Delta continues expansion of fuel-efficient Airbus A220 fleet
Delta Air Lines will continue refreshing its fuel-efficient, state-of-the-art fleet after executing options for 12 new Airbus A220-300 aircraft. Slated for delivery in 2026 and 2027, the expansion of Delta’s A220 family is an important step towards the airline’s ongoing efforts on fleet simplification, while investing in more sustainable aircraft that provide a best-in-class customer […]
Delta, Aero Design Labs testing novel tech to further decrease aircraft emissions
Delta is taking another step toward its goal of net-zero emissions by 2050 as it tests novel drag-reduction technology by Aero Design Labs on its 737-800 and 737-900 fleets. By reducing drag, aircraft are more aerodynamic and use less fuel while in flight. The companies’ memorandum of understanding includes testing and FAA certification of the […]
LATAM group completes restructuring and emerges with solid financial position and most extensive network in South America
LATAM group, the leading airline group in Latin America, announced today that it successfully completed its financial restructuring process in the United States, which it voluntarily commenced in May 2020 to reduce its debt, access new sources of financing, and transform its business in response to the global pandemic. Having maintained its leading position while […]
Boeing Forecasts China’s Commercial Fleet Will More than Double in Next 20 Years, Fueled by Strong Passenger and Cargo Demand
Boeing today announced its 2022 Commercial Market Outlook (CMO) for China, forecasting that the country’s growing economy will see its commercial airplane fleet more than double over the next 20 years. Despite the impact of the pandemic on China’s near-term growth, Boeing predicts that demand for air travel and air freight will continue to trend […]
Alaska Airlines Orders 52 Boeing 737 MAX Jets to Further Modernize Fleet
Boeing (NYSE: BA) and Alaska Airlines today announced the carrier is expanding its 737 MAX fleet with an order for 52 airplanes, exercising options for an additional 42 737-10 and 10 737-9 jets. With the order, the airline is advancing its efforts to build one of the most efficient and sustainable fleets in the industry. […]
Delta Air Lines Partners with Aviation Partners Boeing to Support Sustainability Goals
Aviation Partners Boeing (APB) and Delta Air Lines, Inc. (Delta) share a commitment to reduce aircraft carbon emissions. APB is excited to announce Delta’s recent agreements to purchase Split Scimitar Winglets for its 737-800 fleet and for a number of recently acquired 737-900ER aircraft. Delta also recently agreed to purchase Scimitar Blended Winglets for up […]
LATAM Airlines reinforces fleet with additional order for 17 A321neo, endorses A321XLR
LATAM Airlines has ordered 17 A321neo aircraft to further expand their route offering, bringing the airline’s total A320neo order book aircraft to 100. Additionally, the airline has also confirmed to bring in the A321XLR to complement their long haul operations. “We applaud LATAM’s strategic vision and sustainability ambition. This order for the A321neo on the […]
easyJet confirms order for a further 56 A320neo Family aircraft
easyJet has confirmed a firm order for 56 A320neo Family aircraft following shareholder approval. The order is part of easyJet’s fleet renewal and up-gauging, cost and sustainability enhancements to the business. The agreement includes an upsizing of 18 A320neo to the larger A321neo model. Kenton Jarvis, CFO for easyJet, said: “We believe this order will […]
Boeing and Qatar Airways Finalize Order for 25 737 MAX Airplanes
Boeing [NYSE:BA] and Qatar Airways today finalized an order for 25 737 MAX airplanes, providing the flag carrier’s short- and medium-haul fleet with improved economics, fuel efficiency and sustainable operations. Company leaders announced the order for the 737-10, Boeing’s largest and most efficient single-aisle jet, in a signing ceremony at the Farnborough International Airshow. «We […]
Air France continues to renew its fleet and takes delivery of its 10th Airbus A220-300
Air France continues to integrate latest-generation aircraft, with an improved economic and environmental performance, into its fleet. By 2030, these aircraft will make up 70% of the Air France fleet – compared to 7% today – thanks to an ambitious investment plan of one billion euros per year. The tenth A220-300 The company has reached […]
