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Copa locks in up to 60 Boeing 737 MAX aircraft with 40 firm order

Boeing and Copa Airlines say the Panamanian carrier has signed an agreement for up to 60 737 MAX jets, including a firm order for 40 aircraft and options for as many as 20 more. The deal reinforces Copa’s single-aisle strategy while extending Boeing’s narrowbody order momentum.

2026-04-28T08:21:43.747973-07:00

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Asia-Pacific business-jet fleet rose 1.5% in 2025 to 1,168 aircraft, led by long-range demand

2026-04-28T10:50:25.884903-07:00

Alaska Airlines

Alaska Airlines launches first Seattle–Rome nonstop, seasonal 787-9 service starting May 28

2026-04-28T05:35:20.928192-07:00

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Ascend Airways (Avia Solutions Group) to surrender UK AOC and return six Boeing 737 MAX 8s to lessors

2026-04-28T01:20:22.440676-07:00

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Asia-Pacific business-jet fleet rose 1.5% in 2025 to 1,168 aircraft, led by long-range demand By end-2025, the Asia-Pacific business-jet fleet totaled 1,168 aircraft, up 1.5% year-over-year—its fastest growth in the region in years. Gulfstream recorded the most new deliveries in 2025, while Bombardier remained the largest OEM by total fleet size. Southeast Asia emerged as a key destination for incoming long-range jets, with operator rankings led by Sino Jet (43), followed by TAG Aviation and Deer Jet.

2026-04-28T10:50:25.884903-07:00

Asia-Pacific business-jet fleet rose 1.5% in 2025 to 1,168 aircraft, led by long-range demand

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Copa locks in up to 60 Boeing 737 MAX aircraft with 40 firm order Boeing and Copa Airlines say the Panamanian carrier has signed an agreement for up to 60 737 MAX jets, including a firm order for 40 aircraft and options for as many as 20 more. The deal reinforces Copa’s single-aisle strategy while extending Boeing’s narrowbody order momentum.

2026-04-28T08:21:43.747973-07:00

Copa locks in up to 60 Boeing 737 MAX aircraft with 40 firm order

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Alaska Airlines launches first Seattle–Rome nonstop, seasonal 787-9 service starting May 28 Alaska Airlines begins its first-ever transatlantic long-haul route with seasonal nonstop flights from Seattle to Leonardo da Vinci Rome Fiumicino (FCO). The daily service launches May 28 and is scheduled through Oct 23, operating with Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners.

2026-04-28T05:35:20.928192-07:00

Alaska Airlines launches first Seattle–Rome nonstop, seasonal 787-9 service starting May 28

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JetBlue Q1 2026 loss hits $319M as Iran-linked fuel spike forces capacity cuts, despite stronger unit revenue JetBlue reported a first-quarter 2026 net loss of $319 million (or $0.86 per diluted share) on 4.7% higher revenue to $2.2 billion. With $2.4 billion in liquidity plus a $600 million undrawn revolver, the carrier adjusted capacity and costs as high fuel prices pressured earnings, while signaling strong summer demand amid a cautious outlook.

2026-04-28T04:34:40.110443-07:00

JetBlue Q1 2026 loss hits $319M as Iran-linked fuel spike forces capacity cuts, despite stronger unit revenue

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Airbus launches Spain’s integrated combat pilot training for TAI Hurjet, set to modify 30 aircraft Spain has formally started an industrial programme to field the TAI Hurjet as the F-5 trainer replacement for the Air and Space Force, with 30 aircraft slated for modification. Airbus says Spain will receive an initial 21 Hurjets as final avionics are completed, under the co-developed ITS-C combat training system.

2026-04-28T04:24:55.386429-07:00

Airbus launches Spain’s integrated combat pilot training for TAI Hurjet, set to modify 30 aircraft

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Ascend Airways (Avia Solutions Group) to surrender UK AOC and return six Boeing 737 MAX 8s to lessors Ascend Airways has announced it will surrender its UK air operator’s certificate and immediately return its entire six-strong Boeing 737 MAX 8 fleet to aircraft lessors, ending its UK operations about two years after receiving its AOC. The carrier cites fuel costs and post-Brexit leasing constraints in explaining the decision.

2026-04-28T01:20:22.440676-07:00

Ascend Airways (Avia Solutions Group) to surrender UK AOC and return six Boeing 737 MAX 8s to lessors

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VietJetAir charts widebody push: first A330-900N due in 2026 as 2026 AGM sets dividend and network expansion targets VietJetAir says it expects to take delivery of its first Airbus A330-900N in 2026, positioning the widebody for European market expansion. Separately, the carrier’s April 26, 2026 AGM highlighted strong 2025 performance, including a 30% dividend payout, alongside a renewed international growth agenda.

2026-04-27T20:05:16.807476-07:00

VietJetAir charts widebody push: first A330-900N due in 2026 as 2026 AGM sets dividend and network expansion targets

Air Data News

Embraer Q1 backlog tops $32.1B on commercial growth; executive jets flat Embraer ended the first quarter with a record backlog of $32.1 billion, up 22% year-on-year and marking its sixth straight quarterly backlog high. Commercial aviation drove most of the increase, while executive jets stayed flat amid broader market uncertainty.

2026-04-27T14:23:29.590150-07:00

Embraer Q1 backlog tops $32.1B on commercial growth; executive jets flat

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Copa locks in up to 60 Boeing 737 MAX aircraft with 40 firm order

Asia-Pacific business-jet fleet rose 1.5% in 2025 to 1,168 aircraft, led by long-range demand

Alaska Airlines launches first Seattle–Rome nonstop, seasonal 787-9 service starting May 28

Ascend Airways (Avia Solutions Group) to surrender UK AOC and return six Boeing 737 MAX 8s to lessors

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