Air France has announced a major expansion of its global operations for the Winter 2025–26 season, running from November 2025 through March 2026, marking another milestone in the airline’s ambitious global growth strategy. The French flag carrier will operate nearly 800 daily flights, reaching close to 170 destinations across 73 countries, while advancing its premium-service initiatives and digital transformation across…
AerCap Holdings N.V., the global leader in aviation leasing, has reported a robust set of activities for the third quarter of 2025, completing a total of 146 transactions across aircraft, engines, and helicopters. The update highlights AerCap’s strong position in the aviation leasing market and its ability to manage an extensive global fleet portfolio.
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…
Emirates has officially inaugurated its daily service between Dubai and Hangzhou, marking the airline’s fifth destination in mainland China and continuing a strategic expansion across East Asia. The new route, launched just weeks after the addition of Shenzhen, increases Emirates’ Chinese mainland services to 49 weekly flights, reinforcing its commitment to one of the world’s most dynamic aviation markets.
Air New Zealand has detailed its upcoming fleet expansion and leasing activities, with the next delivery milestone being an Airbus A320neo expected to arrive in late June 2025. Following this, the airline anticipates the addition of an ATR72 in July, and two Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners powered by GE engines scheduled for March and April 2026, respectively.
Air China has announced the resumption of its nonstop flight between Beijing Capital International Airport and Vancouver International Airport, starting November 18, 2024. This direct service will be operated by a Boeing 777-300ER, replacing the current route that includes a stopover in Shenyang, offering a more convenient option for travelers.
