Retirement

The airline will phase out the aircraft as more A321neos come online.

Sun Country has announced plans to scrap one of its Boeing 737-800s in an effort to save money on parts amid an industry supply chain crisis.

In its latest cost-cutting move, ultra-low-cost carrier Spirit has phased out its remaining two Airbus A319 aircraft earlier than planned.

The ultra-low-cost airline has rapidly scaled down its fleet in recent months, which included the sale of 23 Airbus jets.

Delta executives told analysts to expect a “steady drumbeat” of aircraft retirements through next year as it continues to take delivery of new jets.

Keith Rosenkranz grabs headlines when he charters an entire Delta Airbus A330 aircraft to celebrate his retirement in style.

JetBlue is continuing to scale down operations on its remaining fleet of Embraer E190 aircraft, which are due to be replaced by the Airbus A220.

Asiana Airlines announced the retirement of its last Boeing 747-400, with plans for its final flight on March 25, 2024, marking the end of an era.

Japan Airlines (JAL) retired its final remaining 777-200ER aircraft from scheduled service in December. JAL was one of the early adopters of Boeing’s 777.

After over 30 years of flying the Boeing jet, SAS operated its last ever flight with the 737 on Sunday evening. The carrier is moving to newer narrowbody aircraft.