India’s DGCA announced the de-registration of 54 aircraft in the first fleet following a decision by the Delhi High Court. The court directed that the lessors and their authorized representatives undertake all maintenance tasks related to the aircraft up to…
With the first third of the year completed, here is our preliminary assessment of new deliveries. Asia-Pacific has picked up now that MAX deliveries are occurring. Based on the preliminary numbers, deliveries might come in under 2023 levels—of course, that…
News is emerging from Asia that Air China has ordered 100 C919s in a deal valued at $10.8 billion (based on list prices), The initial media reaction reports this boosts the home team against Airbus and Boeing. Well, sort of.…
Airbus announced lower-than-expected operating profits and cash flow. The OEM had previously announced hiring more staff to prepare for rising aircraft demand, reaffirming its 2024 financial targets. Airbus also announced a higher target rate for the A350 program, from 10…
Ending years of speculation, IndiGo, the Delhi-based low-cost airline, on Thursday placed a firm order for 30 A350-900 aircraft and has “purchase rights” for an additional 70 A350 family aircraft at its discretion for possible future needs under certain conditions.…
Airbus PR — Airbus announced that C. Jeffrey Knittel is retiring as Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Airbus Americas, Inc., effective June 3, 2024, after serving as the region’s top executive since 2018. He will remain with Airbus through…