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Airbus warns A320neo (A321) customers of delivery delays for jets due in 2027-2028

Airbus has notified some customers that A320neo-series aircraft—specifically A321 models—scheduled for delivery in 2027 and 2028 may be delayed, according to people familiar with the matter. The update adds to the delivery risk profile for near-term narrowbody fleet plans.

2026-06-07T14:12:56.194816-07:00

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ITA Airways weighs legal action against Pratt & Whitney as GTF-powered A320neo-family disruption persists

2026-06-07T08:56:23.874881-07:00

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Airbus A320-family tops 20,000 orders as May surge lifts backlog but deliveries lag demand

2026-06-05T03:23:27.718160-07:00

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United takes delivery of its first Airbus A321XLR, launching a new long-range narrowbody chapter

2026-06-03T09:44:52.372043-07:00

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Airbus warns A320neo (A321) customers of delivery delays for jets due in 2027-2028 Airbus has notified some customers that A320neo-series aircraft—specifically A321 models—scheduled for delivery in 2027 and 2028 may be delayed, according to people familiar with the matter. The update adds to the delivery risk profile for near-term narrowbody fleet plans.

2026-06-07T14:12:56.194816-07:00

Airbus warns A320neo (A321) customers of delivery delays for jets due in 2027-2028

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ITA Airways weighs legal action against Pratt & Whitney as GTF-powered A320neo-family disruption persists ITA Airways is considering legal action against Pratt & Whitney as continuing Geared Turbofan (GTF) engine issues disrupt operations of its A320neo-family fleet. The reported move underscores how propulsion-related availability constraints are translating into contract and damages strategies for affected operators.

2026-06-07T08:56:23.874881-07:00

ITA Airways weighs legal action against Pratt & Whitney as GTF-powered A320neo-family disruption persists

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Airbus A320-family tops 20,000 orders as May surge lifts backlog but deliveries lag demand Airbus has surpassed the 20,000-order mark for its A320 family, driven by May firming of agreements—reportedly including Chinese carrier commitments—and 207 A320neo-family orders booked in the month. Despite this momentum, more than 5,600 A321neos remain undelivered, underlining the scale of the still-heavy single-aisle backlog.

2026-06-05T03:23:27.718160-07:00

Airbus A320-family tops 20,000 orders as May surge lifts backlog but deliveries lag demand

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Panasonic Avionics Astrova live on Azerbaijan Airlines A321neo/A320neo family as 22-aircraft rollout begins Panasonic Avionics’ Astrova Modular Interactive IFE is being deployed on 11 Azerbaijan Airlines Airbus narrowbodies—six A321neo and five A320neo—via a mix of line-fitted and retrofit installations. The programme will expand across 22 aircraft as deployments progress.

2026-06-04T03:58:30.841037-07:00

Panasonic Avionics Astrova live on Azerbaijan Airlines A321neo/A320neo family as 22-aircraft rollout begins

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United takes delivery of its first Airbus A321XLR, launching a new long-range narrowbody chapter United Airlines has received its first Airbus A321XLR, en route to the US to begin aircraft preparation for entry into service. The delivery follows the carrier’s 2019 order for 50 jets and is positioned as the start of a new premium narrowbody era for long-haul flying.

2026-06-03T09:44:52.372043-07:00

United takes delivery of its first Airbus A321XLR, launching a new long-range narrowbody chapter

FlightGlobal

Air Serbia A319: thrust-reverser lining separation linked to hot air from open bleed valve An Air Serbia Airbus A319 aircraft en route to Budapest shed a large section from the thrust reverser during climb out of Belgrade. Serbian investigators concluded hot air from an open bleed valve delaminated the internal reverser lining, leading to its separation.

2026-06-03T01:11:02.726459-07:00

Air Serbia A319: thrust-reverser lining separation linked to hot air from open bleed valve

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Mandarin Airlines targets single-class operations with Airbus A321neo, signaling a cabin simplification push in Taiwan Taiwan’s Mandarin Airlines is preparing for single-class A321neo operations, using a cabin concept designed to streamline product delivery and align seat economics with its network needs. The move adds to the growing use of A321neo-family aircraft for optimized, lower-complexity service models.

2026-06-02T22:11:18.542658-07:00

Mandarin Airlines targets single-class operations with Airbus A321neo, signaling a cabin simplification push in Taiwan

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Wake-turbulence injuries: Emirates A380 wake hits Eurowings A320, six hurt near cruising altitude An Emirates A380 traveling roughly 9 miles ahead of an Airbus A320 left wake turbulence that injured five to six people aboard the Eurowings flight, with reports including a flight attendant thrown toward the cabin ceiling. The events occurred despite safe separation and highlight wake-turbulence exposure across wide/medium jet pairings.

2026-06-01T10:12:34.562979-07:00

Wake-turbulence injuries: Emirates A380 wake hits Eurowings A320, six hurt near cruising altitude

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Airbus warns A320neo (A321) customers of delivery delays for jets due in 2027-2028

ITA Airways weighs legal action against Pratt & Whitney as GTF-powered A320neo-family disruption persists

Airbus A320-family tops 20,000 orders as May surge lifts backlog but deliveries lag demand

United takes delivery of its first Airbus A321XLR, launching a new long-range narrowbody chapter

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