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• Dirk Andrei Salcedo
Air Caraïbes plans to operate an all-Airbus A350 fleet on its long-haul network by 2030, signaling a defined timeline for the carrier’s widebody fleet transition. The available report does not specify the number of aircraft involved or how the airline will phase out or replace its existing long-haul fleet.
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Air Caraïbes plans to operate an all-Airbus A350 fleet on its long-haul network by 2030, signaling a defined timeline for the carrier’s widebody fleet transition. The available report does not specify the number of aircraft involved or how the airline will phase out or replace its existing long-haul fleet.
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Belavia says the U.S. Department of Commerce has authorized Boeing to resume business with the Belarusian carrier, allowing it to obtain parts through official channels for its 10 Boeing 737s. The reported approval follows an earlier easing of sanctions and could make new aircraft purchases possible, though the articles do not confirm a sale.
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KLM’s first Airbus A350-900 entered passenger service on Oct. 30 with a flight from Amsterdam to Toronto, carrying passengers and eight metric tons of cargo. Separately, Singapore Airlines plans to unveil updated A350 First and Business Class seats and a refreshed cabin experience in 2027, while Aircalin has detailed new cabins for its first A350-900.
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Air Astana plans to install SES multi-orbit internet on its A321LR fleet, while Finnair has selected the provider to equip 18 Embraer E195-E2s with high-speed Wi-Fi. Finnair’s aircraft are due to enter service from the third quarter of 2027 on European routes, combining OneWeb low-Earth-orbit and SES geostationary satellites.
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Pakistan airspace restrictions and Middle East disruption are prompting IndiGo to consider moving capacity into some international markets sooner than planned. The airline’s first 10 A350s are set to include 16 lie-flat business-class seats alongside premium economy and economy, as CEO Willie Walsh says expansion must preserve IndiGo’s low-cost model.
Air Corsica is continuing to use wet-leased aircraft as it faces ongoing problems with its ATR fleet. The available article information does not specify the number or type of aircraft involved, the duration of the leases or the operational impact.
Sri Lankan lawmaker Namal Rajapaksa faces 24 charges over an alleged bribe linked to SriLankan Airlines’ purchase of Airbus aircraft. The allegations concern a historic aircraft deal; the charges have not been established in court.
Chile-based JetSMART is targeting the Airbus A321-200NY(XLR) for entry into service in the fourth quarter of 2028. The aircraft would extend the low-cost carrier’s fleet strategy, though the article provides no details on order quantities, routes or delivery arrangements.
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