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Air India Launches Widebody Retrofit And Nears A320neo Upgrade Completion

Air India has officially commenced the widebody retrofit programme for its legacy Boeing 787-8 fleet, marking a major milestone in its US$ 400 million fleet enhancement initiative. The first aircraft, VT-ANT, departed in July 2025 for Boeing’s facility in Victorville, California, to undergo a full interior transformation. A second 787-8 will follow in October, with both scheduled to return to service in…

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Virgin Australia To Receive Boeing 737-8 MAX MSN 67034

Virgin Australia is preparing for the arrival of a brand-new Boeing 737-8 MAX, continuing the airline’s steady fleet renewal and modernization strategy. The aircraft, carrying manufacturer serial number (MSN) 67034 and registration VH-8VA, is scheduled for delivery from Boeing’s production facilities.

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Virgin Australia To Receive Boeing 737-8 MAX MSN 65116

Virgin Australia is preparing to take delivery of a new Boeing 737-8 MAX, marking another step in the airline’s ongoing fleet modernization program. The aircraft, bearing manufacturer serial number (MSN) 65116 and registered as VH-8IK, will be delivered directly from Boeing’s facilities.

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Ascend Airways Malaysia Enters Final AOC Phase Ahead Of November Cargo Launch

Ascend Airways Malaysia has officially entered Phase 4 of the Air Operator Certification (AOC) process and is moving closer to its planned November 2025 launch of cargo operations. The airline’s first freighter aircraft, a Boeing 737-800SF, is scheduled to arrive in Kuala Lumpur in mid-August, a key milestone to complete the final certification stages under the supervision of the Civil Aviation Authority of…

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Cargojet To Sell Two 767-300Fs And Add One Converted Freighter In 2026

Cargojet, Canada’s leading cargo airline, has announced plans to sell two of its older Boeing 767-300 freighters during the third quarter of 2025, in an effort to improve liquidity and optimize fleet composition. At the same time, the company has signed a letter of intent to acquire a converted 767-300F, which is scheduled for delivery in the first quarter of 2026.

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Aeromexico Prepares To Take Delivery Of Boeing 737 MAX 8 MSN 43310

Aeromexico is preparing to expand its next-generation narrowbody fleet with the upcoming delivery of a Boeing 737 MAX 8, continuing its strategy to enhance operational efficiency and passenger comfort. The aircraft, bearing manufacturer serial number (MSN) 43310, is scheduled for delivery from Boeing in the coming period.

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Cathay Pacific Orders 14 Additional Boeing 777-9 Aircraft

Cathay Pacific has announced a significant fleet expansion with a new order for 14 additional Boeing 777-9 aircraft, bringing its total 777-9 order book to 35 units. The move reinforces Cathay’s strategy to modernize its long-haul fleet while preparing for the growing demand in international air travel across its global network.

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Alaska Airlines To Launch London & Reykjavik Flights With New 787 Livery

Alaska Airlines has announced a bold transatlantic expansion with two new international routes launching in spring 2026 from its hub in Seattle: daily nonstop service to London Heathrow and seasonal service to Reykjavik, Iceland. These new destinations mark a significant step in the carrier’s transformation into a premium global airline, supported by the debut of its new 787-9 Dreamliner livery and global onboard experience. [/restrict] The Seattle–London Heathrow route…

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One Air Prepares To Take Delivery Of Boeing 777F G-ONEG

One Air, the UK-based cargo airline, is preparing to take delivery of a new Boeing 777 Freighter, marking a significant step in the carrier’s fleet expansion strategy. The aircraft, with manufacturer serial number (MSN) 68454, will carry the registration G-ONEG and is expected to enter active service shortly following final delivery procedures.

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Xiamen Airlines Prepares To Take Delivery Of Boeing 737 MAX 8 MSN 43845

Xiamen Airlines is preparing to expand its narrowbody fleet with the upcoming delivery of a brand-new Boeing 737 MAX 8. The aircraft, bearing manufacturer serial number (MSN) 43845, is expected to enter into commercial service shortly following its handover from Boeing.