SkyWest Airlines, one of the largest regional carriers in the United States, is in advanced negotiations with Embraer to place a firm order for over 50 E175 regional jets. The potential deal, expected to be publicly announced at the upcoming Paris Airshow, would mark one of the year’s largest commitments for the E175 platform.
Comac continues progressing its widebody ambitions with the signing of Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs) with Safran (France) and Crane Aerospace & Electronics (United States) for systems integration on its in-development C929 aircraft. These agreements were announced during the Paris Airshow and indicate Comac’s intention to secure critical subsystems and engineering expertise from internationally established suppliers as it moves forward with the C929…
Comac has unveiled plans to significantly expand its C919 program with two new versions of the aircraft while revising the entry-into-service timeline for its long-range widebody project, the C929. At the Paris Airshow, the Chinese aircraft manufacturer disclosed its intention to introduce a shortened 160-seat variant of the C919 specifically designed for “hot and high” operational…
Airbus is reportedly close to finalizing a major aircraft deal with LOT Polish Airlines for the acquisition of approximately 40 A220 aircraft, with options for an additional 44 jets, significantly boosting the airline’s modernization and expansion strategy. The agreement, expected to be one of LOT’s most substantial fleet investments in recent years, would mark a key shift in the carrier’s…
Royal Air Maroc, the national airline of Morocco, is reportedly in advanced negotiations to place a major aircraft order with Boeing, covering up to 50 Boeing 737 MAX jets and 24 Boeing 787 Dreamliners, as part of its fleet renewal strategy. Simultaneously, Airbus is preparing to secure a smaller order for 20 A220 aircraft, aiming to expand its presence in the North African market.
Riyadh Air, the new Saudi Arabian carrier backed by the Public Investment Fund, is expected to announce a firm order for 25 Airbus A350-1000 aircraft during the upcoming Paris Airshow. The move marks a significant step in the airline’s high-profile fleet acquisition strategy ahead of its planned launch.
AirAsia is reportedly in advanced negotiations to place a significant aircraft order for at least 100 Airbus jets at the upcoming Paris Airshow, marking a major step in the low-cost carrier’s fleet modernization and growth plans. The potential deal is expected to include Airbus A220 aircraft, while the airline is also evaluating Embraer’s E2 series as a competitive option.
