Emirates, the Dubai-based flagship carrier of the UAE, has taken delivery of its latest widebody aircraft — an Airbus A350-900, bearing manufacturer serial number 694. This aircraft is powered by Rolls-Royce Trent XWB-84 engines, known for their fuel efficiency and long-haul performance.
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Virgin Atlantic has officially joined the Boeing Landing Gear Exchange Program, a move that reinforces its long-term maintenance strategy for the B787-9 Dreamliner fleet. The agreement will ensure the UK-based carrier has access to 17 fully overhauled and certified landing gear assemblies, with support set to begin in 2026.
Finnair has announced plans to furlough 36 pilots operating its long-haul flights as a result of changes in its wetlease operations for a partner airline. The furloughs are scheduled to commence by the end of September 2025 and are expected to continue at least until May 2026, reflecting a significant operational adjustment for the Finnish carrier.
ANA Holdings, parent company of All Nippon Airways, has reaffirmed its commitment to the Boeing 787 Dreamlineras a cornerstone of its long-term fleet strategy. The group plans to operate 100 B787 aircraft by the end of fiscal 2030, underscoring its confidence in the type’s versatility and efficiency.
IndiGo has expanded its fleet with the recent addition of an Airbus A321neo, bearing serial number 12339, and an ATR 72-600, with serial number 1714. The A321neo is powered by LEAP-1A32 engines, while the ATR 72-600 is equipped with PW127M engines, supporting IndiGo’s growth across domestic and regional markets.
Kenya Airways has announced plans to revamp its fleet over the next five years, with a strategy that includes the addition of 10 new aircraft and the replacement of 13 Embraer E190s.
Boliviana de Aviación (BoA) has undergone a leadership change following the resignation of Ronald Casso as CEO. The Bolivian government has appointed Mario Borda as the new CEO in response to recent operational disruptions affecting the airline’s performance.
