Delta Air Lines is drawing a firm line in the sand regarding tariffs imposed on aircraft manufactured by Airbus, refusing to absorb the added costs associated with trade measures targeting European aerospace imports. The move marks a potential flashpoint in global aviation, as airlines across continents face increasing pressure from geopolitical economic policy shifts.
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.
Thai Airways International has signed a Letter of Intent (LOI) with Airbus to retrofit its fleet of A350 aircraft, beginning in 2028, with state-of-the-art cabin upgrades. The agreement marks a key milestone in Thai Airways’ ongoing fleet modernization and passenger experience enhancement strategy.
I Fly Airlines (Russia) has reported a significant threefold increase in revenue for the first quarter of 2025, reaching over US$23 million, largely driven by the ongoing wet lease of three A330 aircraft to fellow Russian carrier Aeroflot. This leasing arrangement has provided a stable revenue stream for I Fly and underscores the growing interdependence between carriers in the Russian market as…
HAECO (Hong Kong) has successfully completed the first C-check for a Japan Airlines A350 at its state-of-the-art maintenance facility in Xiamen, China. This marks a significant milestone in the collaboration between the two companies and highlights HAECO’s continued expansion of its Airbus A350 heavy maintenance capabilities.
HAECO, the Hong Kong-based global aircraft engineering and maintenance provider, and Satair, a Denmark-headquartered subsidiary of Airbus specializing in aviation aftermarket solutions, have announced the signing of a new strategic supply agreement. This partnership aims to strengthen the long-term component support and material availability for both companies’ global customer bases.
CTS Engines, a U.S.-based engine maintenance provider specializing in mature engine platforms, has been selected by GE Aerospace as an official offload partner for MRO support of the CF6-80E1 engine, which powers the Airbus A330. The partnership strengthens GE’s global maintenance network and reinforces CTS’s position as a trusted provider for widebody engine services.
AJW Group, a UK-based global aviation parts, repair, and supply chain solutions provider, has announced the successful award of a long-term power-by-the-hour (PBH) support contract with Air Transat of Canada. The agreement covers the carrier’s A321ceo aircraft and its expanding fleet of Airbus A320neo family aircraft, ensuring parts availability and repair solutions under a fixed-cost framework.
VAS Aero Services, a U.S.-based specialist in aftermarket aviation services, has been selected by Airbus to manage the teardown and redistribution of used serviceable material (USM) from three Airbus A380 aircraft, bearing serial numbers 061, 066, and 084. These aircraft are being formally retired from service and will undergo disassembly in collaboration with Tarmac Aerosave in France.
Philippine Airlines (PAL) has unveiled its near- and long-term fleet expansion plans, with the introduction of two additional aircraft in 2025, increasing its total fleet from 79 to 81 aircraft. This incremental growth is a prelude to a much larger fleet enhancement initiative that includes nine Airbus A350-1000s and thirteen A321neo aircraft in the coming years.
