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NOVEMBER 3, 2024

China Eastern Airlines has completed the engine replacement on the world’s first delivered COMAC C919 aircraft. Over the nine-day maintenance period, airline engineers completed 60 routine tasks and more than 10 non-routine tasks, including tests to ensure the aircraft’s reliability and safety, as reported by CGTN.

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JULY 1, 2025

Mexicana de Aviación, Mexico’s newly reinstated government-run carrier, has taken delivery of the first of 20 Embraer E2 regional jets. The delivery of the carrier’s first E190-E2 regional jet comes as the emerging airline establishes a foothold in the Mexican aviation scene with new aircraft and an expanding route network.

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DECEMBER 9, 2024

United Airlines has received the first of six brand-new Boeing 737 MAX 9 jets as part of an agreement with US-based lessor Aircastle. The first Boeing 737 MAX 9 was delivered from the planemakers production facilities in Seattle, Washington with the final five jets expected to arrive this month and into 2025.

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JULY 25, 2025

Etihad Airways has taken delivery of its first Airbus A321LR, representing a significant step in the airline’s fleet expansion strategy. According to the airline, this is the first of 30 A321LR aircraft scheduled to be added to its fleet. “We The Economy cabin will feature 144 seats, each with a 13.3-inch

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FEBRUARY 20, 2025

Zanetto explained how appetite for large executive jets in the region goes back quite a few years, even decades. To have a flying apartment, rather than a flying tube, explained Zanetto, referring to classical purpose-built business jets. After COVID, we have all seen that this is the place to be.

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MAY 5, 2025

KLM Royal Dutch Airlines has canceled five international flights during the first weekend of May 2025 due to improper maintenance of seven Boeing 787 aircraft. The airline announced the cancellation of three long-haul flights to Mexico City (MEX), Chicago OHare (ORD), and Portland (PDX). .

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JUNE 3, 2025

Ethiopian Airlines is eyeing up a possible double-digit order for regional jets with Airbus, Boeing and Embraer all in the running for the potentially lucrative deal. Ethiopian Airlines currently has a range of aircraft on order from both Boeing and Airbus.

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MARCH 27, 2025

At 12:01 local time, an Embraer E195-E2 regional jet operated by Helvetic Airways and registered HB-AZI touched down at the airport, simultaneously taking a place in the airports history books. Embraers website states that the E195-E2s regular range, from airfields without London-Citys non-standard steep approach, is 5,500km (3,000nm).

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DECEMBER 19, 2024

China Airlines announced a major aircraft order on December 19, 2024. The Taiwanese carrier will split the order for long-haul passenger aircraft between the two major aircraft manufacturers, with 10 A350-1000 jets from Airbus and 10 B777-9 aircraft from Boeing.

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JANUARY 5, 2025

United Airlines, one of the major U.S. In a statement released on January 5, 2025, United revealed that it will begin testing Starlink Wi-Fi services on its Embraer E-175 regional jets in February, with the first commercial flights anticipated to launch in the spring. carrier to adopt SpaceXs satellite service.

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NOVEMBER 21, 2024

Qatar Airways is reportedly considering the acquisition of several former American Airlines Airbus A330 widebodied aircraft to plug the capacity gap caused by the delay to new aircraft being delivered from both Airbus and Boeing. Soos Jozsef / Shutterstock The A330s in storage comprise 15 of the longer-range A330-200s, plus nine A330-300s.

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JULY 22, 2025

The airline shared this information in a statement on July 22, 2025, following initial findings that the switches on flight AI171 were in the “cutoff” position just before the tragic crash occurred in Ahmedabad. The airline confirmed it has informed the regulator of the completed checks.

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NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Ethiopian Airlines is celebrating the near arrival of Africa’s first Airbus A350-1000 in what will be a historical moment for the continent and commercial aviation. The new Ethiopian Airlines A350-1000, registered ET-BAW, is the first of four currently on order from Airbus.

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JULY 11, 2025

The Association of Asia Pacific Airlines (AAPA) has released figures relating to the financial performance of carriers in the region for the year 2024. The report, published on July 9, 2025, shows that airlines in the Asia Pacific region achieved US$7.3 Asia Pacific airlines recorded a 7.7% billion in 2024, compared to US$198.6

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NOVEMBER 29, 2024

Turkish Airlines has touched down at Sydney Airport (SYD) after completing its longest ever flight and officially launching the new service from Istanbul to Australia’s capital. The Turkish Airlines Boeing 777-300ER landed on November 29, 2024, shortly before 18:20, with the carrier’s CEO Bilal Ekşi on board the inaugural flight.

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DECEMBER 25, 2024

As is the case with any year, 2024 was kinder to some companies within the global airline industry than it was to others. Skycolors / Shutterstock Note: This article will be limited to major passenger and cargo airlines and is not intended to be an exhaustive list.

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DECEMBER 11, 2024

The six Airbus A320-200 jets are currently on lease to Jazeera Airways and are already an integral part of the carriers fleet. He added: This acquisition also highlights our commitment to enhancing passenger experience, improving operational efficiency, and expanding our reach as we transform into a more sustainable and innovative airline.

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JULY 27, 2025

Porter Airlines and Embraer CAE Training Services (ECTS) are teaming up with the introduction of an Embraer E195-E2 full-flight simulator (FFS) in Montreal, Canada. This strategic deployment is designed to help train more Porter Airlines pilots closer to home, in support of the airline’s growth which has seen 46 E195-E2s join its fleet.

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MARCH 26, 2025

The first Airbus A321XLR set to be delivered to the United States (US) has been spotted at the planemakers facility in Toulouse, France, emblazoned with the American Airlines livery. Images of the same American Airlines aircraft were captured in 2024, when only the had been tail painted in the carriers distinctive colors.

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DECEMBER 22, 2024

Turkish Airlines has become an official Guinness World Records title champion after being recognized as the carrier that flies to the most countries around the globe. It has been widely known that Turkish Airlines holds this record since 2012 but now the incredible feat has been officially recognized by Guinness World Records.

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NOVEMBER 25, 2024

Emirates has taken delivery of its first ever Airbus A350 in Toulouse, France, as the airline prepares to fly the new aircraft to Dubai International Airport (DXB) in the next few hours. The newest Emirates member will be powered by a blend of jet fuel and sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) when the aircraft makes its ferry flight.

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JANUARY 9, 2025

Airbus has announced that STARLUX Airlines of Taiwan has placed a firm order with the European-based planemaker for an additional five A350F freighters. The cargo market is set to become a key element in our business model and will benefit from the advantages offered by Taiwans geographical location, said STARLUX Airlines CEO Glenn Chai.

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MARCH 31, 2025

A United Airlines Boeing 737 had a lucky escape after it struck a kite on its final approach to Washington-Reagan Airport (DCA) in the US capital. The incident involving the United Airlines aircraft and a kite occurred on Saturday, March 29, 2025, according to reports. Delta Flight 2983 bound for Minneapolis-St.

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MAY 9, 2025

How do you make a million dollars running an airline? The pitfalls facing commercial airlines are many, often highlighted by bankruptcies and losses in the industry. Nevertheless, some of the worlds most profitable airlines are proving it doesnt always have to be this way. Globally, airlines run on wafer-thin profit margins.

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MARCH 31, 2025

The Commercial Aircraft Corporation of China (COMAC) has announced the delivery of the first C909 aircraft to Lao Airlines on March 30, 2025. The aircraft, registered as RDPL-34229, is a turbofan regional jet independently developed by China. Lao Airlines is currently expanding its capacity and renewing its fleet.

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DECEMBER 11, 2024

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has announced its financial outlook for the global airline industry in 2025 which forecasts a strengthening of profitability and further rises in annual passenger traffic figures which will breach the five billion passenger mark for the first time in the history of the industry. below the $7.9

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JUNE 23, 2025

Philippine Airlines (PAL) has offered a preview of the first of its nine Airbus A350-1000 aircraft at the Airbus headquarters and facility in Toulouse. Philippine Airlines has 79 planes currently in service. As well as the nine A350-1000s, PAL expects to receive 13 brand new units of A321neo regional jets starting in 2026.

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MARCH 31, 2025

Coming as the carriers next major policy change to cut costs, Southwest Airlines has disclosed it has dropped its fuel hedging policy after stating that the exercise in the forward buying of aviation fuel was no longer proving to be economically viable for the company. Hedging premiums have also gotten more expensive, he added.

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NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Leaders of the Association of Asia Pacific Airlines (AAPA) gathered to discuss the future of aviation in the region in Brunei Darussalam on November 12-13 2024, for the 68th Assembly of Presidents. The theme for AAPA’s 2024 assembly was ‘Jetting into 2050: Future Proofing Asian Aviation’. of 2019 levels.

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MARCH 28, 2025

Alaska Airlines Flight 261 was one of the worst aviation disasters in modern US history. No emergency had been declared, so Alaska Airlines Flight 261 was being treated as a regular incoming flight. Picryl Picryl What caused Alaska Airlines Flight 261 to crash? Sadly, though, it was not to be.

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MARCH 20, 2025

After many months of deliberations, Uganda Airlines has finally announced the commencement of a new scheduled route between the countrys capital city of Entebbe and London. The airline had made it known previously that it wished to fly to London-Heathrow Airport (LHR), primarily due to the availability of connecting traffic at the London hub.

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DECEMBER 20, 2024

The Chinese-built COMAC C919 narrowbody jet has celebrated carrying its millionth passenger since entering service in May 2023. China Eastern Airlines As of December 19, 2024, COMAC has delivered a total of 14 C919 aircraft to three airlines within China – China Eastern Airlines, Air China, and China Southern Airlines.

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FEBRUARY 11, 2025

Rex Airlines collapsed into administration following an ill-fated attempt to compete against Qantas/Jetstar and Virgin Australia on trunk routes linking the state capitals using its small fleet of Boeing 787-800 aircraft.

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DECEMBER 11, 2024

The latest figure is even lower than the number of aircraft delivered in October 2024 when the company delivered 14 new jets. US carrier United Airlines took delivery of two 737 MAX jets plus one 787 during the month. In comparison to the 13 aircraft delivered in the month, Boeing delivered 56 new planes in November 2023.

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JANUARY 9, 2025

Saudi startup airline Riyadh Air has announced that it is preparing for the arrival of its first Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner. The leased aircraft, painted in the airlines pearl livery, will be showcased at Riyadhs King Khalid International Airport (RUH), the carrier announced on January 9, 2025.

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MAY 26, 2025

December 2025 will mark the 24th anniversary since the last ever flight operated by the one-time great American icon of commercial aviation, TWA, or Trans World Airlines, to give the carrier its full name. Truly a rollercoaster of a story that still is referred to nowadays as a case study of how not to run an airline.

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APRIL 21, 2025

Malaysia Aviation Group (MAG), the parent company of Malaysia Airlines, is currently in discussions with Boeing to potentially acquire new aircraft delivery slots that might become available due to the escalating trade conflict between the United States and China. China’s decision is a direct response to recent U.S.

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