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Airbus and Embraer accelerate deliveries in H1 and Q2 despite persistent supply-chain constraints

Airbus delivered about 350 jets to customers in the first half of the year as it continued to ramp output while supply chain challenges persisted. Embraer also increased momentum, delivering 65 aircraft in Q2 2026—its strongest quarter in 16 years—while doubling commercial deliveries versus the start of the year and keeping full-year delivery guidance on track.

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2026-07-02T14:30:07.480315-07:00

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Avolon obtains Bohai Leasing approval to buy 11 Frontier-ordered Airbus A321neo jets for 2026–2027 deliveries

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2026-07-02T11:45:09.063038-07:00

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Finnair says it is “making progress” sourcing up to 12 used Airbus A320ceo-family aircraft and weighing leases or wet-leases

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2026-07-02T08:29:32.351641-07:00

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West Africa airlines push fleet moves with Airbus A319 financing and ongoing state support

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2026-07-02T05:51:53.695532-07:00

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Canada’s CC-330 Husky A330 MRTT clears maiden flight ahead of 2027 RCAF tanker entry Airbus’ first A330 Multi Role Tanker Transport for the Royal Canadian Air Force—CC-330 “Husky”—completed its maiden flight in Spain, moving Canada’s next-generation MRTT program into the flight-test phase. Introduction into RCAF service is planned for 2027.

2026-07-02T23:17:00.796313-07:00

Canada’s CC-330 Husky A330 MRTT clears maiden flight ahead of 2027 RCAF tanker entry

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Airbus and Embraer accelerate deliveries in H1 and Q2 despite persistent supply-chain constraints Airbus delivered about 350 jets to customers in the first half of the year as it continued to ramp output while supply chain challenges persisted. Embraer also increased momentum, delivering 65 aircraft in Q2 2026—its strongest quarter in 16 years—while doubling commercial deliveries versus the start of the year and keeping full-year delivery guidance on track.

2026-07-02T14:30:07.480315-07:00

Airbus and Embraer accelerate deliveries in H1 and Q2 despite persistent supply-chain constraints

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Avolon obtains Bohai Leasing approval to buy 11 Frontier-ordered Airbus A321neo jets for 2026–2027 deliveries International aircraft lessor Avolon has secured parent-level approval (Bohai Leasing) to acquire 11 Airbus A321neo aircraft from Frontier Airlines’ order book. The agreement signed June 30 covers delivery slots from November 2026 through June 2027, expanding Avolon’s leasing portfolio and orderbook.

2026-07-02T11:45:09.063038-07:00

Avolon obtains Bohai Leasing approval to buy 11 Frontier-ordered Airbus A321neo jets for 2026–2027 deliveries

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Airbus Delivered 350 Planes in First Half Amid Supply Chain Woes

2026-07-02T09:29:29.691779-07:00

Airbus Delivered 350 Planes in

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Finnair says it is “making progress” sourcing up to 12 used Airbus A320ceo-family aircraft and weighing leases or wet-leases Finnair’s finance chief said the oneworld carrier is benefiting from strong demand and Middle East capacity constraints. To support medium-term network plans, Finnair is sourcing as many as 12 used Airbus A320ceo-family jets and is considering aircraft leases, including wet-leases.

2026-07-02T08:29:32.351641-07:00

Finnair says it is “making progress” sourcing up to 12 used Airbus A320ceo-family aircraft and weighing leases or wet-leases

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Croatia Airlines targets end-2027 completion of A220-family fleet transition, with profit expected in 2028 amid Airbus capacity Croatia Airlines’ CEO Jasmin Bajic says the carrier expects to complete its fleet-wide transition to the A220 family by year-end 2027, but acknowledges it will need “a realistic dose of flexibility” given Airbus production capacity and broader supply-chain pressures. The airline also points to profit in 2028.

2026-07-02T06:31:56.440535-07:00

Croatia Airlines targets end-2027 completion of A220-family fleet transition, with profit expected in 2028 amid Airbus capacity

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West Africa airlines push fleet moves with Airbus A319 financing and ongoing state support BOAD is reported to back Côte d’Ivoire’s national carrier with a loan of more than 50 billion CFA francs (~€76 million) for the purchase of four Airbus A319. Separately, Cameroon’s Camair-Co narrowed its 2025 net loss to $8 million after receiving $12 million in government operating subsidies, while remaining unprofitable.

2026-07-02T05:51:53.695532-07:00

West Africa airlines push fleet moves with Airbus A319 financing and ongoing state support

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Airbus win streak in Europe and Asia: A321neo additions for Frontier and Starlux; SAS locks in 18 A330-900s; Brussels Airlines m Avolon is set to buy 11 Airbus A321neos tied to Frontier Airlines’ order, pending parent Bohai Leasing approval. SAS has placed a firm order for 18 A330-900 aircraft, while Starlux will lease eight additional A321neos from BOC Aviation with deliveries beginning in 2028. Brussels Airlines also marked the arrival of its eighth A320neo as part of its renewal programme.

2026-07-02T02:52:39.222944-07:00

Airbus win streak in Europe and Asia: A321neo additions for Frontier and Starlux; SAS locks in 18 A330-900s; Brussels Airlines m