reactivation follows prior engine-related maintenance/fixes enabling the aircraft’s return to operations.

2026-07-16T01:59:51.065780-07:00

HiSky Europe reactivates A321-200NX(LR) after 1.5-year PW1100G grounding

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Gatwick runway blocked by British Airways A320 nose-wheel failure triggers nine simultaneous fuel emergencies (Squawk 7700) and A British Airways A320 with a reported nose-wheel failure blocked the runway at London Gatwick, forcing multiple aircraft to hold and declare fuel emergencies. Nine flights squawked 7700 and, overnight, 14 flights were diverted as airport operations were substantially disrupted.

2026-07-15T01:45:12.402130-07:00

Gatwick runway blocked by British Airways A320 nose-wheel failure triggers nine simultaneous fuel emergencies (Squawk 7700) and

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United to add “Economy Plus” blocked-middle seating and shared tables on new A321XLRs United will introduce an Economy Plus seat row on its incoming Airbus A321XLR, featuring blocked-off center seats, additional elbow room, and access to a shared table across the open middle position. The change reflects a 150-seat long-haul layout (down from 152) and will go on sale later this year.

2026-07-15T00:31:26.398108-07:00

United to add “Economy Plus” blocked-middle seating and shared tables on new A321XLRs

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Vietnam Airlines takes first A320ceo since 2014 Vietnam Airlines has taken delivery of its first Airbus A320ceo aircraft since 2014, marking a notable return to the A320ceo family after a long gap. The delivery signals renewed A320ceo fleet planning and near-term capacity considerations for Vietnam Airlines’ network.

2026-07-14T18:16:07.392690-07:00

Vietnam Airlines takes first A320ceo since 2014

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Air India to divest remaining A319-100s by YE26

2026-07-09T21:45:26.409243-07:00

Air India to divest remaining

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Probe into KLM A321neo tail-strike in Lisbon handed to Dutch Safety Board Portuguese authorities have delegated the investigation into a KLM Airbus A321neo tail-strike in Lisbon to the Dutch Safety Board. The underlying occurrence involved underside fuselage damage during landing, expanding the scope of the safety probe beyond the immediate tail-strike impact.

2026-07-08T23:45:56.175633-07:00

Probe into KLM A321neo tail-strike in Lisbon handed to Dutch Safety Board

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AJet to lease five Airbus A321neo aircraft from BOC Aviation, with 2028 deliveries Turkish Airlines’ low-cost unit AJet has agreed to lease five Airbus A321neo jets from BOC Aviation. The aircraft are Pratt & Whitney PW1100G-powered, with deliveries scheduled for 2028. The deal is framed as enabling fleet modernization, network expansion, and improved operating efficiency.

2026-07-08T23:30:44.865353-07:00

AJet to lease five Airbus A321neo aircraft from BOC Aviation, with 2028 deliveries

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