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American’s first A321XLR (N303NY) lands at DFW, setting up premium domestic and transatlantic launches

American Airlines' first A321XLR, N303NY, arrived at Dallas/Fort Worth after ferrying from Hamburg, marking the carrier's long‑delayed introduction of the ultra‑long‑range single‑aisle into its US fleet. The jet will initially operate premium domestic routes before being deployed on planned transatlantic services.

2025-10-22T09:16:30.562930-07:00

AeroTime

Norwegian posts record quarter, converts 30 Boeing 737 MAX 8s as CEO praises improved deliveries

2025-10-22T01:23:31.955383-07:00

Reuters

Airbus opens second A320 final assembly line in Tianjin, operations due early 2026

2025-10-21T19:56:19.189827-07:00

GE Aerospace

GE Aerospace raises 2025 outlook after record CFM LEAP deliveries and stronger services demand

2025-10-21T03:40:00.971448-07:00

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Uzbek carriers to add 75 aircraft by 2030, president says Uzbek carriers will add 75 aircraft by 2030, the country's president said, signaling a multi-year fleet expansion across state and private airlines. The announcement underscores Uzbekistan's push to boost connectivity, capacity and support new airport and cargo initiatives as aviation activity accelerates.

2025-10-22T19:32:21.790405-07:00

Uzbek carriers to add 75 aircraft by 2030, president says

Leeham News

Airbus reaffirms A350F entry‑into‑service for H2 2027 amid customer concerns of a 2028 slip Airbus reiterated its target for the A350F freighter to enter service in the second half of 2027, despite several customers telling Leeham News they expect entry‑into‑service could slip into 2028. The OEM says the programme remains on track as assembly work advances in Toulouse.

2025-10-22T13:04:29.383632-07:00

Airbus reaffirms A350F entry‑into‑service for H2 2027 amid customer concerns of a 2028 slip

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Airbus forecasts freighter fleet to rise 45% to 3,420 aircraft by 2044, requiring ~2,605 deliveries Airbus's 2025 Cargo Global Market Forecast projects the worldwide fleet of dedicated freighters will expand to 3,420 aircraft over the next 20 years, a 45% increase by 2044. The report estimates roughly 2,605 deliveries will be needed to satisfy replacement and long‑term trade growth.

2025-10-22T11:08:47.142616-07:00

Airbus forecasts freighter fleet to rise 45% to 3,420 aircraft by 2044, requiring ~2,605 deliveries

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Ukraine and Sweden sign LOI for up to 150 Saab JAS 39 Gripen E fighters Sweden and Ukraine signed a government-to-government letter of intent on 22 October in Linköping for the potential transfer of 100–150 Saab JAS 39 Gripen E fighters. Deliveries are proposed from 2026 or within three years, but funding, export approvals and timing remain unresolved.

2025-10-22T10:36:51.695690-07:00

Ukraine and Sweden sign LOI for up to 150 Saab JAS 39 Gripen E fighters

Vertical Mag

San Diego approves $38M Sikorsky S-70 Firehawk with night firefighting; operational by fall 2026 San Diego County approved a $38 million purchase of a Sikorsky S-70 Firehawk equipped for night wildfire suppression and modern firefighting systems. The aircraft is expected operational by fall 2026, with Cal Fire supplying a reserve helicopter to cover the region until delivery.

2025-10-22T10:36:32.924781-07:00

San Diego approves $38M Sikorsky S-70 Firehawk with night firefighting; operational by fall 2026

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American’s first A321XLR (N303NY) lands at DFW, setting up premium domestic and transatlantic launches American Airlines' first A321XLR, N303NY, arrived at Dallas/Fort Worth after ferrying from Hamburg, marking the carrier's long‑delayed introduction of the ultra‑long‑range single‑aisle into its US fleet. The jet will initially operate premium domestic routes before being deployed on planned transatlantic services.

2025-10-22T09:16:30.562930-07:00

American’s first A321XLR (N303NY) lands at DFW, setting up premium domestic and transatlantic launches

Reuters

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Sweden and Ukraine sign LOI for up to 150 Saab Gripen E fighters; delivery, funding and export approvals unresolved Sweden and Ukraine signed a government-to-government letter of intent in Linköping for the transfer of more than 100 — potentially up to 150 — Saab JAS 39 Gripen E fighters to Ukraine. Swedish officials say deliveries would likely occur after the war, but funding, export approvals and timing remain unresolved.

2025-10-22T06:36:24.341329-07:00

Sweden and Ukraine sign LOI for up to 150 Saab Gripen E fighters; delivery, funding and export approvals unresolved

AINonline

Airbus and Boeing Falling Behind on Narrowbody Deliveries as A220 Engine Woes Weigh on Demand

2025-10-22T03:56:43.341189-07:00

Airbus and Boeing Falling Behind on Narr

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