Garuda Indonesia is preparing to significantly expand its Boeing aircraft order portfolio to 79 jets, as part of broader import tariff negotiations with the United States. The potential deal marks a major development in the airline’s long-term fleet renewal strategy, with talks said to be in the early stages but “very likely” to result in purchases of both B737…
Freedom Airline, a Kenyan regional carrier, has expanded its operational capacity by adding one more EMB120 Brasiliaturboprop to its fleet. The newly inducted aircraft bears the serial number 120190, and it becomes the fourth active EMB120 in the airline’s inventory, signifying steady and deliberate growth in East Africa’s regional air transport segment.
Delta Air Lines has adopted an unorthodox strategy to address engine shortages by cannibalizing newly built A321neo aircraft in Europe—removing their Pratt & Whitney (P&W) engines and shipping them to the United States to restore its grounded domestic fleet. This drastic step highlights the severity of ongoing supply chain disruptions impacting airlines that rely on PW1100G-JM engines.
Austrian Airlines has revised its widebody fleet strategy, announcing plans to operate a total of 12 Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners, up from the originally planned 10 aircraft. This strategic expansion is aimed at reinforcing the airline’s long-haul capabilities amid increased intercontinental travel demand and modernization goals.
StandardAero, a major independent MRO provider based in the United States, has reported strong demand for serviceable RB211-535 engines, along with related modules and spare parts. The surge in interest is largely due to the tight supply of high-quality, high-cycle remaining assets, particularly for use in legacy widebody aircraft still in active or converted freighter service.
QantasLink, the regional subsidiary of Qantas Airways, has expanded its domestic fleet with the delivery of an Embraer E190 regional jet. The aircraft, bearing serial number 19000038, is operated by Alliance Airlines under an existing capacity agreement and is powered by CF34-10E5 engines manufactured by GE Aerospace.
KLM Royal Dutch Airlines is experiencing significant delays in the delivery of its Airbus A350 aircraft, with revised schedules now reflecting a 6 to 12 month setback. The delays are attributed to persistent supply chain disruptionsimpacting aircraft production, a challenge affecting multiple operators globally.
Jet Midwest, a U.S.-based aviation asset trading and leasing firm, is offering four Boeing 767-300ER aircraft for sale. The aircraft listed include serial numbers 24339, 25443, 24343, and 24342, and can be purchased individually or as a complete package. The offering also includes the option to acquire a spare engine, enhancing the attractiveness for operators or traders seeking bundled value.
GE Aerospace has announced the finalization of an agreement with SkyWest Airlines, under which the U.S.-based regional carrier will acquire CF34-8E engines along with associated spares to support its incoming fleet of 60 Embraer E175 jets. The order represents a continued rebound in the regional jet market and affirms SkyWest’s fleet modernization efforts.
Etihad Airways, the flag carrier of the United Arab Emirates, has expanded its widebody fleet with the delivery of a Boeing 787-9, serial number 42368, equipped with GEnx-1B74/75 engines manufactured by GE Aerospace. This latest addition aligns with the airline’s ongoing fleet renewal strategy focused on fuel efficiency and sustainability.
