IndiGo Inks Its First Widebody Order With Airbus

Indian low-cost carrier IndiGo places an order for 30 A350-900s, aiming to launch long-haul operations out of India in the coming years.

China’s Xiamen Airlines Will Return to JFK

Xiamen Airlines is set to return to New York in late May with the resumption of flights to Fuzhou. The route was discontinued due to the pandemic.

Qantas Pauses Nonstop London Flight Amid Middle East Tension

Qantas will add a stop in Singapore on its flight between Perth and London as the airline avoids Iranian airspace amid growing tensions.

Hainan Airlines Eyeing Airbus A330neo Order

A recent stock filing for cabin galley orders suggests that China’s Hainan Airlines will soon order A330-900neo aircraft.

What Aircraft Orders to Expect This Year

Aircraft orders from United, Riyadh Air, Saudia, Cathay Pacific, El Al, and several other airlines are expected in the coming months.

Analysis: Chinese Carriers Double Down on the Middle East

Capacity is at an all-time high between China and the Middle East, with Chinese carriers driving the growth, motivated by weak demand elsewhere.

Analysis: Where Could Delta Fly Its A350-1000s

Delta’s A350-1000s, set for delivery in 2026, will add premium capacity and potentially allow expansion to India, Australia, and other new destinations.

First JAL A350-1000 Flight Takes Off for JFK

The first A350-1000 international service took off from Haneda with 206 passengers, marking a new era in JAL’s long-haul fleet.

EVA Air Orders A350-1000s and A321neos

EVA becomes the third airline in Taiwan to order the A350 and the A321neos set the stage for Airbus domination in Taiwan’s single-aisle market.

Analysis: Airline Diversity in Istanbul and Doha

A big part of growth is expanding the number of airlines in and out of airports and a diversity of carriers is a common trait for global hubs.