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27 August 2026

American Airlines Targets European Markets With A321XLR Fleet

Aviation Week Network · 14:01
American Airlines Targets European Markets With A321XLR Fleet American Airlines will add Vienna and Reykjavik to its European network in spring 2027 as it expands transatlantic flying from Philadelphia and deploys its growing Airbus A321XLR fleet on five routes. clarissa.siu@a… Thu, 08/27/2026 - 14:01 Author David Casey Content source Routes Aviation Daily Primary Category Airports & Networks
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Qantas Brings Forward A380 Replacement Plans

Aviation Week Network · 08:55
Qantas Brings Forward A380 Replacement Plans Qantas has advanced the replacement of its Airbus A380s by 3 to 4 years and confirmed it is negotiating with Airbus and Boeing to exercise more widebody options. clarissa.siu@a… Thu, 08/27/2026 - 08:55 Author Adrian Schofield Content source Aviation Daily Primary Category Airlines & Lessors
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Qantas brings forward A380 phase-out to 2028

FlightGlobal · 02:55
The airline’s older A330s will also gradually leave the fleet from this year. Qantas will retire its Airbus A380s from 2028 – four years ahead of schedule – as part of wider fleet renewal plans that will also see a gradual retirement of A330s from this year. The Australian carrier confirms it is “in discussions… The post Qantas brings forward A380 phase-out to 2028 first appeared on FlightGlobal.
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26 August 2026

Airbus workers in Spain begin indefinite strike

AeroTime · 23:13
Thousands of Airbus employees in Spain have begun an indefinite strike after workers rejected a company proposal on… Airbus workers in Spain begin indefinite strike appeared first on AeroTime.
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Airbus Once Boasted of More Widebody Sales Than Boeing; Now Distant Second

Leeham News and Analysis · 13:00
Subscription Required By Scott Hamilton Aug. 26, 2026, © Leeham News: When Boeing was going through travails with the 787 program from 2007-2015, Airbus boasted it sold more A330s after the Dreamliner program launched than before. Executives from... Read More The post Airbus Once Boasted of More Widebody Sales Than Boeing; Now Distant Second appeared first on Leeham News and Analysis.
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United Airlines plans A321XLR expansion across Europe

MRO Business Today, Latest Aerospace News · 04:00
Carrier expects sufficient Airbus A321XLR deliveries to support five new European routes in 2027, while the aircraft also plays a key role in replacing its ageing Boeing 757 fleet United Airlines is preparing to expand its European network with the Airbus A321XLR, with the carrier expecting to receive enough aircraft to support five new European […] The post United Airlines plans A321XLR expansion across Europe appeared first on MRO Business Today, Latest Aerospace News.
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25 August 2026

Aircalin’s first A350-900 spotted in Toulouse, fresh out the paint shop

AeroTime · 09:20
Aircalin’s first Airbus A350-900, has been spotted for the first time in Toulouse, France, fresh out of the… Aircalin’s first A350-900 spotted in Toulouse, fresh out the paint shop appeared first on AeroTime.
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24 August 2026

Air India completes six A350 C-checks nearly a month ahead of schedule

MRO Business Today, Latest Aerospace News · 09:58
Milestone strengthens Air India’s in-house wide-body maintenance capabilities as its Airbus A350 fleet expands Air India has completed all six planned C-checks on its Airbus A350-900 fleet nearly a month ahead of schedule, marking a significant milestone for the airline’s engineering and maintenance organisation. The completion of the comprehensive maintenance programme represents the first set […] The post Air India completes six A350 C-checks nearly a month ahead of schedule appeared first on MRO Business Today, Latest Aerospace News.
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Frontier has a plan to change it fortunes – will it be enough to silence its critics?

CAPA · 01:30
Frontier Airlines is entering a critical phase in its attempt to restore profitability, with a revised strategy that moves decisively beyond the traditional ultra-low-cost model. Rather than pursuing rapid fleet and capacity expansion, the US carrier is prioritising operational stability, a more disciplined cost base and a product proposition designed to broaden its customer appeal. Early lease returns covering 24 Airbus A320neos, potential further reductions and the planned introduction of 10 A321neos are intended to establish a more stable fleet platform from 2027, while longer-term orders remain aligned with annual growth of 7%-10%. At the same time, Frontier is investing in its own version of first class, Starlink connectivity and its loyalty proposition as it seeks to convert more occasional passengers into repeat customers and cardholders. The airline is targeting USD200 million in annual run-rate cost savings by 2027 and expects unit costs excluding fuel to move from USD8.46 cen
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20 August 2026

Middle East turmoil disrupts Jetstar’s growth trajectory, but fleet renewal rolls on

CAPA · 01:30
While Jetstar Airways has pared back its planned growth in the middle of 2026, this is not much of a setback in the context of the airline's long-term expansion trend. The airline has made some selective capacity cuts in its network, in response to the fuel cost spike caused by the Iran conflict. It has also redeployed some capacity between markets. Jetstar has been forced to close some short haul international routes, but it has also opened others. The overall result is a slight dip in capacity year-on-year, versus the airline's original plan for continued capacity growth. The arrival of new-generation Airbus narrowbodies has helped fuel the longer-term growth trend - and more are in the pipeline to continue its expansion. But the airline is also demonstrating that it can flex more toward fleet replacement than growth when needed.
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19 August 2026

A350F test aircraft emerges in distinctive ‘parcel’ paint scheme

FlightGlobal · 21:23
Fuselage design for initial freighter selected after competition. Airbus has unveiled the paint scheme on its first A350F aircraft, as the freighter edges towards flight testing. The initial flight-test airframe features a fuselage design representative of packaging, with labels and postal instructions. This livery was the successful entry from over 4,000 submitted during a competition… The post A350F test aircraft emerges in distinctive ‘parcel’ paint scheme first appeared on FlightGlobal.
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Airbus Begins Extension Of Belfast A220 Wing Facility

Aviation Week Network · 13:49
Airbus Begins Extension Of Belfast A220 Wing Facility Airbus begins expanding its Belfast A220 wing facility to support production ramp-up to 13 aircraft per month by 2028, adding new infrastructure and jobs. jill.angelini@… Wed, 08/19/2026 - 13:49 Author Helen Massy-Beresford Content source Aviation Daily Aviation Week MRO Primary Category Manufacturing & Supply Chain
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Airbus pushing to increase monthly A320neo production rate sooner than later

Leeham News and Analysis · 13:00
Subscription Required By Scott Hamilton Aug. 19, 2026, © Leeham News: Airbus’ backlog for the A320neo family shows why the company is adamant about increasing production to 75 aircraft per month. It has already sold out at this... Read More The post Airbus pushing to increase monthly A320neo production rate sooner than later appeared first on Leeham News and Analysis.
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18 August 2026

ATSB report finds Qantas A380 flew two sectors with work light inside wing

AeroTime · 13:23
The Australian Transport Safety Bureau (ATSB) has found that a maintenance work light was left inside the left… ATSB report finds Qantas A380 flew two sectors with work light inside wing appeared first on AeroTime.
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Qantas A380 flew two long-haul sectors with maintenance lamp inadvertently left in wing

FlightGlobal · 06:56
Control procedures under scrutiny after missing tool undetected before aircraft released back to service. Australian carrier Qantas has initiated work on using new technology for tool control, and revised its tool procedures, after an incident in which a maintenance lamp was left inside an Airbus A380 wing. The aircraft had undergone work at Sydney following… The post Qantas A380 flew two long-haul sectors with maintenance lamp inadvertently left in wing first appeared on FlightGlobal.
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12 August 2026

A320 crew’s detection of violent convective cell too late for evasive action

FlightGlobal · 08:11
Several cabin crew and passengers left with bone fractures after severe turbulence encounter during descent to Corsica. French investigators have been unable to explain why an Air France Airbus A320 crew did not detect a convective weather cell in time to plan an avoidance strategy, before severe turbulence damaged the jet and seriously injured five… The post A320 crew’s detection of violent convective cell too late for evasive action first appeared on FlightGlobal.
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11 August 2026

Air Baltic to reduce A220 fleet under new business plan

FlightGlobal · 13:23
Latvian carrier envisages a long-term fleet of around 40 A220-300s as it works on €225m interim recapitalisation. Air Baltic is to cut its fleet to around 40 Airbus A220-300s under a new long-term strategic plan, supported by moves for an initial interim €225 million ($260 million) recapitalisation. The Latvian carrier operates a fleet of 54… The post Air Baltic to reduce A220 fleet under new business plan first appeared on FlightGlobal.
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First delivery of A350F could slip to 2028, though Airbus reaffirms timeline

Leeham News and Analysis · 13:00
Subscription required By Scott Hamilton Aug. 11, 2026, © Leeham News: The first delivery of the Airbus A350F could be slipping from late 2027 to 2028, LNA has learned. LNA first reported this likelihood of later-than-expected delivery of... Read More The post First delivery of A350F could slip to 2028, though Airbus reaffirms timeline appeared first on Leeham News and Analysis.
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7 August 2026

How far away is out-of-autoclave aerostructure production for Airbus and Boeing?

Leeham News and Analysis · 13:00
Free for nonsubscribers By Howard Hardee August 7, 2026 © Leeham News: The commercial aerospace sector could be roughly a decade away from achieving high-rate production of major composite aerostructures. Airbus and Boeing are exploring how to produce... Read More The post How far away is out-of-autoclave aerostructure production for Airbus and Boeing? appeared first on Leeham News and Analysis.
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Qantas Eyes Further Widebody Orders To Continue Fleet Refresh

Aviation Week Network · 08:00
Qantas Eyes Further Widebody Orders To Continue Fleet Refresh As narrowbody orders ramp up, Qantas will need to add to its backlog to complete long-term Airbus A330 and A380 replacement. theresa.c.petr… Fri, 08/07/2026 - 08:00 Author Adrian Schofield Content source Aviation Week & Space Technology Primary Category Airlines & Lessors
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6 August 2026

Airbus completes A350F vibration tests ahead of first flight

AeroTime · 08:44
The first Airbus A350F aircraft has completed ground vibration testing (GVT) ahead of the type’s first flight later… Airbus completes A350F vibration tests ahead of first flight appeared first on AeroTime.
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4 August 2026

A350F undergoes vibration tests to validate cargo jet’s aeroelastic model

FlightGlobal · 18:13
Freighter exposed to oscillations as part of preparations for flight. Airbus has carried out ground vibration testing on the A350 freighter, modelling the twinjet’s dynamic response ahead of its maiden flight. The tests were conducted in June, says the airframer, which is to use two A350Fs for certification work. Aeroelastic and dynamic load computation is… The post A350F undergoes vibration tests to validate cargo jet’s aeroelastic model first appeared on FlightGlobal.
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30 July 2026

Airbus chief sees extra orders potential through NATO allies’ pooled A400M plan

FlightGlobal · 10:18
Guillaume Faury sees ‘good hope’ for additional airlifter orders via currently seven-nation initiative. An initiative among NATO members to co-operate on combined operations with the A400M could involve additional orders for the tactical transport, Airbus officials expect. “There could be more countries joining the multinational European force for pooling and sharing,” chief executive Guillaume Faury… The post Airbus chief sees extra orders potential through NATO allies’ pooled A400M plan first appeared on FlightGlobal.
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29 July 2026

Airbus’ full-year guidance back on track after record aircraft delivery pace in Q2

Leeham News and Analysis · 23:15
Free for nonsubscribers By Karl Sinclair July 29, 2026, © Leeham News: Airbus reported on July 29 a reinforced commitment to hit targets of 870 aircraft deliveries, adjusted EBIT (earnings before interest and taxes) of €7.5 billion and... Read More The post Airbus’ full-year guidance back on track after record aircraft delivery pace in Q2 appeared first on Leeham News and Analysis.
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Airbus A350-1000ULR sets world fight record with next gen ultra-long-range engineering

MRO Business Today, Latest Aerospace News · 11:20
The Airbus A350-1000ULR has successfully completed the world’s longest flight ever undertaken by a commercial aircraft, marking a defining milestone not only for ultra-long-haul aviation but also for aircraft engineering, systems validation and next-generation maintenance readiness. The specially configured flight-test aircraft (MSN707) flew non-stop from Melbourne to Toulouse, covering 12,460 nautical miles (23,075.92 km) in […] The post Airbus A350-1000ULR sets world fight record with next gen ultra-long-range engineering appeared first on MRO Business Today, Latest Aerospace News.
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Philippine Airlines welcomes third Airbus A350-1000 aircraft

AeroTime · 09:25
Philippine Airlines (PAL) has taken delivery of its third Airbus A350-1000 as the carrier continues building out its… Philippine Airlines welcomes third Airbus A350-1000 aircraft appeared first on AeroTime.
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Airbus and Boeing agree on aviation's future – but for very different reasons

CAPA · 01:30
Within the space of ten days, Airbus and Boeing published remarkably similar long-term market outlooks. Both conclude that geopolitical conflict, fuel price volatility and economic uncertainty remain temporary interruptions rather than structural threats to aviation growth. Both forecast passenger traffic will approximately double by 2045. Both anticipate airlines requiring around 43,000 new aircraft over the next twenty years, with almost half replacing older fleets rather than supporting expansion. At first glance, the world's two largest aircraft manufacturers appear to have reached near-perfect consensus. Yet beneath the headline figures lies a more revealing divergence. Airbus argues aviation's future will be shaped primarily by changing demographics, urbanisation and the emergence of thousands of new city pairs linking smaller urban centres. Boeing arrives at almost identical delivery forecasts but places greater emphasis on airline strategy, network flexibility, market segmentat
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28 July 2026

Airbus walks line between shareholder returns and clean-sheet ambitions

Leeham News and Analysis · 23:29
Free for nonsubscribers By Howard Hardee July 28, 2026, © Leeham News: Neither half of the global airliner manufacturing duopoly emerged from the Farnborough International Airshow with a totally new trajectory, but Boeing went home with a surprisingly... Read More The post Airbus walks line between shareholder returns and clean-sheet ambitions appeared first on Leeham News and Analysis.
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27 July 2026

Airbus A400M Begins Firefighting Operations For France

Aviation Week Network · 12:50
Airbus A400M Begins Firefighting Operations For France Days after France said it was working to rapidly press the Airbus A400M airlifter into firefighting duty, the French government said it had commenced those operations over the weekend. guy.ferneyhoug… Mon, 07/27/2026 - 12:50 Author Robert Wall Content source Aerospace Daily & Defense Report Primary Category Aircraft & Propulsion
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24 July 2026

Jet2 confirms Leap-1A on remainder of A321neo fleet

FlightGlobal · 20:40
Leisure carrier had previously indicated it would use CFM engines for entire order. UK leisure carrier Jet2 has confirmed it will stick with the CFM International Leap-1A engine for the remainder of its Airbus A321neo fleet. The airline has selected the powerplant for a further 54 aircraft, meaning all 146 of the type ordered by… The post Jet2 confirms Leap-1A on remainder of A321neo fleet first appeared on FlightGlobal.
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Data: Farnborough Airshow 2026 Commercial Aircraft Orderbook

Aviation Week Network · 11:14
Data: Farnborough Airshow 2026 Commercial Aircraft Orderbook The 2026 edition of the Farnborough Airshow took place July 20-24. New firm orders for the major OEMs total 145 for Boeing, 131 for Airbus and 28 for Embraer. mark.nensel@in… Fri, 07/24/2026 - 11:14 Author override Aviation Week Staff Content source Aviation Daily Primary Category AWIN Knowledge Center
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Qantas’ ultra-long-range A350 lands in Melbourne after 19-hour flight

AeroTime · 04:10
Qantas’ first ultra-long-range Airbus A350-1000ULR has landed in Melbourne, Australia, after flying nonstop from Toulouse, France, in a… Qantas’ ultra-long-range A350 lands in Melbourne after 19-hour flight appeared first on AeroTime.
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23 July 2026

A350-1000ULR departs for Melbourne on ultra-long range test flight

FlightGlobal · 09:01
Crew of Airbus twinjet designed for Qantas’s Project Sunrise to test systems including aft fuel tank. Airbus’s first ultra-long range A350-1000ULR has taken off from Toulouse on a nonstop test flight to Melbourne. The twinjet – developed for Australian carrier Qantas’s Project Sunrise initiative – lifted off from Toulouse Blagnac’s runway 32L at about 07:34… The post A350-1000ULR departs for Melbourne on ultra-long range test flight first appeared on FlightGlobal.
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Airbus begins first long-endurance test flight of Qantas’ A350-1000ULR aircraft

AeroTime · 07:20
Airbus has set out on the first long-endurance test flight of Qantas’ A350-1000ULR aircraft, travelling non-stop from Toulouse-Blagnac… Airbus begins first long-endurance test flight of Qantas’ A350-1000ULR aircraft appeared first on AeroTime.
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flynas expands Airbus fleet with order for 25 additional A330neo and A321neo

MRO Business Today, Latest Aerospace News · 06:40
flynas has strengthened its long-standing partnership with Airbus by confirming an order for five additional A330-900 aircraft and 20 additional A321neo aircraft, supporting the airline’s fleet expansion and long-term network growth strategy. Announced at the Farnborough International Airshow, the latest agreement increases flynas’ total commitment to 20 A330neo aircraft and 56 A321neos, taking its overall […] The post flynas expands Airbus fleet with order for 25 additional A330neo and A321neo appeared first on MRO Business Today, Latest Aerospace News.
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22 July 2026

Aging A330s Operators To See New Freighter Conversion Option

Aviation Week Network · 15:32
Aging A330s Operators To See New Freighter Conversion Option A new solution for airlines seeking to convert their aging first-generation Airbus A330s to freighters faster is being offered by a Turkish-UK company. natalia.pelayo… Wed, 07/22/2026 - 15:32 Author Alan Dron Content source Air Transport World Aviation Daily Primary Category Aircraft & Propulsion
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New Airbus Strategy Includes A220/A350 Stretch

AirInsight · 06:12
Airbus’ strategy update to double Adjusted EBIT to €10 billion in 2029 assumes the launch of the stretched versions of
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Airbus to begin testing the Wing of Tomorrow on an A321neo

Leeham News and Analysis · 06:06
Open to All Readers For daily Farnborough Air Show coverage, see our media partner AIN here. By Scott Hamilton July 22, 2026, © Leeham News: Airbus said yesterday that will begin testing its Wing of Tomorrow on an... Read More The post Airbus to begin testing the Wing of Tomorrow on an A321neo appeared first on Leeham News and Analysis.
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21 July 2026

Airbus Aims At Doubling Profits In Commercial Aircraft

Aviation Week Network · 21:06
Airbus Aims At Doubling Profits In Commercial Aircraft Airbus targets doubling commercial operating profit by 2029 through production growth, services expansion and efficiency improvements. hockensmithawi… Tue, 07/21/2026 - 21:06 Author Jens Flottau Content source Aviation Daily Primary Category Aircraft & Propulsion
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20 July 2026

Air Canada Joins Forces With Airbus On SAF Investment Fund

Aviation Week Network · 17:28
Air Canada Joins Forces With Airbus On SAF Investment Fund Airbus and Air Canada are partnering on a new C$13.7 million ($9.8 million) investment platform to support the Canadian sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) ramp up. natalia.pelayo… Mon, 07/20/2026 - 17:28 Author Victoria Moores Content source Air Transport World Aviation Daily Primary Category Airlines & Lessors
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Riyadh Air to take 787-10s as it firms up Dreamliner and A350-1000 options

FlightGlobal · 10:05
Saudi-based carrier exercises options on 28 Boeing 787s and six more Airbus widebodies. Riyadh Air has firmed up options on 28 more Boeing 787s, most of which it has converted to the larger 787-10 variant, and six additional Airbus A350-1000s . Twenty of the firmed-up Boeing widebodies will be 787-10s. The agreement includes a previously… The post Riyadh Air to take 787-10s as it firms up Dreamliner and A350-1000 options first appeared on FlightGlobal.
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16 July 2026

Pratt & Whitney betting next-generation narrowbody will be powered by turbofan

Leeham News and Analysis · 07:15
By Scott Hamilton July 16, 2026, © Leeham News/AIN: The president of Pratt & Whitney’s commercial engine unit is adamant that the engine powering the successor airplanes to the Airbus A320neo and Boeing 737 MAX families will be... Read More The post Pratt & Whitney betting next-generation narrowbody will be powered by turbofan appeared first on Leeham News and Analysis.
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15 July 2026

Airbus preparing for ultra-long test flight of A350-1000ULR

FlightGlobal · 19:45
Twinjet for Qantas’s ‘Project Sunrise’ to fly 22h sortie to Australia. Airbus is preparing to conduct an ultra-long test flight with its newly-developed A350-1000ULR in around a week’s time. The aircraft will operate to Australia, says the airframer, although it has not specified the precise route. Airbus has yet to confirm when the flight will… The post Airbus preparing for ultra-long test flight of A350-1000ULR first appeared on FlightGlobal.
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Airbus, Boeing and Embraer all in contention for new Ethiopian narrowbody order

AeroTime · 10:03
Airbus, Boeing and Embraer are all in contention for a new narrowbody order from Ethiopian Airlines, with a… Airbus, Boeing and Embraer all in contention for new Ethiopian narrowbody order appeared first on AeroTime.
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Lufthansa’s first A350-1000 emerges with commemorative livery

FlightGlobal · 06:06
German operator says twinjet will bring group’s Airbus deliveries to 700. Lufthansa’s first Airbus A350-1000 has emerged, ahead of delivery later this year, bearing the carrier’s commemorative 100th anniversary paint scheme. According to the German operator, the Rolls-Royce Trent XWB-powered twinjet will be the 700th Airbus aircraft handed over to the company and its subsidiaries… The post Lufthansa’s first A350-1000 emerges with commemorative livery first appeared on FlightGlobal.
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Airbus’ market outlook projects a market shift: aviation’s future belongs to secondary cities

CAPA · 01:30
Aviation has spent decades optimising around congestion. Airbus' 2026-2045 Global Market Forecast suggests the next two decades will instead be defined by dispersion. While geopolitical crises, volatile fuel prices and supply chain disruption dominate today's headlines, Airbus argues these remain cyclical interruptions rather than structural constraints. The deeper transformation is geographic. Economic growth, urbanisation and rising middle classes are no longer concentrating exclusively within global megacities but increasingly across hundreds of smaller urban centres that are becoming commercially viable origins and destinations in their own right. This represents considerably more than another long-term traffic forecast. Airbus projects demand for 42,060 new aircraft over the next twenty years - 22,240 supporting traffic growth and 19,820 replacing ageing fleets - but the strategic significance lies in where those aircraft will fly rather than simply how many will be delivered. Thi
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13 July 2026

Air Europa to receive first A350-900 in 2028

FlightGlobal · 15:19
Spanish carrier is “optimistic” about this year after increasing 2025 profits by one-third. Air Europa expects to take delivery of its first Airbus A350-900 in 2028 and has embarked on a new strategic plan to achieve a “major structural and operational transformation” over the next two years. The Spanish carrier, which increased its full-year pre-tax… The post Air Europa to receive first A350-900 in 2028 first appeared on FlightGlobal.
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9 July 2026

Emirates to introduce A380 on Delhi flights and A350 on Kolkata services

FlightGlobal · 11:11
Addition of Delhi brings number of Indian destinations served by the carrier with an A380 to three. Emirates will deploy an Airbus A380 on its Dubai-Delhi service for the first time and will operate some of its Kolkata flights with A350s from October. The UAE-based carrier will operate one of its four daily flights to… The post Emirates to introduce A380 on Delhi flights and A350 on Kolkata services first appeared on FlightGlobal.
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8 July 2026

Airbus first-half backlog reveals new order for 40 A320neo-family jets

FlightGlobal · 17:28
Defence agreement for single A330-800 also features in airframer’s June activity. Airbus has revealed an order for 40 A320neo-family twinjets, assigned to an unidentified customer, in its backlog figures for the first half of this year. They comprise 24 A321neos and 16 A320neos. The airframer also listed the 18 A330-900s for Scandinavia’s SAS, plus a… The post Airbus first-half backlog reveals new order for 40 A320neo-family jets first appeared on FlightGlobal.
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Airbus cuts passenger aircraft demand projection in latest 20-year forecast

AeroTime · 14:14
Airbus has published its latest rolling 20-year Global Market Forecast (GMF) indicating a slight drop in demand for… Airbus cuts passenger aircraft demand projection in latest 20-year forecast appeared first on AeroTime.
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Airbus forecast shows further rise in proportion of new aircraft allocated to fleet replacement

FlightGlobal · 10:58
Outlook for 20-year period to 2045 puts overall demand for passenger models at more than 42,000. Airbus has detailed a changing fleet age distribution in the last decade, as its latest global market forecast shows an increase in the proportion of new aircraft demand intended to address replacement. The airframer’s 20-year outlook indicates total demand… The post Airbus forecast shows further rise in proportion of new aircraft allocated to fleet replacement first appeared on FlightGlobal.
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Demand appears to support launch of A220 Stretch

Leeham News and Analysis · 07:15
Subscription Required By Karl Sinclair and Scott Hamilton July 8, 2026, © Leeham News: Airbus says it hasn’t made the decision yet whether to proceed with a stretch of the A220, but all signs point to doing so.... Read More The post Demand appears to support launch of A220 Stretch appeared first on Leeham News and Analysis.
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Airbus and Boeing face defining product decisions as the next generation takes shape

CAPA · 01:10
The world's two largest aircraft manufacturers are entering a decisive period that will shape airline fleet planning well into the 2040s. While Airbus and Boeing remain focused on overcoming certification delays and production constraints, attention is increasingly turning to what comes next. And the contrasting approaches highlight more than differing product roadmaps. They reveal how both manufacturers are balancing technological ambition against commercial reality, while airlines continue to demand greater efficiency, lower emissions and additional capacity. The decisions taken over the next few years will influence fleet strategies, competitive dynamics and aircraft economics for decades to come.
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7 July 2026

Airbus and MTU join forces to advance hydrogen-electric engine ambitions

FlightGlobal · 16:35
Joint venture will kick off in 2027 as the pair look to pool resources on fuel cell powertrain development. In a widely anticipated move, Airbus and MTU Aero Engines are to form a joint venture to develop and commercialise a hydrogen fuel cell powertrain. Building on a memorandum of understanding signed at last year’s Paris… The post Airbus and MTU join forces to advance hydrogen-electric engine ambitions first appeared on FlightGlobal.
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NATO unveils pooled A400M fleet, confirms Saab GlobalEye as AWACS replacement

AeroTime · 07:55
Seven NATO allies launched a shared Airbus A400M transport fleet, and the alliance confirmed Sweden’s Saab GlobalEye as… NATO unveils pooled A400M fleet, confirms Saab GlobalEye as AWACS replacement appeared first on AeroTime.
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A220 engine problems nearly over, say Airbus and Pratt & Whitney

Leeham News and Analysis · 07:15
Subscription Required By Scott Hamilton July 7, 2026, © Leeham News: Airbus and Pratt & Whitney say that the problems that have ailed the A220 program are resolved and there won’t be any A220s grounded due to geared... Read More The post A220 engine problems nearly over, say Airbus and Pratt & Whitney appeared first on Leeham News and Analysis.
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6 July 2026

Delta Air Lines A319 hit by fireworks while landing in Chicago: media reports

AeroTime · 03:00
A Delta Air Lines Airbus A319 was hit by a firework while on final approach to Chicago Midway… Delta Air Lines A319 hit by fireworks while landing in Chicago: media reports appeared first on AeroTime.
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2 July 2026

Avolon to buy 11 Airbus A321neo aircraft ordered by Frontier Airlines

AeroTime · 13:12
Lessor Avolon will purchase 11 Airbus A321neo aircraft ordered by Frontier Airlines, after its parent company Bohai Leasing… Avolon to buy 11 Airbus A321neo aircraft ordered by Frontier Airlines appeared first on AeroTime.
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1 July 2026

A220 inevitably pushes A319neo out of Airbus single-aisle line-up

FlightGlobal · 09:21
Smallest member of re-engined A320 family has proved significantly less popular than its larger siblings. Airbus has quietly ceased offering the A319neo to airline customers following continued underwhelming sales of the smallest remaining member of its original narrowbody family. Although Airbus tells FlightGlobal it will still build the A319neo if asked – and it remains… The post A220 inevitably pushes A319neo out of Airbus single-aisle line-up first appeared on FlightGlobal.
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30 June 2026

SAS orders 18 A330neos as part of plan to add 40 Airbus widebodies

FlightGlobal · 12:29
Scandinavian operator will also add A330-300s to support near-term growth. Scandinavian carrier SAS has placed a firm order with Airbus for 18 A330-900s as part of a plan to add up to 40 Airbus widebodies to its fleet. The airline signed an agreement in Copenhagen on 30 June to purchase 18 Rolls-Royce Trent 7000-powered A330neos.… The post SAS orders 18 A330neos as part of plan to add 40 Airbus widebodies first appeared on FlightGlobal.
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29 June 2026

European Investment Bank backs Airbus with record ‘full firepower’ loan

AeroTime · 13:45
The European Investment Bank (EIB) has committed up to $3.4 billion (€3 billion) to Airbus, to turbocharge the… European Investment Bank backs Airbus with record ‘full firepower’ loan appeared first on AeroTime.
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26 June 2026

Royal Jordanian Plans Growth, Pursues Airbus A330F Expansion

Aviation Week Network · 17:37
Royal Jordanian Plans Growth, Pursues Airbus A330F Expansion Royal Jordanian Airlines is advancing its ambitious growth strategy, aiming to achieve a competitive fleet size and expand its cargo operations with A330Fs. jill.angelini@… Fri, 06/26/2026 - 17:37 Author Kurt Hofmann Content source Aviation Daily Primary Category Airlines & Lessors
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China Eastern agrees to order 25 A330neos to replace older widebodies

FlightGlobal · 13:47
Shanghai-based carrier outlines delivery schedule for Rolls-Royce Trent-powered twinjets. China Eastern Airlines has disclosed an agreement to purchase 25 Airbus A330neo twinjets. The aircraft will be delivered to the carrier “in batches” over the course of 2029 to 2033, the airline states. All A330neos are powered by Rolls-Royce Trent 7000 engines. While China Eastern has… The post China Eastern agrees to order 25 A330neos to replace older widebodies first appeared on FlightGlobal.
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Airbus lands $9.5 billion A330neo order from China Eastern Airlines

AeroTime · 13:05
Airbus has landed a $9.5 billion order for A330neos from China Eastern Airlines, just three months after the… Airbus lands $9.5 billion A330neo order from China Eastern Airlines appeared first on AeroTime.
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25 June 2026

Interview: Why Airbus CEO Is Bullish On Launching A320 Replacement In 2030

Aviation Week Network · 16:04
Interview: Why Airbus CEO Is Bullish On Launching A320 Replacement In 2030 Airbus CEO Guillaume Faury says the airframer will launch its A320 successor in 2030 as planned, welcoming news that Boeing’s competing program may be delayed. andrea.copleys… Thu, 06/25/2026 - 16:04 Author Jens Flottau Robert Wall Content source Aviation Week & Space Technology Content summary Full Speed Ahead Primary Category Aircraft & Propulsion
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A220-300 vs. E195-E2: A Tale of Two Snapshots

AirInsight · 15:14
AirInsight recently visited both Embraer and Airbus and attended briefings from each OEM. The timing is ideal for a forensic
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24 June 2026

Airbus readies for decision on ‘simple’ A220 stretch to match customer demands

FlightGlobal · 13:45
Airframer continues to analyse options for notional -500 variant but pledges to retain Pratt & Whitney as programme’s sole engine supplier. Airbus appears to be leaning towards a quick and “simple” stretch of the A220 narrowbody that would add around five rows of seats, putting capacity in the region of 185 passengers, if it decides… The post Airbus readies for decision on ‘simple’ A220 stretch to match customer demands first appeared on FlightGlobal.
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Airbus A380 Wing Spars Should be Inspected Urgently, EASA Says

Aviation Week Network · 12:13
Airbus A380 Wing Spars Should be Inspected Urgently, EASA Says The wing spars of 16 Airbus A380s require inspection and possible ensuing repairs, EASA said in an emergency airworthiness directive effective June 24. guy.ferneyhoug… Wed, 06/24/2026 - 12:13 Author Thierry Dubois Content source Aviation Daily Primary Category Safety, Ops & Regulation
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Airbus Accelerates A220-500 Studies

Aviation Week Network · 10:56
Airbus Accelerates A220-500 Studies Airbus appears to be leaning toward a simple stretch of the A220, as it weighs its options for a larger version of the aircraft. cory.hitt@avia… Wed, 06/24/2026 - 10:56 Author Jens Flottau Content source Aviation Daily Primary Category Manufacturing & Supply Chain
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EASA demands 16 Airbus A380s urgently inspected over wing spar cracks

AeroTime · 10:53
The European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) has demanded that 16 Airbus A380 aircraft are urgently inspected, including five… EASA demands 16 Airbus A380s urgently inspected over wing spar cracks appeared first on AeroTime.
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Airbus orders A380 wing inspections after cracks found on Emirates and Qantas aircraft

MRO Business Today, Latest Aerospace News · 09:51
Airbus and European aviation regulators have initiated inspections on a number of Airbus A380 aircraft after cracks were discovered in a key structural component within the wing. The move follows findings made during routine maintenance checks, prompting the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) to issue an airworthiness directive requiring operators to inspect affected aircraft. […] The post Airbus orders A380 wing inspections after cracks found on Emirates and Qantas aircraft appeared first on MRO Business Today, Latest Aerospace News.
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Qantas sets the stage for Project Sunrise: part two – network ripple effects

CAPA · 01:20
While the spotlight has been on the announcement of Qantas' proposed record-breaking Sydney-London route, the carrier's Project Sunrise has much broader network and competitive implications. The carrier has revealed more details about how the Airbus A350-1000ULRs it has ordered could be used elsewhere in its network. This will likely include new routes, and also taking over some existing long-range routes operated by Boeing 787-9s. And in turn, 787-9s would be freed up to launch more services. Also from the network perspective, the new Sydney-London route will add a new dynamic to what is a very lucrative one-stop market for multiple airlines between the UK and Australia. While overall nonstop capacity will still be much less than one-stop capacity, the shift in premium traffic could be more significant. Part one of this analysis looked at the launch of the project, the aircraft being used and the business case.
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19 June 2026

Qantas highlights nonstop demand as it shows off cabin designs for A350-1000ULR

FlightGlobal · 06:54
Interior configuration for ‘Project Sunrise’ is heavily premium but includes 140-seat economy section. Australian carrier Qantas has shown off the seating design for the Airbus A350-1000ULR which will conduct its nonstop ‘Project Sunrise’ flights between Sydney and London. The four-class 238-seat arrangement will be around 40% premium or premium-economy cabins, but will still feature 140… The post Qantas highlights nonstop demand as it shows off cabin designs for A350-1000ULR first appeared on FlightGlobal.
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16 June 2026

Emirates July 2026 569-seater A380 Operations – 14JUN26

AeroRoutes · 00:01
Published at 1701PDT 15JUN26 / 0001GMT 16JUN26 Emirates during the month of July 2026 schedules the 569-seater 3-class Airbus A380 aircraft on following routes, as the airline revised operational schedule last week. As of 14JUN26, planned 569-seater operation includes the following. Dubai – Birmingham EK039/040 Dubai – Copenhagen eff 04JUL26 EK151/152 (Service between 01JUL26 and 03JUL26 operated by 615-seater) Separately, the 615-seater A380 is scheduled to operate Dubai – Dusseldorf EK055/056 service from 26JUN26.
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12 June 2026

‘A321XLR Is ‘Compelling’ Aircraft For Africa’

AirInsight · 13:01
The Airbus A321XLR is the ideal aircraft to open up long-range, thin markets that have been underserved so far to
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Air Canada operates first domestic A321XLR flight ahead of transatlantic debut on 15 June

FlightGlobal · 11:17
The carrier took delivery of its first A321XLR in late April. Air Canada has operated its first commercial flight with its long-awaited new Airbus A321XLR, flying domestically from Montreal to Toronto ahead of the carrier’s first transatlantic service with the type from Montreal to Toulouse on 15 June. The airline, which took delivery of the… The post Air Canada operates first domestic A321XLR flight ahead of transatlantic debut on 15 June first appeared on FlightGlobal.
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11 June 2026

Wizz Air opts to retain all A321XLRs as it ends discussions on transfer

FlightGlobal · 07:17
Budget carrier will deploy long-range twinjets on routes within its own network. Central European budget carrier Wizz Air has decided to use all 11 of its Airbus A321XLRs on its own network, rather than transfer the type to other operators. Wizz had ordered 47 of the long-range twinjets but slashed its commitment to just 11… The post Wizz Air opts to retain all A321XLRs as it ends discussions on transfer first appeared on FlightGlobal.
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Airbus’ Next New Airplane Part 6: The SWOT for Airbus

Leeham News and Analysis · 07:15
Subscription Required By Scott Hamilton and Bjorn Fehrm June 11, 2026, © Leeham News: When Boeing entered crisis mode with the March 13, 2019, grounding of the 737 MAX, the company jumped from one crisis to another. The... Read More The post Airbus’ Next New Airplane Part 6: The SWOT for Airbus appeared first on Leeham News and Analysis.
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10 June 2026

EasyJet celebrates delivery of 100th A320neo-family jet

FlightGlobal · 12:03
Arrival of A321neo means that over one-quarter of the UK carrier’s fleet comprises latest-generation Airbus narrowbodies. UK budget carrier EasyJet has hit a major fleet renewal milestone with the delivery of its 100th A320neo-family jet. Handed over at a ceremony at the airframer’s Hamburg Finkenwerder final assembly line, the milestone aircraft is an A321neo (G-ZXIA)… The post EasyJet celebrates delivery of 100th A320neo-family jet first appeared on FlightGlobal.
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9 June 2026

Airbus, Safran, Technip Energies and Tereos launch major SAF venture in France

MRO Business Today, Latest Aerospace News · 12:13
Technip Energies, Airbus, Safran, and Tereos have signed an agreement to establish a new joint venture, named Rebound, aimed at developing one of Europe’s largest Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) production facilities in Dunkirk, northern France. The proposed plant will use the Alcohol-to-Jet (AtJ) production pathway to convert advanced ethanol derived from agricultural and forestry residues […] The post Airbus, Safran, Technip Energies and Tereos launch major SAF venture in France appeared first on MRO Business Today, Latest Aerospace News.
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Air China to transfer batch of A350s to Shenzhen Airlines as part of capital increase scheme

FlightGlobal · 06:15
Chinese flag-carrier using twinjets to maintain 51% shareholding while new investor Kunhang increases stake. Air China has disclosed that it will contribute five Airbus A350s to Shenzhen Airlines as part of a further capital increase for the subsidiary carrier. Shenzhen Airlines has recently undergone the first stage of an equity financing — detailed at the… The post Air China to transfer batch of A350s to Shenzhen Airlines as part of capital increase scheme first appeared on FlightGlobal.
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8 June 2026

Airbus’ Next New Airplane Part 5. The Airbus New Generation Single Aisle.

Leeham News and Analysis · 07:20
Subscription Required By Bjorn Fehrm June 8, 2026, © Leeham News: In this article in the series about Airbus Next New Aircraft, we will look at the available technologies that we described in Part 3 of the series... Read More The post Airbus’ Next New Airplane Part 5. The Airbus New Generation Single Aisle. appeared first on Leeham News and Analysis.
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5 June 2026

Airbus A320-family orders surpass 20,000 after surge in May

FlightGlobal · 09:45
Chinese carriers’ latest agreements contribute to single-aisle family milestone. Airbus has exceeded 20,000 total orders for its A320 family, following the firming of several agreements during May. The airframer recorded orders for 207 A320neo-family jets during the month. These included 70 from an undisclosed customer. China Southern Airlines accounted for another 102 — comprising 79… The post Airbus A320-family orders surpass 20,000 after surge in May first appeared on FlightGlobal.
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4 June 2026

How Airbus Builds The A321XLR

Aviation Week Network · 05:00
How Airbus Builds The A321XLR Betting on strong sales for the new A321XLR, Airbus has invested in new facilities, tooling and personnel to develop the aircraft. jack.freifelde… Thu, 06/04/2026 - 05:00 Author Jens Flottau Content source Aviation Week & Space Technology Content summary In for the Long Haul Primary Category Aircraft & Propulsion
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2 June 2026

Airbus’ ‘Niche Plane’ Makes First Flight

AirInsight · 17:44
Qantas will have to wait another 10 months before it takes delivery of the aircraft, but the A350-1000ULR for Project
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Modified A350-1000 for Qantas’s ‘Project Sunrise’ conducts maiden flight

FlightGlobal · 16:00
Ultra long-haul -1000ULR variant for Sydney-London route begins two-month certification campaign. Airbus has flown the first example of its ultra long-range A350-1000, which will be used by Australian operator Qantas for its non-stop Sydney-London service. Carrying flight-test instrumentation the twinjet carried out a 3h 43min sortie from Toulouse on 2 June, including cruise at 41,000ft… The post Modified A350-1000 for Qantas’s ‘Project Sunrise’ conducts maiden flight first appeared on FlightGlobal.
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1 June 2026

Airbus Next New Airplane Part 3. The Airbus Technobricks

Leeham News and Analysis · 07:20
Subscription required By Bjorn Fehrm June 1, 2026, © Leeham News: This is the fourth article in a series that will use Airbus' history and present technology work to deduce how Airbus will develop its next new airliner.... Read More The post Airbus Next New Airplane Part 3. The Airbus Technobricks appeared first on Leeham News and Analysis.
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30 May 2026

Cathay expands Airbus A350F order with two additional freighters

MRO Business Today, Latest Aerospace News · 06:34
Cathay Group has placed a firm order for two additional Airbus A350F freighters, increasing its total commitment for the next-generation cargo aircraft to eight units. The new freighters will be operated by Cathay Cargo, supporting the airline’s strategy to enhance efficiency and strengthen its global air freight network. The expanded order reflects Cathay Group’s confidence […] The post Cathay expands Airbus A350F order with two additional freighters appeared first on MRO Business Today, Latest Aerospace News.
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28 May 2026

Airbus Next New Airplane Part 2. The neo Success.

Leeham News and Analysis · 07:20
Subscription required By Bjorn Fehrm and Scott Hamilton May 28, 2026, © Leeham News: This is the third article in a series that will use Airbus' history and present technology work to deduce how Airbus will develop its... Read More The post Airbus Next New Airplane Part 2. The neo Success. appeared first on Leeham News and Analysis.
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27 May 2026

Cathay Pacific extends order commitment to A350 freighter

FlightGlobal · 09:25
Additional jets follow previous agreement for six unveiled in 2023. Cathay Pacific is increasing its commitment to the Airbus A350 freighter, with orders for another pair of the cargo jet. The agreement from the Hong Kong-based Cathay Group brings its overall firm A350F order to eight. Cathay Group originally opted to take six in 2023.… The post Cathay Pacific extends order commitment to A350 freighter first appeared on FlightGlobal.
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26 May 2026

American Airlines Selects Starlink For Airbus Fleet

Aviation Week Network · 19:13
American Airlines Selects Starlink For Airbus Fleet American Airlines will install SpaceX Starlink inflight connectivity across its Airbus aircraft, covering nearly half of its in-service mainline fleet. natalia.pelayo… Tue, 05/26/2026 - 19:13 Author Christine Boynton Content source Aviation Daily Primary Category Interiors & Connectivity
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25 May 2026

Airbus’ Next New Airplane Part 1.

Leeham News and Analysis · 07:15
Subscription required By Bjorn Fehrm and Scott Hamilton Figure 1. Airbus will begin testing of CFM's RISE Open Fan engine in 2029 on the company's A380 test airplane. Credit: CFM. May 25, 2026, © Leeham News: This is... Read More The post Airbus’ Next New Airplane Part 1. appeared first on Leeham News and Analysis.
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Qantas flags delays in A350 deliveries as ‘Project Sunrise’ preparations takes shape

FlightGlobal · 06:48
The first ultra-long-range A350 will be delivered in April 2027, instead of end-2026. Qantas has disclosed delivery delays for its first ultra-long-range Airbus A350-1000, but stresses that plans for its ‘Project Sunrise’ flights remain “well underway”. The delays – first reported by Bloomberg – shift the first delivery to April 2027, instead of the end-2026 timeline… The post Qantas flags delays in A350 deliveries as ‘Project Sunrise’ preparations takes shape first appeared on FlightGlobal.
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Saudia receives first A321XLR

FlightGlobal · 03:06
The airline has 15 A321XLRs on order, all of which will be delivered by 2027. Saudi Arabian flag-carrier Saudia has taken delivery of its first Airbus A321XLR, which features new cabin products The twinjet (registered HZ-ASBA) arrived at Saudia’s Jeddah hub on on 24 May. It is the first A321XLR to operate with an airline… The post Saudia receives first A321XLR first appeared on FlightGlobal.
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21 May 2026

Court Finds Airbus, Air France Guilty Of Involuntary Manslaughter In AF447 Crash

Aviation Week Network · 16:49
Court Finds Airbus, Air France Guilty Of Involuntary Manslaughter In AF447 Crash The Paris court of appeal has found Airbus and Air France guilty of involuntary manslaughter over the June 1, 2009, loss of Air France Flight 447. natalia.pelayo… Thu, 05/21/2026 - 16:49 Author Helen Massy-Beresford Content source Aviation Daily Primary Category Safety, Ops & Regulation
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Airbus Reveals Further A350, A320neo Delivery Delays

Aviation Week Network · 14:13
Airbus Reveals Further A350, A320neo Delivery Delays Airbus has warned customers about new delivery delays of A350s and A320neo family aircraft over the next several years, industry sources tell Aviation Week. natalia.pelayo… Thu, 05/21/2026 - 14:13 Author Jens Flottau Content source Aviation Daily Primary Category Manufacturing & Supply Chain
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EasyJet aims for upgauge boost as it accelerates A319 exit

FlightGlobal · 08:37
UK carrier to phase out A319s by end of its 2029 fiscal year as Neo delivery pace increases. EasyJet expects to phase out the last of its Airbus A319s by September 2029 under an accelerated schedule aimed at capitalising on revenue gains from switching to larger aircraft. The carrier had been aiming to remove the… The post EasyJet aims for upgauge boost as it accelerates A319 exit first appeared on FlightGlobal.
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Airbus’ 27 year march to a new airplane

Leeham News and Analysis · 07:15
Subscription Required Open to All Readers By Scott Hamilton Background May 21, 2026, © Leeham News: We completed a multi-part series last month on Boeing’s 30-Year March to a New Airplane. Now, it’s Airbus’s turn. It will be... Read More The post Airbus’ 27 year march to a new airplane appeared first on Leeham News and Analysis.
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20 May 2026

Emirates Brings Retrofit Premium Economy To A380 Upper Deck

Aviation Week Network · 14:38
Emirates Brings Retrofit Premium Economy To A380 Upper Deck Emirates has successfully reconfigured its first two-class Airbus A380 into a three-cabin layout, bringing Premium Economy seating to the aircraft upper deck. natalia.pelayo… Wed, 05/20/2026 - 14:38 Author Ella Nethersole Content source Aviation Daily Aviation Week MRO Primary Category Interiors & Connectivity
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19 May 2026

Lufthansa Technik and Airbus explore potential of drag-reduction film on A330 wings and tail surfaces

FlightGlobal · 09:13
Collaboration looks to broaden application of ‘AeroShark’ riblet technology to older-variant twinjets. Airbus is co-operating with maintenance specialist Lufthansa Technik to broaden the scope of a drag-reducing film to cover the wings, fin and horizontal stabilisers of A330 twinjets. The ‘AeroShark’ film — which uses ribless to mimic the characteristics of shark skin — was… The post Lufthansa Technik and Airbus explore potential of drag-reduction film on A330 wings and tail surfaces first appeared on FlightGlobal.
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Wizz Air CCO: The A321XLR No Longer Fits Our Business Model

Aviation Week Network · 08:44
Wizz Air CCO: The A321XLR No Longer Fits Our Business Model Wizz Air no longer has a business case for its Airbus A321XLRs so they are now being deployed as standard Neos, the airline's CCO told delegates at Routes Europe. guy.ferneyhoug… Tue, 05/19/2026 - 08:44 Author Victoria Moores Content source Routes Aviation Daily Primary Category Airports & Networks
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Trump-Xi thaw revives Boeing’s China hopes, but challenges remain

CAPA · 01:30
The tentative thaw in US-China relations following President Donald Trump's state visit to China has delivered what could become one of the most strategically important commercial aviation developments of the decade: the prospect of Boeing re-entering the Chinese market at scale. While the announced commitment for an initial 200 aircraft fell short of market expectations, it nevertheless signals a potential turning point after years of political tension, regulatory disputes and industrial rivalry that severely curtailed Boeing's position in the world's largest growth market for commercial aircraft. The report examines whether this political breakthrough can translate into firm commercial orders, and explores how Boeing's absence has reshaped China's aviation landscape. Airbus has steadily strengthened its dominance through local industrial integration, while COMAC's C919 programme has emerged as both a national strategic priority and an increasingly credible competitor in the narrowbod
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18 May 2026

AirAsia receives first A321LR

FlightGlobal · 03:08
AirAsia Group will also embark on “proactive fleet management” for the year, with its total fleet reduced. Malaysia’s AirAsia has received its first Airbus A321LR, with a second due to join its fleet in June. The low-cost carrier disclosed the delivery in its financial results for the quarter ended 31 March. The first of at… The post AirAsia receives first A321LR first appeared on FlightGlobal.
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From long-range narrowbodies to ultra-long-range widebodies, route rules are changing

CAPA · 01:30
The economics and geography of long haul aviation are entering a period of structural change. As more Airbus A321XLRs enter commercial service and ultra-long-range aircraft such as the A350-1000ULR prepare to redefine passenger endurance, airlines are increasingly challenging the traditional rules of global network planning. This analysis explores how long-range narrowbodies are enabling airlines to bypass congested hubs, open thinner intercontinental routes and experiment with new low-risk growth models. At the same time, projects such as Qantas' ultra-long-haul ambitions and AirAsia's proposed Bahrain hub highlight how airlines are pushing route strategy to opposite extremes. Yet the industry's enthusiasm is being tempered by operational realities. Fuel volatility, geopolitical instability, passenger comfort concerns and infrastructure limitations are reshaping airline thinking around long-haul economics. From the recalibration of Wizz Air's XLR ambitions to the looming arrival of th
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16 May 2026

Croatia Airlines A220 suffers runway excursion during aborted take-off at Split

FlightGlobal · 16:27
Twinjet bound for Frankfurt apparently hits signboard as it veers onto grass. One of Croatia Airlines’ Airbus A220-300s has suffered a runway excursion while aborting take-off from Split. The aircraft (9A-CAN) had been bound for Frankfurt as flight OU412 on 16 May. But during its take-off roll from Split’s runway 23, the aircraft veered to… The post Croatia Airlines A220 suffers runway excursion during aborted take-off at Split first appeared on FlightGlobal.
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11 May 2026

Lufthansa Group Orders More A350s And 787s

AirInsight · 19:54
Lufthansa Group has ordered an additional ten Airbus A350-900s and ten Boeing 787-9s. The Supervisory Board approved the order on
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Lufthansa Group approves order for more A350s and 787s

FlightGlobal · 17:55
Twenty additional aircraft set to arrive from 2032. Lufthansa Group has approved an order for 20 more long-haul aircraft, split equally between the Airbus A350-900 and the Boeing 787-9. The twinjets are scheduled to be delivered over the course of 2032-34. But the company has yet to decide which of its carriers will receive the… The post Lufthansa Group approves order for more A350s and 787s first appeared on FlightGlobal.
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Airbus A220 order – and potentially a new stretched version – open market opportunities for AirAsia

CAPA · 01:30
AirAsia's order for 150 Airbus A220s has significant ramifications for the airline's future fleet and network structure, and the deal could also be important for Airbus' next steps in the A220 programme. The airline confirmed the order in Mirabel, Canada on 6-May-2026, although it was hardly a secret that it was going to select Airbus in its quest to add a smaller narrowbody. Negotiations between Airbus and AirAsia stretched for about a year, as AirAsia sought the best financial terms for the deal. Rumours had surfaced a few times that a deal was close, including before the Paris Airshow in Jun-2025. During a briefing in Mirabel, Capital A CEO and AirAsia Group Advisor Tony Fernandes gave some insights into the way the airline would use the A220s alongside its A321neos. He also gave a strong indication that the airline is interested in a prospective further stretched version of the A220. This could be a compelling factor as Airbus decides when to officially launch the -500 version of t
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8 May 2026

Emirates unveils a striking new UAE flag livery on its A380

Biz Today · 07:43
By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: Emirates today unveiled a striking livery of a large UAE flag emblazoned across the fuselage of its iconic Airbus A380 aircraft, the world’s largest commercial passenger aircraft. The new livery on A6-EVG, is an extension of the airline’s iconic tail design, and a powerful tribute to the spirit, ambition and unity … The post Emirates unveils a striking new UAE flag livery on its A380 appeared first on Biz Today.
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4 May 2026

Scenario: Why carbon brakes dominate modern fleets

MRO Business Today, Latest Aerospace News · 06:31
Modern commercial aircraft, including platforms like the Boeing 777-9 and Airbus A320neo, predominantly use carbon brake systems instead of traditional steel brakes. This shift is driven by the need for lighter weight, superior thermal performance, and longer service life. However, beyond performance, the real focus for airlines and MRO providers is economics, particularly how efficiently […] The post Scenario: Why carbon brakes dominate modern fleets appeared first on MRO Business Today, Latest Aerospace News.
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29 April 2026

China Southern unveils agreement for 137 A320neo-family jets

FlightGlobal · 17:36
Carrier becomes latest of several Chinese operators to disclose order for Airbus narrowbodies China Southern Airlines has entered a purchase agreement for 102 Airbus A320neo-family jets, plus a further 35 which will be allocated to subsidiary Xiamen Airlines. The carrier disclosed the agreement on 29 April. It states that the aircraft will be delivered to… The post China Southern unveils agreement for 137 A320neo-family jets first appeared on FlightGlobal.
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28 April 2026

Airbus Sees No Cancellations Or Postponements Due To Iran Conflict

Aviation Week Network · 18:44
Airbus Sees No Cancellations Or Postponements Due To Iran Conflict For 2026, Airbus continues to target 870 commercial aircraft deliveries and a €7.5 billion ($8.8 billion) adjusted operating profit. natalia.pelayo… Tue, 04/28/2026 - 18:44 Author Jens Flottau Content source Aviation Daily Primary Category Aircraft & Propulsion
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27 April 2026

American to raise $1.1bn in 32-aircraft deal

FlightGlobal · 19:30
The Fort Worth-based carrier is leveraging aircraft-backed financing to maintain liquidity levels under fuel-cost pressure. American Airlines‘ first enhanced equipment trust certificate (EETC) transaction of the year, the 2026-1 notes, will finance or refinance 32 Airbus and Boeing aircraft. The remaining proceeds are earmarked for general corporate purposes, including maintaining liquidity levels. The new debt… The post American to raise $1.1bn in 32-aircraft deal first appeared on FlightGlobal.
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24 April 2026

Air Canada receives first A321XLR after years of delays

FlightGlobal · 19:50
The carrier’s long-range narrowbody era finally begins with the receipt of its first of 30 A321XLRs. Air Canada has received its first Airbus A321XLR, with another 29 of the long-range single-aisle type expected to join the carrier’s fleet before decade-end. The aircraft, leased from SMBC Aviation Capital, was recently handed off at Airbus’ production facility… The post Air Canada receives first A321XLR after years of delays first appeared on FlightGlobal.
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Air Canada takes delivery of first Airbus A321XLR

AeroTime · 15:15
Air Canada took delivery of its first Airbus A321XLR on April 24, 2026, during a ceremony at the… Air Canada takes delivery of first Airbus A321XLR appeared first on AeroTime.
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LOT Polish: Airbus A220 Best Fit For Growing Polish Market

AirInsight · 06:05
When LOT Polish Airlines ordered 40 Airbus A220s at last year’s Paris Airshow , it was perceived by many –
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22 April 2026

German air force takes its final A400M, as Airborne Technologies announces ISR integration deal with Airbus

FlightGlobal · 14:12
Germany’s air force has received its 53rd and final A400M tactical transport from Airbus Defence & Space, with the delivery marked at the airframer’s final assembly site near Seville, Spain on 16 April. The delivery event for aircraft MSN147 – which bears the Luftwaffe serial number 54+63 – was attended by officials including Lieutenant General… The post German air force takes its final A400M, as Airborne Technologies announces ISR integration deal with Airbus first appeared on FlightGlobal.
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Airbus begins work to install first A350F’s main-deck cargo door

FlightGlobal · 09:06
Airbus has taken a big step towards completing its first A350 freighter with the arrival of the main-deck cargo door at its final assembly line facility in France. The door arrived in Toulouse on 21 April and installation will begin on the MSN700 prototype on 22 April, confirms Joel Rocker, chief engineer for the A350F.… The post Airbus begins work to install first A350F’s main-deck cargo door first appeared on FlightGlobal.
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20 April 2026

Air Astana Group adds new simulator for Airbus fleet

FlightGlobal · 08:22
Air Astana Group has introduced a second full-flight simulator at its training centre in the Kazakhstan capital, to support Airbus A320 operations. The Acron Aviation Reality7e system has been certified to European Union Aviation Safety Agency standards and approved by Kazakh regulatory authorities. Air Astana says it is the first airline in the country to… The post Air Astana Group adds new simulator for Airbus fleet first appeared on FlightGlobal.
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17 April 2026

JetBlue secures $500m of financing by offering 22 Airbus jets as collateral

FlightGlobal · 21:50
A confluence of fuel price shocks and longstanding profitability issues is putting intense financial pressure on the New York-based leisure carrier. JetBlue Airways has reached an agreement with affiliates of aircraft lessor Sky Leasing to secure up to $500 million in financing secured by the airline’s jets. The New York-based carrier disclosed the financial arrangement… The post JetBlue secures $500m of financing by offering 22 Airbus jets as collateral first appeared on FlightGlobal.
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EASA certifies A320neo with GTF Advantage, clearing path to service entry

FlightGlobal · 18:00
P&W insists the Advantage will address some of the durability problems affecting earlier-generation GTFs Europe’s aviation regulator has certificated Airbus A320neo-family jets powered by Pratt & Whitney’s new GTF Advantage PW1100G turbofans, an engine the manufacturer says burns less fuel and is more durable than prior variants. P&W disclosed the European Union Aviation Safety Agency’s… The post EASA certifies A320neo with GTF Advantage, clearing path to service entry first appeared on FlightGlobal.
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16 April 2026

Delivery swings and orders surge as Boeing and Airbus try to meet delivery targets for Q1

MRO Business Today, Latest Aerospace News · 09:35
March 2026 offered a revealing snapshot of the shifting dynamics between Airbus and Boeing, one that underscores not just production trends but deeper implications for the global MRO ecosystem. Airbus staged a strong monthly recovery, delivering 60 aircraft compared to just 35 in February, driven largely by a rebound in narrowbody output. Boeing, on the […] The post Delivery swings and orders surge as Boeing and Airbus try to meet delivery targets for Q1 appeared first on MRO Business Today, Latest Aerospace News.
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15 April 2026

Airbus completes fourth test flight of MQ-72 autonomous cargo helicopter

FlightGlobal · 16:37
The US branch of Airbus’ defence unit is competing the modified UH-72/H145 for a US Marine Corps aerial logistics programme, but also sees opportunity elsewhere. Airbus Helicopters is continuing to advance its new MQ-72 autonomous cargo rotorcraft, which is designed to fulfil a military logistics mission. The US subsidiary of Airbus Defence & Space says… The post Airbus completes fourth test flight of MQ-72 autonomous cargo helicopter first appeared on FlightGlobal.
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Airbus Preps A220 Airspace Cabins For Air Canada, Lufthansa, Qantas

Aviation Week Network · 13:15
Airbus Preps A220 Airspace Cabins For Air Canada, Lufthansa, Qantas Airbus has identified the first three customers for the Airspace cabin in the A220 narrowbody, with first deliveries planned for later this year. natalia.pelayo… Wed, 04/15/2026 - 13:15 Author Thierry Dubois Content source Aviation Daily Primary Category Interiors & Connectivity
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First Qantas A350-1000 prepares for flight-test programme

FlightGlobal · 12:59
Qantas’s first Airbus A350-1000 for its Project Sunrise programme is preparing to begin two months of flight-testing, having emerged fitted with its Rolls-Royce Trent XWB-97 engines. Project Sunrise is the Australian carrier’s plan to open nonstop services to Sydney from London and New Yorkcities. Final assembly of the initial twinjet, which has been designated a… The post First Qantas A350-1000 prepares for flight-test programme first appeared on FlightGlobal.
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14 April 2026

Airbus shows off exclusive double suite as A350-1000 first-class concept

FlightGlobal · 15:05
Airbus has presented a teaser of its vision for next-generation first-class experiences for its A350-1000, through further development of its cabin product. Given the demand for premium accommodation, the airframer is adapting the interior of its largest twinjet to allow a larger first-class cabin – a measure which, it says, is “fitting for a flagship”.… The post Airbus shows off exclusive double suite as A350-1000 first-class concept first appeared on FlightGlobal.
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11 April 2026

Latest A220 deliveries take total beyond 500

FlightGlobal · 09:25
Airbus’s latest backlog figures show the total number of delivered A220s has exceeded 500, a decade after the type entered service as the Bombardier CSeries. Bombardier delivered 37 of the CSeries aircraft — comprising 29 CS300s and eight CS100s — before Airbus acquired the programme in mid-2018 and respectively rebranded the models as the A220-300… The post Latest A220 deliveries take total beyond 500 first appeared on FlightGlobal.
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10 April 2026

Airbus delivers 500th A220 aircraft as March totals show decisive ramp up

AeroTime · 10:30
Airbus is celebrating delivery of the 500th Airbus A220 aircraft, a day after publishing March results that show… Airbus delivers 500th A220 aircraft as March totals show decisive ramp up appeared first on AeroTime.
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Emirates Maintains A380 Copenhagen Service From June 2026

AeroRoutes · 01:00
Published at 1800PDT 09APR26 / 0100GMT 10APR26 Emirates in recent schedule update revised planned Dubai – Copenhagen service for Northern summer 2026 season. The airline from 01JUN26 will maintain Airbus A380 service on daily basis, as planned 2nd daily EK153/154 service is now scheduled from 01OCT26, instead of 01JUN26. The schedule filing also sees the airline will maintain A380 service on EK151/152 service when it launches the 2nd daily flight. It previously planned to switch to 1 daily each 777-300ER and A350-900, ultimately 2 daily A350-900 by 01DEC26. Schedule below focuses on the period of 01JUL26 – 30SEP26. EK151 DXB0820 – 1315CPH 388 D EK152 CPH1515 – 2345DXB 388 D EK151/152 will be operated by the new 567-seater 3-class A380 from 01JUL26.
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