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Air India Debuts Retrofitted A320neo in Major Fleet Overhaul

Air India has launched its first retrofitted Airbus A320neo, registered as VT-EXN, with a new cabin configuration and livery as part of a $400 million program to update 27 narrowbody aircraft by 2025. The overhaul includes new seating classes and improved passenger amenities.

2025-03-17T08:31:23.556003-07:00

FlightGlobal

Aegean Airlines Expands Airbus Order by Eight A321neos

2025-03-14T06:43:43.228869-07:00

Vertical Mag

Airbus Signs Deals for H140 Helicopters in EMS Sector at Verticon

2025-03-11T09:41:13.659855-07:00

Reuters

Korean Air Reveals New Branding Post-Asiana Acquisition

2025-03-11T03:22:16.880334-07:00

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AeroTime

Japan Airlines and Partners Explore Local SAF Production from Wood Japan Airlines has signed an MoU with Airbus, Nippon Paper Industries, Sumitomo Corporation, and GEI to assess the viability of producing sustainable aviation fuel from domestic wood. This initiative aligns with JAL's goal to increase SAF usage to 10% by 2030.

2025-03-18T05:45:31.085060-07:00

Japan Airlines and Partners Explore Local SAF Production from Wood

Air Data News

Airbus A380 Prototype Soars Again After 3-Year Hiatus Three years after its last flight, the Airbus A380 prototype with registration F-WWOW resumed operations from Toulouse on March 14, marking a significant milestone for the manufacturer. This development reignites interest in the aircraft and its potential contributions to future aviation projects.

2025-03-18T05:44:48.127938-07:00

Airbus A380 Prototype Soars Again After 3-Year Hiatus

Skift

Air India CEO Expects 4-5 Year Aircraft Shortage Amid Boeing, Airbus Delays Air India CEO Campbell Wilson predicts a prolonged global aircraft shortage due to persistent production bottlenecks at Boeing and Airbus. This ongoing issue is delaying modernization efforts and increasing operational costs for airlines, forcing strategic deployment of existing fleets without certainty on new aircraft deliveries.

2025-03-17T22:59:13.179593-07:00

Air India CEO Expects 4-5 Year Aircraft Shortage Amid Boeing, Airbus Delays

FlightGlobal

EVA Air Finalizes $3.1Bn Airbus Deal for A350-1000s and A321neos EVA Air has solidified its commitment to Airbus by finalizing orders for six A350-1000 aircraft and three A321neos, marking a significant expansion of its fleet. The Taiwanese airline's move underscores its long-term growth strategy and reinforces its reliance on Airbus for fleet upgrades.

2025-03-17T21:36:44.435132-07:00

EVA Air Finalizes $3.1Bn Airbus Deal for A350-1000s and A321neos

Financial Times

MBDA Faces Critical Period with €37 Billion Defense Backlog MBDA is navigating a crucial phase with a €37 billion backlog as it ramps up production to enhance Europe's defense capabilities. The company's strategies have gained traction amid geopolitical shifts, with increased interest from EU militaries seeking alternatives to U.S. weapon systems.

2025-03-17T09:56:12.113474-07:00

MBDA Faces Critical Period with €37 Billion Defense Backlog

Airways Magazine

LOT Polish Airlines Evaluates Airbus A220 vs Embraer E2 for Fleet Renewal LOT Polish Airlines is assessing a fleet renewal with an 84-aircraft order, considering the Airbus A220 and Embraer E2 jets. This decision could significantly influence regional route strategies and the airline's sustainability profile in the European aviation sector.

2025-03-17T09:10:24.762605-07:00

LOT Polish Airlines Evaluates Airbus A220 vs Embraer E2 for Fleet Renewal

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Air India Debuts Retrofitted A320neo in Major Fleet Overhaul Air India has launched its first retrofitted Airbus A320neo, registered as VT-EXN, with a new cabin configuration and livery as part of a $400 million program to update 27 narrowbody aircraft by 2025. The overhaul includes new seating classes and improved passenger amenities.

2025-03-17T08:31:23.556003-07:00

Air India Debuts Retrofitted A320neo in Major Fleet Overhaul

Inflight Online

Thales and Malaysia Airlines Secure Long-Term A330neo Avionics MRO Deal Thales and Malaysia Airlines have entered into a long-term avionics component agreement for the A330neo fleet. The contract focuses on maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) services, ensuring the availability and operational readiness of the aircraft's advanced avionics systems.

2025-03-17T03:31:32.730044-07:00

Thales and Malaysia Airlines Secure Long-Term A330neo Avionics MRO Deal

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