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Emirates Group Achieves Record Half-Year Profit Of AED 12.2 Billion

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Emirates Group has reported a new record-breaking half-year financial performance for the first half of the 2025–26 fiscal year, reaffirming its position as the world’s most profitable airline group. The Group posted a profit before tax of AED 12.2 billion (US$3.3 billion), representing a 17% year-on-year increase and the fourth consecutive half-year record. Group revenue climbed 4% to AED 75.4 billion (US$20.6 billion), reflecting…

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Airbus Expands Global Production Network and Targets Record A320neo Output

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Airbus is executing one of the most ambitious industrial expansions in modern aviation history, responding to surging demand from airlines and leasing companies by ramping up production across all commercial aircraft programs. Central to this strategy is the A321neo, now the dominant member of the A320 Family, which continues to drive Airbus’ record-breaking order backlog and output targets.

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IndiGo Finalizes Firm Order for 30 Additional Airbus A350s

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IndiGo, India’s largest airline, has finalized a firm order for 30 Airbus A350 aircraft, transforming the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed in June into a confirmed purchase agreement. This new order brings the airline’s total A350 commitments to 60 aircraft, cementing its long-term strategy to expand into long-haul international operations and establish itself as a major global player.

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Edelweiss Air Retires First Airbus A340 As A350 Fleet Expansion Continues

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Edelweiss Air AG has officially retired its first Airbus A340-313, marking a milestone in the airline’s long-haul fleet renewal strategy. The aircraft, registered HB-JMG (MSN 562), was originally delivered new to SWISS in 2003 before being transferred to Edelweiss under the same registration.

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Airbus To Launch A350neo In 2026 With New Engines And Efficiency Gains

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Airbus is reportedly preparing to unveil its newest widebody program, the A350neo, with an official launch expected in 2026, according to exclusive industry sources. The upcoming aircraft will represent a significant upgrade of the existing A350-900 and A350-1000 families, incorporating cutting-edge technologies to enhance operational performance and sustainability.

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Etihad Airways To Receive Airbus A350-1000 MSN 743

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Etihad Airways is preparing to expand its next-generation widebody fleet with the delivery of a new Airbus A350-1000, further strengthening its long-haul capabilities and reinforcing Abu Dhabi as a global aviation hub. The aircraft, carrying manufacturer serial number 743, is powered by two Rolls-Royce Trent XWB-97 engines, among the most powerful and efficient turbofans currently in commercial service. These…

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Emirates Prepares To Receive Airbus A350-900 MSN 732

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Emirates is set to take delivery of a brand-new Airbus A350-900, marking another significant step in the airline’s ongoing fleet modernization program. The aircraft, carrying the manufacturer serial number 732, is configured as an A350-941 variant and powered by two Rolls-Royce Trent XWB-84 engines, renowned for their fuel efficiency and advanced performance characteristics.

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Emirates To Deploy Airbus A350 On Hangzhou Route

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Emirates has announced that it will deploy its Airbus A350 on the daily Dubai–Hangzhou service beginning October 26, 2025, only three months after launching flights to the Chinese city. The move underscores the airline’s commitment to strengthening its footprint in mainland China while delivering an elevated travel experience with its latest fleet addition.

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Amedeo Sells Two Airbus A380s To Emirates

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Amedeo, the Dublin-based aircraft leasing specialist, has finalized the sale of two Airbus A380-861 aircraft to Emirates, marking an important milestone in fleet management and aviation leasing. The deal represents the first phase of a planned four-aircraft transaction, reflecting a broader strategic collaboration between lessor and airline.

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China Southern to Auction Boeing 787-8 Dreamliners

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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…