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Aegean Airlines To Launch India Flights With A321XLRs In 2026

Aegean Airlines has revealed plans to launch nonstop flights from Athens to Delhi and Mumbai starting March 2026, utilizing its newly acquired Airbus A321XLR aircraft. The two jets were purchased from JetBlue and Airbus, and they will retain the premium-heavy 24 business and 114 economy seat layout previously used by JetBlue on its transatlantic operations.

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Boeing Appoints Alay Parikh to Lead Defense Business Development in India

Boeing has announced the appointment of Alay Parikh as Director of Business Development for its Defense and Services business in India, reaffirming its strategic commitment to growth in the region. Parikh succeeds Alain Garcia, who has taken on a new role with Boeing in South Korea. He will report directly to Randy Rotte, Senior Director of International Business Development.

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Air Côte d’Ivoire Prepares for Delivery of First Airbus A330neo

Air Côte d’Ivoire is preparing to take delivery of its first Airbus A330-900neo, marking a significant milestone in the airline’s fleet development and long-haul ambitions. The aircraft, an A330-941 with MSN 2086, is registered as TU-TRGand is currently undergoing pre-delivery preparations at Airbus.

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Cebu Pacific Expands Partnership With Lufthansa Technik for Fleet-Wide C&E Supply

Cebu Pacific, the Philippines’ largest low-cost airline, has significantly expanded its collaboration with Lufthansa Technik through a newly signed agreement focused on the supply of Consumables and Expendables (C&E). This integrated supply program will cover the airline’s entire fleet of 100 aircraft, which includes Airbus A320, A321ceo/neo, and A330neo models.

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Delta Air Lines Prepares for Delivery of New A321neo

Delta Air Lines is preparing to take delivery of another brand-new Airbus A321neo aircraft as part of its ongoing fleet modernization strategy. The incoming aircraft, an A321-271NX variant, carries the manufacturer serial number (MSN) 12666 and is being delivered directly from Airbus.

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Delta Air Lines Takes Delivery of Airbus A321neo

Delta Air Lines has taken delivery of a new Airbus A321neo, continuing its strategic fleet modernization to improve fuel efficiency and passenger experience across its domestic and transcontinental operations. The newly delivered aircraft, bearing manufacturer serial number (MSN) 12099, is part of the A321neo (New Engine Option) series, designated as A321-271NX.

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Etihad Prepares for Delivery of Airbus A350-1000

Etihad Airways is in the final stages of preparation for the delivery of a new Airbus A350-1000, as part of its broader fleet modernization initiative. The incoming aircraft, registered as A6-WBI and bearing manufacturer serial number (MSN) 736, represents a strategic enhancement to Etihad’s long-haul capabilities.

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Japan Airlines Prepares for Delivery of Airbus A350-900

Japan Airlines is finalizing preparations for the upcoming delivery of a new Airbus A350-900, continuing its long-term fleet modernization efforts. The aircraft, bearing the manufacturer serial number (MSN) 731, is part of the airline’s strategy to enhance fuel efficiency and passenger comfort across long-haul international routes.

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Wizz Air Cuts A321XLR Order Amid Abu Dhabi Exit

Wizz Air has significantly reduced its order for Airbus A321XLR aircraft, trimming its original commitment from 47 to just 10–15 units, according to statements made during the carrier’s most recent earnings call. The move, labeled a “conversion” rather than a cancellation, comes as Wizz Air prepares to shut down its Abu Dhabi-based unit in September, marking a major strategic retreat from…

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United To Retire All Boeing 767-300ERs by 2027

United Airlines has confirmed plans to retire all 37 of its Boeing 767-300ER aircraft by December 2027, marking the end of a pivotal chapter in the airline’s transatlantic history. These aircraft, introduced in 1991, have served United for over three decades, becoming essential to its long-haul operations. However, with the average fleet age approaching 28 years, the airline is…