Malaysia Airlines is preparing to take delivery of a new Airbus A330-941, further advancing its widebody fleet renewal program. The aircraft, carrying manufacturer serial number (MSN) 2102 and registered as 9M-MNM, will be configured in a two-class layout with 28 business class seats and 269 economy class seats, offering a total of 297 seats.
Air Côte d’Ivoire, the national airline of the Republic of Côte d’Ivoire, has taken delivery of its first Airbus A330-900, MSN 2086, registration TU-TRG, the first widebody aircraft to join its fleet. The delivery marks a major milestone in the airline’s growth strategy as it prepares to expand beyond Africa into Europe, the Middle East, and…
Delta Air Lines is preparing to expand its widebody fleet with the delivery of a new Airbus A330-900neo, bearing MSN 2014. The aircraft, sourced directly from Airbus, is part of Delta’s broader strategy to modernize its long-haul operations with more fuel-efficient and passenger-friendly aircraft.
Malaysia Aviation Group (MAG), the parent company of Malaysia Airlines, reported a 39% year-on-year increase in net income after tax (NIAT) for the first half of 2025. The improvement was attributed to favorable fuel prices, the stronger ringgit, and operational efficiency gains achieved through ongoing fleet renewal.
Air Côte d’Ivoire has officially revealed its first Airbus A330-900neo, which will be used to launch direct long-haul flights between Abidjan and Paris, a significant first for the airline and for the country’s aviation sector. The aircraft was unveiled on August 6, 2025, just ahead of Côte d’Ivoire’s 65th independence anniversary, symbolizing a new era in Ivorian civil aviation.
Avolon, a leading global aviation finance company, has confirmed that its landmark order for 75 Airbus A321neo and 15 Airbus A330neo aircraft is now unconditional. The finalization follows shareholder approval from Bohai Leasing Co., Ltd., which holds a 70% stake in Avolon.
Air Côte d’Ivoire is preparing to take delivery of its first Airbus A330-900neo, marking a significant milestone in the airline’s fleet development and long-haul ambitions. The aircraft, an A330-941 with MSN 2086, is registered as TU-TRGand is currently undergoing pre-delivery preparations at Airbus.
Cebu Pacific, the Philippines’ largest low-cost airline, has significantly expanded its collaboration with Lufthansa Technik through a newly signed agreement focused on the supply of Consumables and Expendables (C&E). This integrated supply program will cover the airline’s entire fleet of 100 aircraft, which includes Airbus A320, A321ceo/neo, and A330neo models.
A Virgin Atlantic flight bound for Seattle made an unscheduled diversion after its Airbus A330-900 (A330neo)experienced airspeed irregularities at cruising altitude. Operating as flight VS105, the aircraft had departed London Heathrow and was at 35,000 feet over Scotland when the flight crew observed concerning fluctuations in indicated airspeed ranging between 450 and 550 mph.
Avolon, one of the world’s leading aircraft leasing companies, has posted a strong performance for the second quarter of 2025, reporting a net income of $143 million, representing a 36% year-over-year increase. The lessor also reported lease revenue of $678 million, up 3% from the same quarter last year, and operating cash flow of $464 million, up 4%.
