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Ethiopian Airlines in preliminary talks with Airbus on potential A350 and A220 order as it accelerates fleet expansion

Ethiopian Airlines has opened early discussions with Airbus for a potential new order covering a mix of widebody A350s and regional A220 jets, according to sources cited by Bloomberg and Business Insider Africa. Talks are described as preliminary, with no final decision or order size disclosed yet.

2026-05-13T04:28:44.738749-07:00

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Red Wings set to take first Tu-214 in 2027 via state-backed leasing as Russia accelerates domestic aircraft substitution

2026-05-12T21:16:23.065217-07:00

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Boeing delivery pickup boosts investor confidence in the turnaround

2026-05-12T13:10:16.555721-07:00

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Textron Aviation to deliver new Cessna Caravan aircraft to support USDA invasive-pest operations for Texas citrus

2026-05-12T08:43:51.596923-07:00

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Ethiopian Airlines in preliminary talks with Airbus on potential A350 and A220 order as it accelerates fleet expansion Ethiopian Airlines has opened early discussions with Airbus for a potential new order covering a mix of widebody A350s and regional A220 jets, according to sources cited by Bloomberg and Business Insider Africa. Talks are described as preliminary, with no final decision or order size disclosed yet.

2026-05-13T04:28:44.738749-07:00

Ethiopian Airlines in preliminary talks with Airbus on potential A350 and A220 order as it accelerates fleet expansion

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United Nigeria targets rapid fleet and network growth United Nigeria says it is aiming for fast expansion of both its fleet size and route network. The move puts renewed focus on how quickly new-capacity entrants can scale aircraft availability and turn that flying into sustained route coverage in Nigeria.

2026-05-13T01:34:26.662842-07:00

United Nigeria targets rapid fleet and network growth

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Red Wings set to take first Tu-214 in 2027 via state-backed leasing as Russia accelerates domestic aircraft substitution United Aircraft Corporation says Red Wings Airlines will receive the first commercial Tupolev Tu-214 aircraft in 2027 through a state-backed leasing scheme. The announcement underscores Moscow’s push to expand domestic civil aircraft output and reduce reliance on imports.

2026-05-12T21:16:23.065217-07:00

Red Wings set to take first Tu-214 in 2027 via state-backed leasing as Russia accelerates domestic aircraft substitution

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Boeing delivery pickup boosts investor confidence in the turnaround Fresh reporting points to a near-term pickup in Boeing deliveries—an indicator investors are watching most closely for proof that the company’s recovery is translating into production momentum. The signal comes as prior delivery performance and 737 stability remain key benchmarks for market sentiment.

2026-05-12T13:10:16.555721-07:00

Boeing delivery pickup boosts investor confidence in the turnaround

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Boeing’s April sales surge lifts backlog above 6,200 jets as net orders nearly double year-to-date pace Boeing reported 135 net new orders in April—nearly doubling its first-quarter performance—and pushed year-to-date totals to 284 aircraft, its strongest start to a year since 2014. The backlog topped 6,200 jets, supported by April’s 136 commercial aircraft orders and 44 deliveries, including 28 777X and 25 787-10 orders.

2026-05-12T10:17:36.273635-07:00

Boeing’s April sales surge lifts backlog above 6,200 jets as net orders nearly double year-to-date pace

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Boeing books 28 undisclosed 777X commitments in April, taking 276 net orders for 2026 YTD as 777X nears first standard productio Boeing reported 109 unidentified widebody orders in April, including 28 commitments to the 777X family from an unnamed customer. With 777X standard production having flown first on May 7, the program is still characterized by steady demand despite certification delays, as Boeing’s 2026 net order total reaches 276.

2026-05-12T09:36:53.612587-07:00

Boeing books 28 undisclosed 777X commitments in April, taking 276 net orders for 2026 YTD as 777X nears first standard productio

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Textron Aviation to deliver new Cessna Caravan aircraft to support USDA invasive-pest operations for Texas citrus Textron Aviation said it will add new Cessna Caravan aircraft to the USDA’s efforts to combat invasive insects threatening Texas citrus. The company is positioning the aircraft as mission-ready for protecting agricultural production through targeted pest-control operations.

2026-05-12T08:43:51.596923-07:00

Textron Aviation to deliver new Cessna Caravan aircraft to support USDA invasive-pest operations for Texas citrus

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Air Peace to retire its Boeing 737 Classics from service Nigeria’s Air Peace is retiring its Boeing 737 Classics, signaling a fleet downcycle away from the older narrowbody generation. The move highlights ongoing operator-level fleet optimization as carriers recalibrate cost, capability, and capacity against newer single-aisle options.

2026-05-12T03:13:38.721063-07:00

Air Peace to retire its Boeing 737 Classics from service

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Ethiopian Airlines in preliminary talks with Airbus on potential A350 and A220 order as it accelerates fleet expansion

Red Wings set to take first Tu-214 in 2027 via state-backed leasing as Russia accelerates domestic aircraft substitution

Boeing delivery pickup boosts investor confidence in the turnaround

Textron Aviation to deliver new Cessna Caravan aircraft to support USDA invasive-pest operations for Texas citrus

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