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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

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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 India to defer aircraft deliveries, cut flights and expansion plans as Tata targets record-loss turnaround

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

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

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

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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

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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 to defer aircraft deliveries, cut flights and expansion plans as Tata targets record-loss turnaround Air India is seeking to defer deliveries, reduce capacity and postpone expansion after Tata Group instructed the carrier to prioritize reducing record losses, according to people familiar with the matter. A separate internal plan also considered ending complimentary economy meals as the cost-cutting drive intensifies.

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

Air India to defer aircraft deliveries, cut flights and expansion plans as Tata targets record-loss turnaround

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Honeywell delivers first TPE331-12B engines for HAL HTT-40 basic trainer ahead of local production Honeywell has delivered the first set of engines for Hindustan Aeronautics’ (HAL) HTT-40 basic trainer: three TPE331-12B turboprops out of a total 16 engines to be supplied. The deliveries mark an initial step toward HAL producing the engine locally, supporting the trainer’s induction timeline.

2026-06-12T00:37:11.295638-07:00

Honeywell delivers first TPE331-12B engines for HAL HTT-40 basic trainer ahead of local production

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Star Air to press ahead with E190 additions despite fuel crisis India’s Star Air says it still intends to add E190 aircraft even as the carrier faces a fuel crisis. The plan highlights how regional jet fleet decisions are being weighed against fuel-cost volatility in the current operating environment.

2026-06-11T22:56:51.582724-07:00

Star Air to press ahead with E190 additions despite fuel crisis

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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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Leonardo debuts AW249 attack helicopter “Fenice” platform at ILA Berlin; Italian Army deliveries slated within two years Leonardo Helicopters used ILA Berlin to showcase its new “Fenice” platform tied to the AW249 attack helicopter, marking the type’s flying-display debut in Germany. Deliveries to the Italian Army are expected to start within two years, positioning AW249 as a near-term European attack-helicopter procurement candidate.

2026-06-11T15:12:48.879596-07:00

Leonardo debuts AW249 attack helicopter “Fenice” platform at ILA Berlin; Italian Army deliveries slated within two years

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

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

Air India to defer aircraft deliveries, cut flights and expansion plans as Tata targets record-loss turnaround

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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