Ethiopian Airlines has signed a firm purchase agreement for two DHC6-300-G aircraft with De Havilland Aircraft of Canada, adding to its robust and diverse regional fleet. The transaction was revealed during the airshow and signals continued demand for short takeoff and landing (STOL) aircraft in Africa’s remote and rugged operating environments.
De Havilland Aircraft of Canada has announced the sale of a refurbished DHC8-400 turboprop aircraft to an undisclosed regional operator based in South America. The deal, unveiled at the airshow, highlights the continuing relevance of pre-owned turboprop aircraft in underserved and developing aviation markets, where cost-effective, high-performance aircraft are in demand.
BETA Technologies, a U.S.-based developer of electric vertical and conventional takeoff and landing aircraft (eVTOL/CTOL), has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Republic Airways, one of the largest regional airline operators in the United States. The agreement aims to evaluate the operational potential of BETA’s fully electric ALIA aircraft for future regional passenger and cargo services.
ANA Holdings has finalized an order with Airbus for a total of 27 aircraft, comprising 24 A321neo and 3 A321XLRjets. The fleet expansion will serve both of the group’s carriers: All Nippon Airways and its low-cost arm, Peach Aviation. The move was disclosed during the airshow and forms part of the group’s strategy to modernize and expand its narrowbody operations.
ANA Holdings, the parent company of All Nippon Airways, has confirmed a firm order for 15 Embraer E190-E2 regional jets, with options for an additional 5 aircraft, marking a significant move in its long-term fleet strategy. Deliveries will begin in fiscal year 2028 and continue through 2032. The deal was announced at the airshow, though the specific group subsidiary slated to…
ATR and Pratt & Whitney Canada have unveiled a new partnership aimed at advancing propulsion technologies for future generations of regional turboprop aircraft. Announced during the airshow, the collaboration is expected to focus on developing more efficient, sustainable, and cost-effective propulsion systems, aligning with industry goals for reduced emissions and improved performance in short- to medium-haul aviation.
