Delta Air Lines has taken delivery of a new Airbus A330-900, bearing manufacturer serial number 2094, as part of its ongoing long-haul fleet modernization. The aircraft is powered by Rolls-Royce Trent 7000-72 engines, further aligning with the airline’s strategy to operate fuel-efficient, next-generation widebody aircraft.
Qatar Airways has added to its widebody fleet with the delivery of an Airbus A330-300, identified by serial number 1572. The aircraft is powered by Rolls-Royce Trent 772B-60 engines, continuing the airline’s preference for reliable long-range platforms as it enhances capacity across its global network.
Emirates, the Dubai-based flag carrier of the United Arab Emirates, has taken delivery of an Airbus A350-900, identified by manufacturer serial number (MSN) 713. The aircraft is powered by Rolls-Royce Trent XWB-84 engines, which are among the most efficient large civil aero engines in service today, designed to deliver lower fuel burn and reduced emissions.
El Al Israel Airlines, the national airline of Israel, has taken delivery of a Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, identified by manufacturer serial number (MSN) 34319, as part of its ongoing fleet renewal and modernization program. The aircraft is powered by Rolls-Royce Trent 1000 engines, known for their fuel efficiency, reduced emissions, and operational performance on long-haul flights.
Qatar Airways has strengthened its long-haul fleet with the addition of two new Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners, registered as A7-BHU and A7-BHV, both powered by General Electric GEnx-1B74/75 engines. The expansion aligns with the airline’s continued fleet modernization efforts and strategic growth into high-demand international markets.
Air Astana Group, the national airline of Kazakhstan, has confirmed that the delivery of its first Boeing 787-9 has been pushed to the second half of 2026, marking a delay from the previously expected timeline. The move comes amid broader adjustments to fleet schedules as the carrier aligns its long-haul strategy with updated operational forecasts and capacity planning.
American Airlines has expanded its long-haul fleet with the recent delivery of a Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, bearing serial number 66010. The aircraft is equipped with GEnx-1B74/75 engines, manufactured by GE Aerospace, continuing the airline’s strategy of operating fuel-efficient and environmentally optimized aircraft for international routes.
EgyptAir has expanded its long-haul capabilities with the delivery of one Airbus A330-200, manufacturer serial number (MSN) 874, through a lease agreement. The aircraft is powered by Pratt & Whitney PW4168A engines, offering proven performance for medium- and long-haul operations.
Air New Zealand has taken redelivery of its first retrofitted Boeing B787-9, identified by serial number 37964, after a six-month cabin upgrade program carried out in Singapore. This marks the airline’s first completed retrofit under its multi-year widebody refurbishment strategy.
Virgin Atlantic has officially joined the Boeing Landing Gear Exchange Program, a move that reinforces its long-term maintenance strategy for the B787-9 Dreamliner fleet. The agreement will ensure the UK-based carrier has access to 17 fully overhauled and certified landing gear assemblies, with support set to begin in 2026.
