Civilian aviation news
Airbus delivers landmark aircraft for its largest Latin American operator
LATAM Airlines Group received its 200th A320 Family aircraft during the Paris Air Show today, highlighting an important milestone for one of Airbus’ major worldwide customers.
The jetliner, a Sharklet-equipped A320 that will operate under the TAM Airlines livery,… Continue reading
EasyJet sets sights on Airbus A320neo for future fleet development
Selects 100 A320neo and 35 A320ceo
After a thorough technical evaluation, easyJet has earmarked the Airbus A320neo for its future fleet requirements.
Based on the company’s growth forecasts, the A320 was selected for offering the best productivity, lowest operating cost… Continue reading
From the A380 to A320: Airbus makes its mark on the Paris Air Show’s first day
The A380 literally “owned the skies” during the opening hours of this week’s Paris Air Show, creating an initial “buzz” with a major acquisition announcement that expands lease opportunities for airlines, followed by the rollout of a new marketing campaign… Continue reading
ILFC Signs LOI for up to 100 E-Jets E2 from Embraer
Embraer S.A. signed a Letter of Intent (LOI) with International Lease Finance Corporation (ILFC), a global leader in the leasing and remarketing of jet aircraft to commercial airlines, for the sale of 25 E190-E2 and 25 E195-E2. The LOI also… Continue reading
SkyWest Inc. Orders 100 New E-Jets E2 from Embraer as a Launch Customer
Embraer S.A. and SkyWest Inc. (SkyWest) signed a firm order for 100 E175-E2 aircraft, with another 100 Purchase Rights, bringing the total potential of the order to 200 aircraft. The announcement was made today at a press conference at the 50th… Continue reading
Embraer Launches “E2”, the Second Generation of E-Jets
Embraer S.A. announces, today, the launch of the second generation of its E-Jets family of commercial aircraft, named the E-Jets E2 and comprising three new airplanes – E175-E2, E190-E2, and E195-E2. The E190-E2 is expected to enter service in the… Continue reading
Qatar Airways Announce Agreement for Nine 777-300ERs
Deal worth up to $2.8 billion includes firm orders for two airplanes and commitments for seven more
Boeing [NYSE: BA] and Qatar Airways today announced agreements for nine Boeing 777-300ER (Extended Range) airplanes at the 2013 Paris Air Show. The… Continue reading
GECAS Announce Commitment for 10 787-10X Dreamliners
Skymark Airlines Intends to Select the 737 MAX for Fleet Renewal Program
Japan’s first airline to choose the advantages of the 737 MAX
Boeing [NYSE: BA] and Tokyo-based Skymark Airlines (Skymark) today announced the airline’s intent to select the Boeing 737 MAX as its next generation single aisle aircraft of choice, making… Continue reading
Launch customer Air New Zealand gets its first A320 with Sharklets
Wing tip devices save up to four per cent in fuel
Air New Zealand has taken delivery of its first A320 equipped with fuel saving wing tip devices, or Sharklets, at a ceremony during the 50th Le Bourget Paris airshow.… Continue reading
Lufthansa firms up order for 100 A320 Family aircraft
Largest Airbus airline customer and operator in Europe
The Lufthansa Group has firmed up a previous Supervisory Board decision from March this year and signed for 100 A320 Family aircraft (35 A320neo, 35 A321neo and 30 A320ceo with Sharklets) at… Continue reading
ILFC orders 50 more A320neo Family aircraft
Repeat order from leading lessor confirms market preference for NEO
Industry leading aircraft lessor, ILFC, a wholly-owned subsidiary of American International Group, Inc., has signed a firm contract for the purchase of 50 additional A320neo Family aircraft. The contract was… Continue reading