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American Airlines launches widebody RFP for next 47 Boeing 777-200ER replacements—Airbus A350 or Boeing 777X/others

American Airlines CEO Robert Isom said the carrier has issued a request for proposals to Airbus and Boeing for its next widebody fleet investment, aimed at replacing 47 ageing Boeing 777-200ERs. The decision is set against broader premium long-haul strategy and the timing of next-gen aircraft availability.

2026-06-13T06:21:05.484186-07:00

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Air India explores deferring hundreds of Airbus and Boeing deliveries as Tata pushes turnaround and record losses

2026-06-12T03:47:50.801522-07:00

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Airbus positions A321XLR as a fit for unserved routes in Sub-Saharan Africa

2026-06-12T06:17:51.988997-07:00

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Air Canada launches commercial operations with first A321XLR, starting Montreal–Toronto before June 15 Montreal–Toulouse transat

2026-06-12T04:42:54.699087-07:00

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American Airlines launches widebody RFP for next 47 Boeing 777-200ER replacements—Airbus A350 or Boeing 777X/others American Airlines CEO Robert Isom said the carrier has issued a request for proposals to Airbus and Boeing for its next widebody fleet investment, aimed at replacing 47 ageing Boeing 777-200ERs. The decision is set against broader premium long-haul strategy and the timing of next-gen aircraft availability.

2026-06-13T06:21:05.484186-07:00

American Airlines launches widebody RFP for next 47 Boeing 777-200ER replacements—Airbus A350 or Boeing 777X/others

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Airbus positions A321XLR as a fit for unserved routes in Sub-Saharan Africa Airbus says the A321XLR is a “compelling” aircraft for developing market demand, particularly across unserved routes in Sub-Saharan Africa, where some airlines already have plans to introduce the type. The pitch reinforces the A321XLR’s role as extended-range single-aisle capacity for thinner markets.

2026-06-12T06:17:51.988997-07:00

Airbus positions A321XLR as a fit for unserved routes in Sub-Saharan Africa

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Air Canada launches commercial operations with first A321XLR, starting Montreal–Toronto before June 15 Montreal–Toulouse transat Air Canada has taken delivery of its first A321XLR in late April and flown its first commercial sector on the domestic Montreal–Toronto route. The carrier is set to begin its first transatlantic A321XLR service from Montreal to Toulouse on 15 June, following the aircraft’s long-awaited entry into service.

2026-06-12T04:42:54.699087-07:00

Air Canada launches commercial operations with first A321XLR, starting Montreal–Toronto before June 15 Montreal–Toulouse transat

FlightGlobal

Air Canada starts scheduled A321XLR service with first revenue flight; YUL–YYZ launch ahead of AC’s first trans-Atlantic A321XLR Air Canada has inaugurated scheduled service of its first Airbus A321XLR, operating the aircraft’s first-ever revenue flight on a short hop between Montréal (YUL) and Toronto (YYZ). After additional domestic flying, the aircraft is slated for its first trans-Atlantic mission between Montréal and Toulouse on June 15.

2026-06-12T04:42:54.699087-07:00

Air Canada starts scheduled A321XLR service with first revenue flight; YUL–YYZ launch ahead of AC’s first trans-Atlantic A321XLR

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Air India explores deferring hundreds of Airbus and Boeing deliveries as Tata pushes turnaround and record losses Air India is reportedly seeking to defer hundreds of aircraft deliveries on orders from Airbus and Boeing as it pivots from expansion to cost cutting under pressure from owner Tata Group amid record losses. The carrier is also weighing capacity reductions and delaying parts of its growth plan to stabilize results.

2026-06-12T03:47:50.801522-07:00

Air India explores deferring hundreds of Airbus and Boeing deliveries as Tata pushes turnaround and record losses

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AirAsia X cancels A330neo orders; delays Bahrain hub

2026-06-11T19:27:15.920709-07:00

AirAsia X cancels A330neo orde

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Dassault seeks compensation from Airbus over procurement changes tied to the delayed Eurodrone Dassault Aviation is pursuing compensation from Airbus over alleged procurement changes affecting the delayed Eurodrone programme, according to three sources. The dispute escalates tensions after the partners’ wider fighter-jet collaboration collapsed, underscoring mounting friction in Europe’s defence-industrial cooperation.

2026-06-11T11:42:33.682288-07:00

Dassault seeks compensation from Airbus over procurement changes tied to the delayed Eurodrone

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KLM flags Airbus A350 freighter delivery slippage as it accelerates A330-200 retirement ahead of first A350 passenger arrival KLM’s CEO Marjan Rintel says delays to the Airbus A350 freighter program are forcing KLM Cargo to keep aging Boeing 747 freighters in service longer than planned. Separately, KLM is preparing to retire its Airbus A330-200 fleet faster as its first A350 passenger jet is due in August or September.

2026-06-11T03:44:56.474624-07:00

KLM flags Airbus A350 freighter delivery slippage as it accelerates A330-200 retirement ahead of first A350 passenger arrival

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American Airlines launches widebody RFP for next 47 Boeing 777-200ER replacements—Airbus A350 or Boeing 777X/others

Air India explores deferring hundreds of Airbus and Boeing deliveries as Tata pushes turnaround and record losses

Airbus positions A321XLR as a fit for unserved routes in Sub-Saharan Africa

Air Canada launches commercial operations with first A321XLR, starting Montreal–Toronto before June 15 Montreal–Toulouse transat

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