SWISS Names U.S. City as First Long-Haul Destination for A350
Swiss International Air Lines’ first Airbus A350-900 will enter long-haul service early next year on a route between Zurich and Boston.
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Somali Flag Carrier Set to Relaunch
Somali Airlines was originally founded in 1964, with the help of the former Italian flag carrier Alitalia, having closer ties to the European nation.
American’s First A321XLR Grounded By Supply Chain Issue
American Airlines has taken delivery of its first Airbus A321XLR, but the aircraft will remain in Europe for the time being due to a shortage of seats.
Etihad Takes Delivery of First Airbus A321LR Aircraft
Officials from the two companies marked the handover with a ceremony at Airbus’ facility in Hamburg, Germany, earlier this week.
Leasing Company Places Order For 90 Airbus Aircraft
The company currently has 145 A320neo-family aircraft in its delivered fleet, and commitments for a further 358, including this week’s order.
EASA Flags Smoke Risk on LEAP-Equipped Jets After Engine Damage
LEAP-1A and LEAP-1B engines are equipped with the LRD to reduce structural loads during high fan unbalance events, the agency said.
Aegean Expanding Network With New A321XLRs
Greek flag carrier Aegean Airlines has placed an order for two new Airbus A321XLRs, which it plans to use on long-haul flights to India.
Global Crossing Airlines Acquires Its First Aircraft, Leases Four More
The Miami-based charter airline, also referred to as GlobalX, announced the aircraft acquisition and additional lease plans in an online news release Monday.
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.
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.
