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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.

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

Airline Economics

BOC Aviation leases five Airbus A321neo aircraft to AJet, deliveries due in 2028

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

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Etihad and Saudia push for faster Airbus and Boeing delivery slots to manage aircraft availability

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2026-07-09T00:17:32.149365-07:00

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Philippine Airlines and Etihad near major widebody order decisions: PR weighs A350-1000 vs B787 split; Etihad targets up to 100

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2026-07-08T14:17:04.465436-07:00

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Etihad and Saudia push for faster Airbus and Boeing delivery slots to manage aircraft availability Etihad and Saudia are seeking faster Airbus and Boeing production/delivery slots, signaling pressure to improve aircraft availability against near-term network and capacity plans. The push reflects how OEM delivery timing can directly affect airline growth, fleet deployment, and operational flexibility.

2026-07-09T00:17:32.149365-07:00

Etihad and Saudia push for faster Airbus and Boeing delivery slots to manage aircraft availability

FlightGlobal

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Collins readies electric thrust-reverser technology for next-gen narrowbody, supported by RTX investment in Wolverhampton Collins, part of RTX, is moving forward with electric thrust-reverser technology aimed at the next generation of narrowbody aircraft. The company says investment in its Wolverhampton facility will strengthen its ability to build on product success associated with the Airbus A350.

2026-07-08T23:59:08.842652-07:00

Collins readies electric thrust-reverser technology for next-gen narrowbody, supported by RTX investment in Wolverhampton

FlightGlobal

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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

Airline Economics

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BOC Aviation leases five Airbus A321neo aircraft to AJet, deliveries due in 2028 BOC Aviation has agreed to lease five brand-new Airbus A321neo aircraft to Turkish Airlines Group low-cost subsidiary AJet. The aircraft are scheduled for delivery in 2028, extending the lessor’s relationship with the Turkish Airlines group and adding capacity to AJet’s fleet plan.

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

BOC Aviation leases five Airbus A321neo aircraft to AJet, deliveries due in 2028

Reuters

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Philippine Airlines and Etihad near major widebody order decisions: PR weighs A350-1000 vs B787 split; Etihad targets up to 100 Philippine Airlines is preparing a firm widebody order split between Boeing and Airbus, reportedly for about 10 B787s and 10 A350s, as it continues to scale A350-1000 deployment to additional North American cities. Meanwhile, Etihad Airways is negotiating what could be a record 2026 widebody purchase of up to 100 aircraft across Boeing and Airbus, with reports of another 10 additional 787s.

2026-07-08T14:17:04.465436-07:00

Philippine Airlines and Etihad near major widebody order decisions: PR weighs A350-1000 vs B787 split; Etihad targets up to 100

Bloomberg

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Airbus says Gulf carriers can rebound from Iran-war disruption Airbus said it remains optimistic that airlines across the Persian Gulf will work through business disruption tied to the war in Iran and regain their role as a key growth driver for global aviation. The company framed the outlook as a recovery pathway for the region’s carrier demand and capacity momentum.

2026-07-08T04:29:20.970756-07:00

Airbus says Gulf carriers can rebound from Iran-war disruption

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Airbus revises 20-year forecast: demand for 42,060 new passenger and cargo aircraft through 2045, with passenger projection trim Airbus’ latest Global Market Forecast projects demand for 42,060 new passenger and cargo aircraft between 2026 and 2045, driven by fleet renewal and continued traffic growth. The manufacturer also trimmed its passenger aircraft outlook by 1% versus last year, citing the impact of the Iran war and trade tensions on airline activity rebound post-COVID. Airbus says replacement demand is rising as fleet age distribution continues to shift.

2026-07-08T04:13:59.297549-07:00

Airbus revises 20-year forecast: demand for 42,060 new passenger and cargo aircraft through 2045, with passenger projection trim

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Saudia Boeing 787-9 damages Philippine Airlines A320 tail in Manila tarmac collision; both aircraft grounded A ground collision at Manila’s Ninoy Aquino International Airport involved a Saudia Boeing 787-9 taxiing and an Airbus A320-214 that was parked. Reports say the 787’s left wingtip struck the PAL aircraft’s side rudder area, with both aircraft sustaining damage and being grounded. Investigators are reviewing the incident.

2026-07-08T03:58:57.170201-07:00

Saudia Boeing 787-9 damages Philippine Airlines A320 tail in Manila tarmac collision; both aircraft grounded