Pratt & Whitney (US) and Delta Air Lines (US) have entered into a long-term agreement to expand the GTF engine overhaul capacity at Delta TechOps’ Atlanta facility. This move reflects growing global demand for GTF maintenance support and aims to transform the facility into one of the largest GTF MRO centers in the world over the next decade.
Croatia Airlines has continued its fleet modernization strategy by retiring another DHC8 turboprop, specifically the unit with serial number 4205, as part of its ongoing transition toward an all-jet fleet centered on the Airbus A220 family. This marks another step in phasing out its legacy De Havilland Canada Dash 8-Q400 aircraft.
Airbus has officially submitted a bid in a tender to supply 84 passenger aircraft to LOT Polish Airlines, proposing both the A220-100 and A220-300 variants as part of the airline’s fleet renewal and expansion program.
Airbus continues to aim for a monthly production rate of 12 A350 aircraft by 2028, reaffirming its long-term production strategy despite supply chain challenges. The company has also revised the entry into service (EIS) timeline for the A350F, which is now expected in 2H 2027 instead of the previously estimated date.
Delta (US) has expanded its fleet with the delivery of an Airbus A220-300, bearing serial number 55337. The aircraft is powered by PW1500G engines and is part of Delta’s ongoing fleet modernization efforts.
JetBlue (US) has outlined its fleet expansion and modernization plans for 2025, expecting to take delivery of 24 new aircraft throughout the year. The airline will receive 20 Airbus A220s and four A321neos, marking a continued transition toward a more efficient and streamlined fleet.
Croatia Airlines has retired its first DHC8 aircraft, identified by serial number 4211, as part of its strategic transition to an all-Airbus A220 fleet. This move represents a significant step in the airline’s modernization efforts, aiming to streamline operations and enhance efficiency.
Croatia Airlines, the national carrier of Croatia, has announced ambitious plans to expand its destination network in 2025. The airline is considering the introduction of up to eight new routes from its hub in Zagreb, with Lisbon as one of the highlighted destinations.
Breeze Airways (US) has announced plans to operate its Embraer E190/E195 fleet until mid-2026, after which the carrier will shift its focus to the A220 aircraft. While the Embraer jets will continue serving regular routes for the next few years, they will eventually be retained exclusively for charter operations before being completely phased out.
Ibom Air, Nigeria’s leading airline, has announced its strategic plan to transition to an all-Airbus A220 fleet as part of its expansion goals within Africa. This shift underscores the carrier’s commitment to modernizing its fleet and improving operational efficiency to meet growing passenger demand across the continent.
