Air India has temporarily withdrawn one of its Boeing 787-8 Dreamliners from service following an unusual in-flight incident in the United Kingdom. The aircraft, operating flight AI117 from Amritsar to Birmingham on October 4, experienced the deployment of its Ram Air Turbine (RAT) during final approach to Birmingham Airport.
China Southern Airlines has officially launched an online auction for several of its Boeing 787-8 Dreamliners, marking a strategic move to phase out older, less efficient widebody aircraft from its fleet. The auction, which will remain open until September 25, 2025, is hosted on the Shanghai United Assets and Equity Exchange and includes aircraft delivered between 2013 and 2014, each powered…
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…
Avianca, Colombia’s flagship carrier, has added a new Boeing 787-8 to its fleet. The aircraft, identified by serial number 34795, is powered by Rolls-Royce Trent 1000 engines, known for their fuel efficiency and reliability. This addition strengthens Avianca’s long-haul service capabilities, supporting its international route network and enhancing the passenger experience with the Boeing 787’s…
American Airlines is set to enhance its transatlantic offerings in 2025 with the addition of new routes and adjustments to its existing European network. Beginning May 6, 2025, American will launch direct flights from Chicago O’Hare International Airport to Naples, Italy, using a Boeing 787-8. A month later, on June 5, 2025, the airline will…
