Gulf Air has taken a major step in its long-term growth strategy by finalizing a firm order for 15 Boeing 787 Dreamliners, reinforcing its position in the widebody market and strengthening future long-haul operations. The agreement was signed by CEO Martin Gauss and Brad McMullen, Boeing’s Senior Vice President of Commercial Sales, confirming a preliminary understanding reached during the official…
Avolon, one of the world’s leading aircraft leasing companies, has announced the completion of a sale and leaseback agreement for a new Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner with TAAG Angola Airlines, the national flag carrier of Angola. This transaction represents Avolon’s first aircraft placed with TAAG, underscoring the lessor’s expanding footprint in the African market. The aircraft was officially delivered at the…
Turkish Airlines has finalized a historic order with Boeing for up to 75 787 Dreamliners, marking the flag carrier’s largest-ever widebody purchase. The agreement includes 35 787-9s, 15 787-10s, and options for 25 more 787s, securing a major step in the airline’s growth and fleet modernization strategy. This new order supports over 123,000 U.S. jobs tied to Boeing’s production and supply chain.
Uzbekistan Airways has finalized its largest aircraft order to date, committing to acquire up to 22 Boeing 787 Dreamliners as part of a landmark fleet expansion initiative. The announcement, made in New York alongside President Shavkat Mirziyoyev, underscores Uzbekistan’s ambition to strengthen its role as a key aviation hub in Central Asia.
Royal Jordanian has announced plans to expand its transatlantic network with a new nonstop service between Amman (AMM) and Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW), set to begin in May 2026. The route will be operated year-round with four weekly flights using the Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner, further strengthening the airline’s long-haul capabilities and strategic ties to the United States.
Hawaiian Airlines, now operating under Alaska Air Group, has revised its fleet plan with a significant adjustment: the conversion of five Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner orders into the larger-capacity 787-10 variant. The decision underscores the group’s evolving approach to fleet optimization and capacity planning across its long-haul network.
Qantas has confirmed that it will extend its popular Perth–Rome nonstop service through to October 23, 2026, ensuring continued direct connectivity between Australia and continental Europe. The route, first introduced to meet rising demand for faster European travel options, has proven a strong success among passengers, particularly from Australia’s east coast, who benefit from seamless one-stop links to Italy.
Qantas, Australia’s national carrier, has announced a major long-haul fleet modernization plan that will see the gradual retirement of its Airbus A380 aircraft and the phased introduction of the Airbus A350-1000. The shift is part of the airline’s broader strategy to improve fuel efficiency, expand ultra-long-haul capabilities, and modernize its intercontinental service offerings.
Riyadh Air is preparing to welcome its first Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner (registration HZ-RXX), marking a significant step towards the airline’s operational readiness. The leased aircraft, painted in the carrier’s striking pearl livery, will be officially unveiled at King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
United Airlines has confirmed plans to retire all 37 of its Boeing 767-300ER aircraft by December 2027, marking the end of a pivotal chapter in the airline’s transatlantic history. These aircraft, introduced in 1991, have served United for over three decades, becoming essential to its long-haul operations. However, with the average fleet age approaching 28 years, the airline is…
