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.
Virgin Australia is grappling with rising maintenance expenses as delays in aircraft deliveries from Boeing force the carrier to keep older aircraft in service longer than anticipated. The airline, which has been undergoing a post-pandemic recovery and modernization plan, has extended some of its existing leases to maintain operational capacity. This decision, however, has increased short-term costs, given…
Air Niugini, the national carrier of Papua New Guinea, has officially unveiled its first Airbus A220-300, marking the beginning of a new era for the airline’s fleet. The aircraft, registered as P2-PGA, carries a commemorative special livery named “People’s Balus”, designed to celebrate the nation’s 50th anniversary of independence.
Qantas has confirmed an order for 20 additional Airbus A321XLR aircraft, further strengthening its narrowbody fleet modernization program. With this new commitment, Qantas now holds a total of 48 A321XLRs on order, making it one of the largest future operators of the long-range narrowbody type.
Korean Air has taken a major step in reshaping its cargo operations by signing an agreement with Boeing for the purchase of eight new 777-8F freighters. The deal underscores the carrier’s strategy to balance both fleet renewal and growth, ensuring that it remains competitive in the global cargo market as demand patterns evolve.
Mexicana de Aviación has strengthened its fleet with the arrival of its third Embraer E195-E2, delivered to Felipe Ángeles International Airport (AIFA), the airline’s central hub.
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.
ITA Airways has officially approved its 2026–2030 Business Plan, laying out a five-year roadmap centered on long-haul growth, fleet modernization, and deeper integration with the Lufthansa Group. The plan, endorsed by the airline’s Board of Directors on July 30, 2025, is built around three core strategic pillars: strengthening its competitive position, expanding its network and fleet, and capitalizing on…
Royal Jordanian has strengthened its single-aisle fleet with the addition of a new Airbus A320neo, bearing serial number 12384, as part of its strategy to modernize operations and enhance fuel efficiency. The aircraft supports the carrier’s regional and short-haul connectivity goals across the Middle East, Europe, and North Africa.
Xiamen Airlines, one of China’s major regional carriers, has received a Boeing 737-8, bearing manufacturer serial number 43840, equipped with LEAP-1B engines. This delivery further strengthens the airline’s strategy of upgrading its narrowbody fleet for enhanced fuel efficiency and improved operating economics.
