Comac Signs C929 MOUs With Safran And Crane Aerospace

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Comac continues progressing its widebody ambitions with the signing of Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs) with Safran (France) and Crane Aerospace & Electronics (United States) for systems integration on its in-development C929 aircraft. These agreements were announced during the Paris Airshow and indicate Comac’s intention to secure critical subsystems and engineering expertise from internationally established suppliers as it moves forward with the C929…

Comac Plans Two New C919 Variants And Delays C929 EIS

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Comac has unveiled plans to significantly expand its C919 program with two new versions of the aircraft while revising the entry-into-service timeline for its long-range widebody project, the C929. At the Paris Airshow, the Chinese aircraft manufacturer disclosed its intention to introduce a shortened 160-seat variant of the C919 specifically designed for “hot and high” operational…

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ATR And Pratt & Whitney Canada Collaborate On New Turboprop Tech

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ATR and Pratt & Whitney Canada have unveiled a new partnership aimed at advancing propulsion technologies for future generations of regional turboprop aircraft. Announced during the airshow, the collaboration is expected to focus on developing more efficient, sustainable, and cost-effective propulsion systems, aligning with industry goals for reduced emissions and improved performance in short- to medium-haul aviation.

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Riyadh Air Orders 25 Airbus A350-1000 Aircraft

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Riyadh Air, the new Saudi Arabian carrier backed by the kingdom’s Public Investment Fund (PIF), has placed a firm order for 25 Airbus A350-1000 aircraft, marking a critical step in building its long-haul, full-service fleet. The agreement includes the option to increase the order to 50 aircraft, showcasing the airline’s ambitious growth trajectory.

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Frontier Airlines Selects GTF Engines For 91 A321neos

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Frontier Airlines, a U.S.-based ultra-low-cost carrier, has announced the selection of GTF engines from Pratt & Whitney to power its incoming fleet of 91 Airbus A321neo aircraft. The first aircraft is expected to be delivered in the fourth quarter of 2026, reinforcing the airline’s commitment to operational efficiency and sustainability.

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Croatia Airlines To Receive Two A220-300s In June 2025

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Croatia Airlines is continuing its narrowbody fleet renewal with the scheduled delivery of two Airbus A220-300s, bearing serial numbers 55363 and 55357, later in June 2025. This fleet expansion is part of a phased transition away from older aircraft models and toward more fuel-efficient, next-generation airframes.

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AviLease Orders A350F And A320neo Aircraft With Expansion Option

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AviLease, the Saudi Arabia-based aircraft leasing firm, has announced a major fleet acquisition plan with Airbus, placing firm orders for 10 A350F freighters and 30 A320neo Family aircraft. The agreement includes provisions to expand the order to as many as 22 A350Fs and 55 A320neos, reflecting the company’s long-term growth strategy.

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ANA Holdings Finalizes B787-9 And B737-8 Orders

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ANA Holdings, parent company of All Nippon Airways, has confirmed a large-scale aircraft acquisition agreement with Boeing, solidifying plans to modernize and expand its fleet. The firm order includes 23 Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners and options for up to 22 Boeing 737-8 MAX aircraft, reinforcing the carrier’s long-term growth and sustainability strategy.

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LOT Nears Airbus A220 Deal For Up To 84 Jets

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Airbus is reportedly close to finalizing a major aircraft deal with LOT Polish Airlines for the acquisition of approximately 40 A220 aircraft, with options for an additional 44 jets, significantly boosting the airline’s modernization and expansion strategy. The agreement, expected to be one of LOT’s most substantial fleet investments in recent years, would mark a key shift in the carrier’s…

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Eastar Jet Plans B737-8 Fleet Expansion In 2025

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Eastar Jet, a low-cost carrier based in South Korea, has announced a planned capital increase of $43.9 million, set to be completed within June 2025. The move is part of a broader effort to strengthen the airline’s financial foundation and enable fleet growth as it continues its recovery in the post-pandemic aviation environment.