Cebu Pacific, the largest low-cost carrier in the Philippines, is considering additional narrowbody aircraft acquisitions before 2029, citing sustained passenger demand across its domestic and regional markets. This review comes on the heels of its record order for 152 Airbus A321neo aircraft, which reaffirmed its commitment to fleet standardization and capacity growth.
Mexicana, Mexico’s revived flag carrier, has reportedly cost taxpayers more than $1.72 billion during its first year of operations, as disclosed by a government agency. This figure includes expenses related to the purchase of 20 Embraer E2 aircraft, part of the airline’s fleet modernization strategy.
The Secretaría de la Defensa Nacional (Sedena), the governmental department overseeing Mexicana, has increased its budget request to US$1.0 billion to finance the purchase of 20 Embraer E2 aircraft currently on order. This significant investment highlights Sedena’s ambition to modernize Mexicana’s fleet and enhance its operational capacity.
Royal Jordanian has announced it will begin taking delivery of its new A320neo fleet starting January 2025. The airline has committed to introducing 16 A320neo aircraft to its operations, with these additions set to gradually replace 13 older A320 models as part of a modernization strategy. This transition supports Royal Jordanian’s goals for operational efficiency and sustainability by incorporating fuel-efficient A320neo jets into…
