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AirInsight • Richard Schuurman

Airbus forecasts 42,060 new aircraft demand (2026–2045) on fleet renewal as passenger traffic doubles

Airbus’ 2026–2045 Global Market Forecast projects demand for 42,060 new passenger and cargo aircraft between 2026 and 2045, driven by airline fleet replacement and continued growth in air travel. It expects traffic to more than double by 2045 and cites a shift toward higher replacement-driven new-build volumes.

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2026-07-08T04:13:59.297549-07:00

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Uganda Airlines turns to the Boeing 787 as A330 stays grounded

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2026-07-08T04:46:25.703954-07:00

Leeham News

Airbus weighs an A220-500 stretch: potential EIS target toward ~2032, with decision still pending

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2026-07-08T00:30:00.148905-07:00

FlightGlobal

China Southern cargo taps AerCap for three 777-300ERSF converted freighters as 777 conversion demand grows

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2026-07-07T19:16:24.910873-07:00

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Uganda Airlines turns to the Boeing 787 as A330 stays grounded Uganda Airlines is bringing the Boeing 787 into use as its Airbus A330 aircraft are grounded again. The move signals a near-term capacity and fleet reliability adjustment while the operator continues to manage recurring A330 availability issues.

2026-07-08T04:46:25.703954-07:00

Uganda Airlines turns to the Boeing 787 as A330 stays grounded

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Airbus forecasts 42,060 new aircraft demand (2026–2045) on fleet renewal as passenger traffic doubles Airbus’ 2026–2045 Global Market Forecast projects demand for 42,060 new passenger and cargo aircraft between 2026 and 2045, driven by airline fleet replacement and continued growth in air travel. It expects traffic to more than double by 2045 and cites a shift toward higher replacement-driven new-build volumes.

2026-07-08T04:13:59.297549-07:00

Airbus forecasts 42,060 new aircraft demand (2026–2045) on fleet renewal as passenger traffic doubles

Leeham News

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Airbus weighs an A220-500 stretch: potential EIS target toward ~2032, with decision still pending Airbus has not made a final decision on developing a stretched A220 “top model,” but internal discussions indicate the company is preparing an official launch path and working-level assessments. Reporting suggests Airbus could target an EIS for the A220-500 around 2032, with possible formal launch in the coming autumn and deliveries thereafter.

2026-07-08T00:30:00.148905-07:00

Airbus weighs an A220-500 stretch: potential EIS target toward ~2032, with decision still pending

FlightGlobal

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China Southern cargo taps AerCap for three 777-300ERSF converted freighters as 777 conversion demand grows AerCap has signed lease agreements with China Southern Airlines Cargo for three Boeing 777-300ERSF converted freighters, with deliveries scheduled from late 2027 to mid-2028 (or from late 2027 to mid-2028, depending on the filing). The deal adds to a broader market shift toward passenger-to-freighter conversions, highlighted by Emirates SkyCargo’s 777-300ER special conversion.

2026-07-07T19:16:24.910873-07:00

China Southern cargo taps AerCap for three 777-300ERSF converted freighters as 777 conversion demand grows

Via Satellite

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CesiumAstro files FCC application for 737-satellite “Synchronicity” reconfigurable connectivity constellation CesiumAstro submitted an FCC filing seeking authorization for a 737-satellite constellation dubbed “Synchronicity.” The system is designed to deliver reconfigurable connectivity for both fixed and mobile users, positioning the company to compete in next-wave satellite broadband architectures.

2026-07-07T13:30:20.594785-07:00

CesiumAstro files FCC application for 737-satellite “Synchronicity” reconfigurable connectivity constellation

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Frontier Airlines to sell 11 future Airbus A321neo aircraft to Avolon Frontier Airlines plans to sell 11 future Airbus A321neo jets to aircraft lessor Avolon, moving the aircraft from Frontier’s order footprint to Avolon’s portfolio. The transaction connects Frontier’s near-term fleet planning with Avolon’s follow-on leasing capacity tied to A321neo delivery slots.

2026-07-07T10:44:51.957009-07:00

Frontier Airlines to sell 11 future Airbus A321neo aircraft to Avolon

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Airbus and MTU Aero Engines to form JV for hydrogen-electric fuel-cell powertrain Airbus said it will form a joint venture with MTU Aero Engines to develop and commercialize a fully electric hydrogen fuel-cell engine system for aviation. The move follows an MoU signed at the Paris Air Show in June 2025, with the JV set to begin work in 2027 by pooling development resources.

2026-07-07T08:52:44.406131-07:00

Airbus and MTU Aero Engines to form JV for hydrogen-electric fuel-cell powertrain

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Discover to wet-lease A320neo capacity for 3Q26 as capacity planning shifts Discover Airlines plans to secure additional short-to-medium term capacity via a wet lease of Airbus A320neo aircraft for 3Q26, according to Commercial Aviation News reporting. The move highlights how the carrier is managing future seat supply through leased capacity rather than relying solely on its own fleet plan.

2026-07-07T08:45:49.362415-07:00

Discover to wet-lease A320neo capacity for 3Q26 as capacity planning shifts

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