EgyptAir is set to expand its long-haul fleet with the addition of three Airbus A350-900 aircraft through a sale-and-leaseback agreement with BOC Aviation, marking a significant step in the airline’s widebody modernization strategy. The aircraft, which will be powered by Rolls-Royce Trent XWB engines, are scheduled to begin delivery in 2025 under long-term operating and finance leases.
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.
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…
Turkish Airlines has finalized a historic order with Boeing for up to 75 787 Dreamliners, marking the flag carrier’s largest-ever widebody purchase. The agreement includes 35 787-9s, 15 787-10s, and options for 25 more 787s, securing a major step in the airline’s growth and fleet modernization strategy. This new order supports over 123,000 U.S. jobs tied to Boeing’s production and supply chain.
Silk Way West Airlines has extended its strategic services agreement with GE Aerospace, a move that underscores the carrier’s ambitions for growth and modernization in the global air cargo market. The comprehensive agreement covers maintenance for five Boeing 747-8F powered by GEnx-2B engines, six Boeing 777F with GE90-115B engines, and up to four upcoming Boeing 777-8F with GE9X engines. This collaboration secures long-term technical support while providing predictable cost…
Rolls-Royce has announced that its £1 billion investment in durability improvements across its Trent engine family is delivering significant benefits to airline customers. The program, part of Rolls-Royce’s wider business transformation, has resulted in a dramatic rise in time-on-wing performance across the Trent 1000, Trent 7000, and Trent XWB variants, with forecasted improvements rising from 40% to 80%.
EgyptAir, the national flag carrier of Egypt, has confirmed a firm order for an additional six Airbus A350-900 aircraft as part of its ongoing long-haul fleet modernization and expansion strategy. This new commitment brings EgyptAir’s total order for the A350-900 to 16 aircraft, positioning the airline for improved operational efficiency and enhanced passenger experience on international routes.
EgyptAir, the flag carrier of Egypt, has signed a new purchase agreement with Airbus to acquire ten A350-900 aircraft, marking a significant step in the airline’s long-haul fleet modernization strategy. This order will expand EgyptAir’s current fleet of around 70 aircraft and represents a decisive move toward enhancing its widebody capabilities.
