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flyadeal CEO Criticizes Airbus Over Narrowbody Jet Delays

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flyadeal (Saudi Arabia) CEO Steven Greenway has strongly criticized Airbus for persistent delays in the delivery of narrowbody jets, warning that these disruptions could also impact the airline’s plans for newly ordered A330neos. This public rebuke underscores the growing frustration among airlines that rely on timely aircraft deliveries to execute their fleet renewal and expansion strategies.

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Delta Adds A330-900 Serial 2094 With Trent 7000-72 Engines

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Delta Air Lines has taken delivery of a new Airbus A330-900, bearing manufacturer serial number 2094, as part of its ongoing long-haul fleet modernization. The aircraft is powered by Rolls-Royce Trent 7000-72 engines, further aligning with the airline’s strategy to operate fuel-efficient, next-generation widebody aircraft.

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Aircalin To Wet Lease A330-200 From Hi Fly For Summer Ops

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Aircalin, the flag carrier of New Caledonia, has announced plans to wet lease one Airbus A330-200 from Hi Fly, the Portuguese ACMI specialist, during the summer of 2025. The temporary lease is intended to cover operations out of Noumea while both of Aircalin’s A330-900neos are scheduled for maintenance.

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Saudia Group Orders Up To 20 A330neos For Fleet Expansion

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Saudia Group has signed a significant aircraft acquisition deal with Airbus, committing to the addition of up to 20 A330neo widebody aircraft to support the group’s long-term fleet expansion plans. Of these, 10 are firm orders allocated to flyadeal, the group’s low-cost subsidiary. Deliveries are scheduled to begin in 2027 and conclude by 2029.

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Airbus Delivers 136 Jets in 1Q 2025, With 71 in March Alone

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Airbus delivered a total of 136 commercial aircraft during the first quarter of 2025, with a particularly robust performance in March, when it handed over 71 jets. This delivery figure highlights Airbus’ continued operational strength and its ability to maintain high production rates amid global supply chain challenges.

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Jackson Square Aviation Supports Cebu Pacific with Sale-Leaseback

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Jackson Square Aviation (JSA), a leading US-based aircraft lessor, has announced the completion of a sale and leaseback agreement with Cebu Pacific Air, the Philippines’ largest low-cost carrier. The deal includes one A330neo and seven A321 aircraft, finalized in December 2024. Additionally, a second A330neo is scheduled for delivery in the first half of 2025.

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flyadeal Nears Order for 10 A330-900 Jets

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flyadeal, the low-cost carrier of Saudi Arabia, is reportedly close to finalizing a deal to order 10 Airbus A330-900 jets. The agreement is expected to be signed in the coming weeks, with deliveries slated to commence in 2027. This strategic move marks a significant milestone in flyadeal’s fleet expansion plans, as it aims to enhance its capacity for…