United Airlines Set to Receive Boeing 787-9 MSN 68657 N61111
United Airlines is poised to strengthen its long-haul operations with the impending delivery of a new Boeing 787-9, MSN 68657, registered as N61111.
AerCap has completed delivery of the first brand new Boeing 787-9 powered by GE Aviation GEnx-1B engines to Thai Airways International, signaling an important development for both the leasing and airline sectors.
Airbus is executing one of the most ambitious industrial expansions in modern aviation history, responding to surging demand from airlines and leasing companies by ramping up production across all commercial aircraft programs. Central to this strategy is the A321neo, now the dominant member of the A320 Family, which continues to drive Airbus’ record-breaking order backlog and output targets.
CMA CGM Air Cargo, the cargo airline division of French shipping giant CMA CGM Group, has expanded its dedicated air fleet with the delivery of a Boeing B777F freighter, carrying serial number 68187. The aircraft is powered by GE90-110B1/115B engines, among the most powerful and reliable engines for long-haul freighter operations.
American Eagle, the regional brand under American Airlines, has expanded its fleet with the delivery of an Embraer E170, bearing serial number 17000105. The aircraft is equipped with CF34-8E5 engines manufactured by GE Aviation, a widely used engine type for regional jets known for its reliability and efficiency.
Qatar Airways has received a Boeing 787-8 aircraft under a wet lease arrangement from Oman Air, further enhancing its widebody fleet for medium to long-haul operations. The aircraft is identified by serial number 42379 and is powered by GEnx-1B engines, developed by GE Aviation for optimal fuel efficiency and range performance.
Jet2, a major UK-based leisure airline, has taken delivery of an Airbus A330-200 aircraft under a wet lease agreementfrom Hi Fly Malta. The aircraft, carrying serial number 700, is powered by CF6-80E1A4 engines developed by GE Aviation.
American Eagle, the regional brand under which several independent carriers operate on behalf of American Airlines, has taken delivery of a new Embraer E170 aircraft, identified by serial number 17000104. This aircraft is powered by CF34-8E5 engines, a reliable engine series developed by GE Aviation, specifically designed for regional jets in the 70-90 seat category.
Kenya Airways has projected a decline in its 2025 financial year revenues, attributing the shortfall to the prolonged grounding of two Boeing 787-8 aircraft. The airline cites ongoing engine maintenance delays as the root cause, which has significantly impacted its available seat capacity and network performance.
Titan Airways, a UK-based charter and ACMI operator, has added an Embraer E190 to its fleet. The aircraft, bearing serial number 19000543, is powered by General Electric CF34-10E5 engines, marking a notable expansion into regional jet operations for the traditionally narrowbody and widebody-focused carrier.