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Wizz Air to treat A321XLRs as standard A321neos, folding 11 XLRs into a single A321-200NX fleet

Wizz Air says it will integrate its 11 A321-200NY(XLR)s into the fleet as standard-range A321-200NX aircraft, without marking them as a separate type. The approach is intended to simplify how the carrier operates and manages its A321neo fleet, per chief commercial officer Ian Malin.

2026-05-22T06:09:42.122111-07:00

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MD Helicopters locks in multi-year support for Saudi National Guard’s MD 530F training fleet

2026-05-22T05:54:06.785908-07:00

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Azimuth plans fleet expansion with 31 Sukhoi Superjet 100s as it tracks MC-21 program progress

2026-05-22T01:10:01.998590-07:00

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t’way Air secures PDP financing for A330-900N engine program

2026-05-21T21:39:30.572492-07:00

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Wizz Air to treat A321XLRs as standard A321neos, folding 11 XLRs into a single A321-200NX fleet Wizz Air says it will integrate its 11 A321-200NY(XLR)s into the fleet as standard-range A321-200NX aircraft, without marking them as a separate type. The approach is intended to simplify how the carrier operates and manages its A321neo fleet, per chief commercial officer Ian Malin.

2026-05-22T06:09:42.122111-07:00

Wizz Air to treat A321XLRs as standard A321neos, folding 11 XLRs into a single A321-200NX fleet

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MD Helicopters locks in multi-year support for Saudi National Guard’s MD 530F training fleet MD Helicopters has renewed its OEM support commitment for the Saudi Arabia Ministry of National Guard’s MD 530F training helicopters under a multi-year contract. The agreement extends long-term support for the service’s rotary training capability centered on the MD 530F fleet.

2026-05-22T05:54:06.785908-07:00

MD Helicopters locks in multi-year support for Saudi National Guard’s MD 530F training fleet

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Thailand orders two Airbus C295 tactical transports for Royal Thai Air Force deliveries from H1 2029 Thailand has signed for two additional Airbus C295 twin-turboprop tactical transports for Royal Thai Air Force use. Airbus Defence & Space is set to deliver the aircraft from the first half of 2029, adding to the country’s tactical airlift fleet under a continuing C295 procurement plan.

2026-05-22T04:54:16.483813-07:00

Thailand orders two Airbus C295 tactical transports for Royal Thai Air Force deliveries from H1 2029

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Azimuth plans fleet expansion with 31 Sukhoi Superjet 100s as it tracks MC-21 program progress Russia’s Azimuth is reported to be considering a further 31-aircraft intake of the Sukhoi Superjet 100 (SJ-100) while keeping the Yakovlev MC-21 in view for future fleet strategy. The move ties commercial capacity planning to the pace of Russian narrowbody certification and delivery readiness.

2026-05-22T01:10:01.998590-07:00

Azimuth plans fleet expansion with 31 Sukhoi Superjet 100s as it tracks MC-21 program progress

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t’way Air secures PDP financing for A330-900N engine program t’way Air has secured payment deferred (PDP) financing for engines supporting its A330-900N aircraft plan. The deal underwrites near-term cash flow for the propulsion package while aligning financing terms with delivery and payment timing for the widebody freestanding engine requirement.

2026-05-21T21:39:30.572492-07:00

t’way Air secures PDP financing for A330-900N engine program

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Air India launches engine-fire probe after AI2802 A320neo lands safely in Delhi Air India says flight AI2802, operating Bengaluru–Delhi with 180 passengers, reported an engine fire indication during final approach on May 21. The aircraft landed safely; passengers disembarked without incident. The airline has launched a full investigation and the DGCA is probing the event.

2026-05-21T14:24:13.977117-07:00

Air India launches engine-fire probe after AI2802 A320neo lands safely in Delhi

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Azul Conecta weighs Cessna 408 SkyCourier launch for its operations Azul Conecta is considering starting Cessna 408 SkyCourier operations, signaling a potential step into a new aircraft segment for the regional unit. The decision would affect how the carrier approaches aircraft utilization, route planning, and platform strategy if it proceeds.

2026-05-21T13:25:05.919031-07:00

Azul Conecta weighs Cessna 408 SkyCourier launch for its operations

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April 2026: OEMs deliver 50 business jets as deliveries stabilize into the mid-year OEMs delivered 50 business jets in April 2026, a topline delivery pace signal for the private aviation market heading into the second half. The figure provides a near-term read-through for OEM production cadence and for how quickly new aircraft are reaching operators after recent transaction tightening.

2026-05-21T12:53:57.756764-07:00

April 2026: OEMs deliver 50 business jets as deliveries stabilize into the mid-year

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Wizz Air to treat A321XLRs as standard A321neos, folding 11 XLRs into a single A321-200NX fleet

MD Helicopters locks in multi-year support for Saudi National Guard’s MD 530F training fleet

Azimuth plans fleet expansion with 31 Sukhoi Superjet 100s as it tracks MC-21 program progress

t’way Air secures PDP financing for A330-900N engine program

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