Gulf Air, the national carrier of Bahrain, has finalized an agreement with Boeing for the purchase of 12 B787 aircraft, with options for six additional units. This significant order represents a continued commitment by Gulf Air to expand and modernize its widebody fleet in support of long-haul growth strategies.
Condor has expanded its widebody order book with a new purchase of four Airbus A330-900 aircraft, bringing its total commitment to the A330neo program to 25 aircraft by the year 2031. The airline, which currently operates 18 A330neos, expects to receive three additional units by the end of 2027, followed by the newly ordered four over the subsequent years.
Aegean Airlines has confirmed it will take delivery of two Airbus A321XLR aircraft, with arrivals scheduled for December 2025 and January 2026, respectively. This marks a significant step forward in the airline’s long-haul narrowbody strategy, expanding its operational range and allowing for potential new route opportunities to destinations not previously served nonstop from Greece.
Wizz Air, the Hungary-based ultra-low-cost carrier, is currently engaged in discussions with Airbus to modify its existing order for 47 A321XLR aircraft, considering a partial conversion to the A321neo variant. The update was disclosed by CEO József Váradi, reflecting the airline’s evolving operational requirements and strategic focus.
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…
Royal Air Maroc (RAM) is engaging in negotiations with several major aircraft manufacturers for a potential order of up to 200 aircraft. The Moroccan flag carrier’s ambitious expansion plan includes new narrowbody and regional jets, such as Airbus A220s, Embraer E2s, and Boeing aircraft, to support its long-term fleet development strategy.
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.
Air Lease Corporation (ALC), a major U.S.-based aircraft leasing company, has canceled its outstanding order for seven Airbus A350F freighters, significantly altering the leasing landscape for Airbus’s next-generation cargo aircraft. The cancellation leaves AviLease, a Saudi Arabia-based leasing firm, as the sole lessor on Airbus’s A350F order book.
Thai Airways International is reportedly evaluating a major fleet expansion plan that could include the purchase of up to 80 Boeing aircraft, contingent upon the finalization of a tariff agreement between Thailand and the United States. This potential deal signals a significant pivot in Thai Airways’ long-term strategy, as it seeks to modernize its fleet and boost operational…
Malaysia Aviation Group (MAG), the parent company of Malaysia Airlines, has officially exercised its purchase rights for 20 Airbus A330-900 aircraft. These widebody jets are slated for delivery between 2029 and 2031, as part of the group’s long-term fleet renewal strategy.
