Delta Stripping Engines from Aircraft to Make Up Shortage, Skirt Tariffs
Delta is stripping engines off of Airbus jets in Europe and using them to get grounded airplanes in the U.S. back in service, according to a report from Bloomberg.
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Malaysia Airlines Nearing New Deal With Airbus
According to Reuters, Malaysia Aviation Group is nearing a deal for more A330neo aircraft after placing an initial order for 20 in 2022.
FAA Orders Airbus A350 Manual Update Over Freezing Fog Risk
The FAA stated the manual’s incorrect values “could lead to multiple engine surges in a critical flight phase and result in loss of control of the airplane.”
First A220 Stripped for Parts
The decision to scrap the six-year-old A220 comes amid ongoing supply chain challenges for the aviation industry and airline operator disruptions.
Qantas Takes Delivery of Its First A321XLR
Qantas’ first Airbus A321XLR is part of the way through a roughly 10,600-mile-long journey from Europe to Australia, and is set to break a flight record.
Livery of the Week: Swiss’ First Airbus A350-900
Lufthansa-owned Swiss International Air Lines has recently expanded its long-haul fleet with the introduction of a new aircraft type.
TAP Extends Its Longest Route to Year-Round
For the upcoming winter season, TAP will operate the route three times per week, with flights departing on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays.
Taiwan’s Starlux Orders More Airbus A350s
The carrier recently launched service between Taipei and Ontario, California, its fourth destination in the U.S. It is also slated to add service to Phoenix.
Egyptair Expands Airbus Order
Egyptair on Wednesday signed an agreement with Airbus for an additional six A350-900s, bringing its total commitment to 16 A350-900 aircraft.
VietJet Places Order With Airbus for Up to 150 A321neos
Low-cost airline VietJet Air has signed an agreement with Airbus for 100 A321neos, with options for up to 50 more, which will grow its network.
