Airbus has informed its airline customers that aircraft delivery delays are likely to persist for at least another three years, with the situation expected to normalize only by 2028. The continued delays are primarily attributed to persistent supply chain disruptions, particularly involving aircraft engines and critical structural components.
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Korean Air has taken delivery of a Boeing 737-8, bearing serial number 63448, equipped with LEAP-1B engines. This aircraft will eventually serve as a VIP transport operated by South Korea’s Air Force, reflecting its critical role in supporting high-level governmental and military operations.
Emirates, the flag carrier of the UAE, has taken delivery of a new Airbus A350-900, featuring serial number 690. This state-of-the-art aircraft is powered by Trent XWB-84 engines, developed by Rolls Royce, renowned for their exceptional fuel efficiency and reliability.
ITA Airways, Italy’s national carrier, has recently taken delivery of a new Airbus A220-300, bearing the serial number 55323. This state-of-the-art aircraft is powered by Pratt & Whitney PW1500G engines, known for their fuel efficiency and performance.
TAAG Angola Airlines has expanded its fleet with the addition of its first Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, bearing serial number 66877. This aircraft is equipped with GEnx-1B engines and is leased from AerCap.
ST Aerospace (Guangzhou) Aviation Services has successfully completed its first A330-300P2F (Passenger-to-Freighter) conversion for EFW (Germany). The 2011-vintage A330-300, identified by serial number 1226, is powered by Trent 700 engines and is set to join the Amazon (US) fleet on lease.
Andes Líneas Aéreas, an Argentine carrier, has added two Boeing 737-700 aircraft, with serial numbers 38125 and 38126, to its fleet through lease agreements. The aircraft are expected to strengthen Andes’ operational capacity and enhance its position in Argentina’s competitive domestic aviation market.
