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New orders for US-manufactured goods rose more than expected in September, with aircraft bookings contributing to the increase alongside strength across a range of other goods, according to government data. The report points to firmer factory demand, but provides no aircraft-specific order figures.
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New orders for US-manufactured goods rose more than expected in September, with aircraft bookings contributing to the increase alongside strength across a range of other goods, according to government data. The report points to firmer factory demand, but provides no aircraft-specific order figures.
Airbus had more than 500 firm A330neo orders from 35 customers by the second half of 2026, up from around 350 in early 2024. The figures point to stronger market momentum for the widebody, which is powered by Rolls-Royce Trent 7000 engines.
Cameroon is considering pushing back Camair-Co’s planned fleet expansion to 2028. The available report provides no further details on the aircraft, scale of the expansion or reasons for the potential delay, leaving the timing as the key development for the state carrier’s fleet plans.
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DC Aviation Malta has taken delivery of its third Bombardier Global 7500, bringing its ultra-long-range fleet to six aircraft. The addition expands the operator’s capacity in the large-cabin business jet segment.
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Air India is considering additional widebody aircraft as its new CEO pursues long-term growth, international market-share gains and cost reductions. IndiGo, meanwhile, has confirmed lie-flat business class for future A350s and A321XLRs and sees Navi Mumbai as an opportunity to expand international flying, sharpening competition for India’s long-haul market.
Kazakhstan’s Alatau Air Cargo is set to lease two Airbus A340-600s, according to a report whose full details are behind a subscription wall. The available information does not identify the lessor, timing, aircraft configuration or intended routes, leaving the operational scope of the fleet addition unclear.
Costa Rica Green Airways has added its first De Havilland Canada DHC-6-400 Twin Otter, according to a report whose full details are available to subscribers. The article summary does not provide information on the aircraft’s configuration, intended routes or delivery timing.
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