ITA Airways, Italy’s national carrier, has officially inaugurated its new direct connection between Rome Fiumicino and Mauritius, marking its first-ever nonstop service to the Indian Ocean island. The inaugural flight landed at Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport at 11:20 a.m. local time, operated by the airline’s state-of-the-art Airbus A330-900neo.
Qantas has officially unveiled its first Airbus A350-1000ULR, marking a major milestone in the airline’s Project Sunrise initiative, which will connect Australia directly to London and New York with non-stop flights of up to 22 hours — the longest commercial routes in the world. The aircraft was assembled at Airbus’s Toulouse facility, where its fuselage, wings, and landing gear have now been successfully joined, signifying the…
Starlux Airlines is preparing to take delivery of a new Airbus A350-1000, reinforcing its position as one of Asia’s most premium and modern carriers. The aircraft, identified by Manufacturer Serial Number (MSN) 761, is an A350-1041variant and represents the latest step in Starlux’s long-haul fleet expansion program.
Delta Air Lines is preparing to take delivery of a new Airbus A350-900, further expanding its next-generation widebody fleet. The aircraft, identified by Manufacturer Serial Number (MSN) 747, is an A350-941 variant powered by two Rolls-Royce Trent XWB-84 engines. The delivery represents another milestone in Delta’s long-term commitment to modern, fuel-efficient aircraft that strengthen its global network.
IndiGo, India’s largest airline, has finalized a firm order for 30 Airbus A350 aircraft, transforming the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed in June into a confirmed purchase agreement. This new order brings the airline’s total A350 commitments to 60 aircraft, cementing its long-term strategy to expand into long-haul international operations and establish itself as a major global player.
Etihad Airways is preparing to expand its next-generation widebody fleet with the delivery of a new Airbus A350-1000, further strengthening its long-haul capabilities and reinforcing Abu Dhabi as a global aviation hub. The aircraft, carrying manufacturer serial number 743, is powered by two Rolls-Royce Trent XWB-97 engines, among the most powerful and efficient turbofans currently in commercial service. These…
Emirates is set to take delivery of a brand-new Airbus A350-900, marking another significant step in the airline’s ongoing fleet modernization program. The aircraft, carrying the manufacturer serial number 732, is configured as an A350-941 variant and powered by two Rolls-Royce Trent XWB-84 engines, renowned for their fuel efficiency and advanced performance characteristics.
Malaysia Airlines is preparing to take delivery of a new Airbus A330-941, further advancing its widebody fleet renewal program. The aircraft, carrying manufacturer serial number (MSN) 2102 and registered as 9M-MNM, will be configured in a two-class layout with 28 business class seats and 269 economy class seats, offering a total of 297 seats.
Crestone has announced a new partnership with Temco Ltd aimed at strengthening aftermarket support for the RB211-535E4 engine, a powerplant central to the global fleet of Boeing 757 aircraft. This collaboration underscores the companies’ shared commitment to extending the service life of legacy engines that continue to play a vital role in aviation operations worldwide.
Delta Air Lines is preparing to expand its widebody fleet with the delivery of a new Airbus A330-900neo, bearing MSN 2014. The aircraft, sourced directly from Airbus, is part of Delta’s broader strategy to modernize its long-haul operations with more fuel-efficient and passenger-friendly aircraft.
