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Japan Airlines To Extend B777-300ER Retirement

Japan Airlines (JAL) Managing Director Ross Leggett has confirmed that the retirement of the carrier’s B777-300ER fleet will be postponed by approximately three years. This decision comes as Japan Airlines continues to monitor future aircraft delivery schedules to ensure seamless operational transitions without service disruptions.

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GOL Completes Engine Overhauls For Full Return In 2026

GOL (Brazil) has successfully completed overhauls on more than 50 B737 engines in 2024, signaling a major step forward in its fleet renewal and maintenance strategy. The carrier has announced that it remains on track to return all of its aircraft to active service by the first quarter of 2026, underscoring its determination to rebuild capacity and competitiveness in the…

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Boeing 737 MAX Delivered To Xiamen Airlines

A Boeing B737 MAX aircraft sporting the Xiamen Airlines livery has departed Seattle, bound for the airline’s delivery center in China. The delivery marks a significant milestone as trade tensions between the United States and China show signs of easing, enabling resumed aircraft handovers that had been stalled for years due to political and economic disputes.

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ANA President Silent On E190-E2 Operational Plans

ANA All Nippon Airways (Japan) remains tight-lipped about which specific division will operate its recently ordered 20 E190-E2 regional jets, according to a statement from President Shinichi Inoue. Speaking to industry observers, Inoue said, “Now is not the right time to talk about it,” leaving open questions about how the new aircraft will be integrated into ANA’s broader…

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Kenya Airways Faces Fleet Challenges And Plans Expansion

Kenya Airways is navigating significant operational challenges while planning future fleet expansion, according to COO George Kamal. Three of the airline’s nine B787 aircraft are currently grounded as the carrier awaits deliveries of GE engines, expected to arrive from August 2025. Despite these challenges, Kenya Airways remains proactive in updating and expanding its fleet. The airline currently operates eight B737-800s, having received…

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Wizz Air Malta Adds A321neo Powered by PW1133G‑JM Engines

Wizz Air Malta has taken delivery of a new Airbus A321neo, serial 12610, featuring Pratt & Whitney PW1133G‑JMengines. This addition marks a significant step in the airline’s ongoing fleet expansion to support growth and enhance operational efficiency.

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United Airlines Receives Boeing 737‑8 Fitted With LEAP‑1B28 Engines

United Airlines (US) has welcomed a new Boeing 737‑8, bearing serial number 68824, which arrives equipped with CFM International LEAP‑1B28 engines. This addition represents a key part of the airline’s fleet modernization strategy aimed at enhancing overall efficiency and capacity.