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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.

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

FlightGlobal

Jet2 cites ‘strong’ summer bookings as full-year operating profit edges down 2%

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2026-07-08T05:29:50.271031-07:00

AeroTime

Saudia 787-9 and Philippine Airlines A320 damaged in NAIA apron incident; investigation launched

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2026-07-08T03:58:57.170201-07:00

Skift

Analysis: Europe’s next airline takeover candidates after easyJet

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2026-07-08T02:45:35.650722-07:00

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Aviation’s two-speed risk market reprices as underwriters tighten terms Insurance-side market repricing is under way across two aviation risk markets, neither drawing headlines comparable to major OEM delivery misses. The shift suggests aerospace underwriters are tightening coverage and/or pricing standards, with ripple effects for how airlines manage risk in the near term.

2026-07-08T06:53:29.108019-07:00

Aviation’s two-speed risk market reprices as underwriters tighten terms

AeroTime

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Wizz Air to expand in Spain with first domestic routes and added London services Wizz Air plans a major expansion in Spain, launching its first domestic routes within the country and increasing connectivity from London with additional services. The move signals a step-change in the airline’s Spanish footprint and route network, beyond its current point-to-point model.

2026-07-08T06:44:27.331628-07:00

Wizz Air to expand in Spain with first domestic routes and added London services

FlightGlobal

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Jet2 cites ‘strong’ summer bookings as full-year operating profit edges down 2% Jet2 says reduced geopolitical uncertainty has supported demand in recent weeks, contributing to “strong” summer bookings. The carrier reports that full-year operating profit fell 2%, despite the improved booking momentum.

2026-07-08T05:29:50.271031-07:00

Jet2 cites ‘strong’ summer bookings as full-year operating profit edges down 2%

AirInsight

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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

AeroTime

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Saudia 787-9 and Philippine Airlines A320 damaged in NAIA apron incident; investigation launched A ground incident at Manila’s Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) involved a Saudia Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner striking a parked Philippine Airlines Airbus A320-214 during apron operations, damaging both aircraft. Philippine authorities launched an investigation after the accident resulted in one passenger death.

2026-07-08T03:58:57.170201-07:00

Saudia 787-9 and Philippine Airlines A320 damaged in NAIA apron incident; investigation launched

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Air Mauritius suspends seven managers pending internal probe after forensic review of historic aircraft sales Air Mauritius has confirmed it suspended seven managers, including Chief Commercial Officer Laurent Recoura, following findings from an independent forensic investigation into historic aircraft sales. The suspensions are pending an internal probe, per the airline’s statement.

2026-07-08T02:45:35.697002-07:00

Air Mauritius suspends seven managers pending internal probe after forensic review of historic aircraft sales

Skift

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Analysis: Europe’s next airline takeover candidates after easyJet With Europe’s remaining independent carriers increasingly exposed, a new analysis maps 10 potential takeover targets—either for private-equity consolidation or acquisition by larger airline groups—after easyJet. The piece frames how scale, liquidity and network value could shape the next wave of consolidation.

2026-07-08T02:45:35.650722-07:00

Analysis: Europe’s next airline takeover candidates after easyJet

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

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