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IndiGo returns a leased Boeing 787-9 to Norse Atlantic after cutting the India–Manchester route

IndiGo is returning one of six wet-leased Boeing 787-9s from Norse Atlantic following its decision to close the India to Manchester service. The carrier is also “rejigging” 787-9 operations as airspace restrictions and scheduling issues are undermining reliability, with Manchester slated to drop after Copenhagen.

2026-06-02T09:41:29.418469-07:00

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Boeing 777-9 certification slips to early 2027 as Lufthansa expected to take launch-operator role

2026-06-02T04:02:10.614759-07:00

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China Airlines unveils new Premium Economy cabin concept for its future Boeing 787 Dreamliner fleet

2026-06-02T02:13:10.927606-07:00

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Icelandair pulls Boeing 757 retirement forward to winter 2026/27, citing fuel-cost pressure

2026-06-01T23:57:28.968422-07:00

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Emirates SkyCargo receives first IAI-converted 777-300ERSF; commits to convert six 777-300ERs Emirates SkyCargo has taken redelivery of the first Boeing 777-300ERSF converted by Israel Aerospace Industries. The airline also signed a commitment to convert six additional of its 777-300ERs, lifting its total converted freighter order to 10 units for the program.

2026-06-02T23:42:59.855944-07:00

Emirates SkyCargo receives first IAI-converted 777-300ERSF; commits to convert six 777-300ERs

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IndiGo returns a leased Boeing 787-9 to Norse Atlantic after cutting the India–Manchester route IndiGo is returning one of six wet-leased Boeing 787-9s from Norse Atlantic following its decision to close the India to Manchester service. The carrier is also “rejigging” 787-9 operations as airspace restrictions and scheduling issues are undermining reliability, with Manchester slated to drop after Copenhagen.

2026-06-02T09:41:29.418469-07:00

IndiGo returns a leased Boeing 787-9 to Norse Atlantic after cutting the India–Manchester route

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Boeing 777-9 certification slips to early 2027 as Lufthansa expected to take launch-operator role Boeing’s widebody 777-9, long delayed, is now expected to receive FAA certification in early 2027, according to comments from the FAA chief. Lufthansa is also expected to become the launch operator, with the program reportedly surpassing 540 777-9 aircraft.

2026-06-02T04:02:10.614759-07:00

Boeing 777-9 certification slips to early 2027 as Lufthansa expected to take launch-operator role

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Boeing 777X faces further FAA certification slippage as 2027 delivery risk rises Boeing’s 777X certification timeline is coming under renewed pressure, with FAA leadership suggesting approval at the start of 2027 rather than 2026 and highlighting a wider sequencing focus on 737 MAX variants first. Analysts report 777X customers are unlikely to cancel, but fresh delays could still jeopardize targeted 2027 deliveries.

2026-06-02T04:02:10.614759-07:00

Boeing 777X faces further FAA certification slippage as 2027 delivery risk rises

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China Airlines unveils new Premium Economy cabin concept for its future Boeing 787 Dreamliner fleet China Airlines has unveiled a new Premium Economy cabin product aimed at its upcoming Dreamliner fleet. The announcement signals a targeted upgrade of the airline’s mid-tier offering—positioned between economy and full premium—using the Dreamliner as the platform for rollout.

2026-06-02T02:13:10.927606-07:00

China Airlines unveils new Premium Economy cabin concept for its future Boeing 787 Dreamliner fleet

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Icelandair pulls Boeing 757 retirement forward to winter 2026/27, citing fuel-cost pressure Icelandair has filed planned Boeing 757-200 aircraft for the Northern winter 2026/27 schedule update and now intends to retire the remaining 757 fleet this winter rather than next summer. The carrier links the accelerated exit to elevated fuel prices reshaping its transition to newer aircraft.

2026-06-01T23:57:28.968422-07:00

Icelandair pulls Boeing 757 retirement forward to winter 2026/27, citing fuel-cost pressure

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MJets Air exits B737-800(BCF) deal as it pivots to widebody aircraft MJets Air has exited its B737-800(BCF) deal, signaling a strategic shift away from the converted 737 freighter pathway. The move reflects a broader widebody pivot for the carrier/operator, with implications for its aircraft mix and commercial positioning across charter and business aviation markets.

2026-06-01T18:20:41.520648-07:00

MJets Air exits B737-800(BCF) deal as it pivots to widebody aircraft

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Riyadh Air to receive first two Boeing 787s; targets 100-city network within five years Riyadh Air says it will take delivery of its first two Boeing 787s this week, marking the start of its widebody fleet ramp. The carrier’s stated goal is to connect 100 cities within five years of its first 787 deliveries, building a long-haul network from the outset.

2026-06-01T07:56:04.889590-07:00

Riyadh Air to receive first two Boeing 787s; targets 100-city network within five years

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IndiGo returns a leased Boeing 787-9 to Norse Atlantic after cutting the India–Manchester route

Boeing 777-9 certification slips to early 2027 as Lufthansa expected to take launch-operator role

China Airlines unveils new Premium Economy cabin concept for its future Boeing 787 Dreamliner fleet

Icelandair pulls Boeing 757 retirement forward to winter 2026/27, citing fuel-cost pressure

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