Airbus January 2026 orders & deliveries

Airbus has released the first figures of the new year. Last month, it received 49 orders and was able to deliver nineteen aircraft. The details are as follow:

Ordered were:

1 A330-900 by Air Algérie
8 A320neos by IAG
6 A321neos by IAG
24 A320neos by Spring Airlines
6 A321neos by Spring Airlines
8 A321neos by Undisclosed customers

Delivered were:

1 A321neo to Aer Lingus
1 A220-300 to Air Canada
1 A220-300 to Air France
1 A220-300 to Breeze Airways
1 A320neo to Condor
1 A320neo to Frontier Airlines
1 A320neo to Hainan Airlines
1 A320neo to IndiGo
1 A320neo to Jetstar Airways
1 A320neo to Royal Jordanian
1 A350-900 to Swiss
2 A321neos to Turkish Airlines
3 A321neos to United Airlines
1 A321neo to VietJetAir
2 A321neos to Wizz Air

Photo by Airbus.

Boeing January 2026 orders & deliveries

Boeing had the best January since 2012, by receiving 107 orders. Next to this, it also got four cancellations and delivered 46 new Boeings.

Ordered were:

20 B737MAXs by Air India
50 B737MAXs by Aviation Capital Group
30 B787-10s by Delta Air Lines
4 B787-9s by EVA Air
1 B737MAX by TUI
2 B737MAXs by Undisclosed customer(s)
Cancelled were:

2 B787-8s by Air Niugini
1 B737MAX by Air Europa
1 B737MAX by BOC Aviation

Delivered were:

2 B737MAXs to AerCap
1 B787-9 to Air India
3 B737MAXs to Air Lease Corporation
1 B787-10 to Air Lease Corporation
2 B737MAXs to Akasa Air
4 B737MAXs to American Airlines
2 B737MAXs to Aviation Capital Group
1 B737MAX to Avolon Aerospace Leasing
1 B737MAX to CDB Leasing
1 B737MAX to Copa Airlines
2 B737MAXs to Dubai Aerospace Enterprise
1 B787-10 to KLM
1 B737MAX to Korean Air
1 B787-9 to Lufthansa
2 B737MAXs to Macquarie AirFinance Holdings
1 B777F to MSC Air Cargo
1 B737MAX to Oman Air
1 B777F to Silk Way West Airlines
1 B737MAX to Singapore Airlines
1 B737MAX to Southwest Airlines
4 B737MAXs to SunExpress
3 B737MAXs to TUI
1 B777F to Turkish Airlines
6 B737MAXs to United Airlines
1 KC-46A to the USAF
1 B737MAX to VietJet Air
Illustration by Boeing.

 

SPECIAL COLOURS - Azul will have a special livery on its Cessna Caravan aircraft.

To celebrate this milestone, Azul has created a commemorative livery that will be installed on the aircraft receiving this first kit. The artwork was created by artist Pedro Padro, who highlighted on his LinkedIn profile that "The illustration was done 100% by hand, as I always do, without the use of stock images or artificial intelligence."
 

FLEET - Nigerian Airline Enugu Air Receives New Embraer E190 (5N-EN0)

Founded in July 2025, Enugu Air initially began operations under the Air Operator Certificate (AOC) of XEJet Limited. The airline currently uses a combination of Embraer E170 and E190 jets.
 

ROUTES - TAAG Cargo to Launch Weekly Boeing 737-800 Freighter Service to Accra

Angola’s national carrier, TAAG Angola Airlines, will launch a weekly Boeing 737-800 freighter service to Accra from next month, expanding its dedicated cargo network across West Africa, the airline’s Cargo Director David Ambridge said on February 9, 2026.

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REBRAND - Skytrans Brand Resurrected As Owner Ditches Smartlynx Name

Skytrans, which took the SmartLynx brand in July last year to bring it into alignment with other airlines in the Avia Solutions Group, has brought back its former branding following the collapse of SmartLynx Latvia at the end of November.

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NEW LIVERY - Luxair's first B737-800 with the new livery (LX-LBB)

Photos: Luxair

 

DEFUNCT AIRLINES - Zuliana de Aviación C.A. - (1985–1997)

Zuliana de Aviación was a Venezuelan cargo and passenger airline (1985–1997) based in Maracaibo that operated a fleet including Boeing 727s, DC-8s, and notably 5 McDonnell-Douglas DC-9-30s.

 

Porlamar - Venezuela - Flyingphotos / YV-497C - McDonnell Douglas DC-9-30

The airline served domestic and international destinations before ceasing operations in 1997, with its fleet fully retired by 2002.

Miami 11-3-1993 - YV-466C : Boeing 727-251  - Originally a cargo airline

Photo: Lewis Grant

Fleet: Included McDonnell Douglas DC-9-32 (e.g., YV-495C) and DC-9-31 (e.g., YV-459C) aircraft.

Operations: Began as a cargo carrier in 1985 before expanding into passenger service.

The airline was named after Zulia state and was a notable operator of older jetliners in Venezuela during the 1990s. 

YV-460C (c/n 45640 l/n 175, series -54CF) was built as teh first series -54CF in 1963 for Trans Canada/Air Canada. 

It was then sold to Cargolux in 1985 and to Arca Colombia just few months later. Zuliana bought the plane from Arca in October 1989. 

It will be retired and scrapped in MIA after the service in Venezuela. 

Pictured in MIA in December 1989 with this anonymous white color scheme.

Photo: Guido Allieri collection

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YV-460C - Douglas DC-8-50 - Cargo - Oct 1989 - Scrapped
YV-461C - Douglas DC-8-50 - Dec 1992 - Scrapped lsd
YV-499C - Douglas DC-8-50 - Cargo - Mar 1994 - Sep 1996 - Scrapped
YV-458C - McDonnell Douglas DC-9-30 - Jun 1993 - Apr 1997 - Scrapped lsd
YV-459C - McDonnell Douglas DC-9-30 - Jun 1993 - Apr 1997 - Scrapped lsd
YV-495C - McDonnell Douglas DC-9-30 - Y107 - Mar 1995 - Apr 1997 - Scrapped General Jose Antonio Paez
YV-496C - McDonnell Douglas DC-9-30 - Sep 1994 - Apr 1997 - Scrapped - General Santiago Mariño
YV-497C - McDonnell Douglas DC-9-30

ROUTES - Sunrise Airways (Haiti) to launch flights from Santo Domingo to Antigua and Tortola in early March 2026, with ERJ140 operated by its subsidiary, Sunrise Airways Dominicana.

Photo: Sunrise
 

NEW AIRLINE - Motu Link Airline (French Polynesia) will operate ATR72-500F on planned services from Papeete to Bora Bora, Nuku Hiva, Raiatea, Rangiroa and Tubuai in 2026

Motu Link Airline is a new, Papeete-based cargo carrier in French Polynesia, founded to provide dedicated inter-island freight services using ATR72-500(F) aircraft. Securing its AOC in June 2025, it aims to support the local economy by transporting, for example, perishable goods to islands like Bora Bora, Raiatea, and Rangiroa. 

The airline was established to fill a gap in the market for dedicated, fast, and reliable air freight, reducing dependence on slower maritime shipping.
As of February 2026, planned routes include 3x weekly rotations to Raiatea, 2x to Bora Bora, 2x to Rangiroa, and weekly to Tubuai, with additional, complex triangular routes connecting, for example, Papeete-Nuku Hiva-Bora Bora-Papeete.
Fleet: The airline intends to operate an ATR72-500(F), with plans to scale up to a fleet of three aircraft by 2027.

 

FLEET - MyWay Airlines (Georgia) plans to add a second B777-200ER in 2026 as the carrier shifts its focus to ACMI flights with widebodies.

 

ROUTES - Avior Airlines (Venezuela) will operate flights between Bogotá and Caracas in February 2026, and flights to Medellín starting in March.

The carrier also anticipates expanding into new regional markets, including Peru and the US, backed by the addition of two more aircraft.

Photo: Avior 

FLLET / ROUTES - GOL (Brazil) requests for summer slots from Sao Paulo Guarulhos to Lisbon, London, Paris, Rome, Orlando and Miami, from 01 June 2026, with A330-300.

 

Air Anka (Turkiye) will wet lease one A330 to United Nigeria Airlines for long-haul services based in Lagos from July 2026.

The current A330 on wet lease to flyadeal (Saudi Arabia) will continue, as well.

Air Anka plans to gradually add five B737-800 aircraft through financial leasing ahead of the summer 2026 season. With the new additions, the carrier will also initiate its transition toward scheduled airline operations. Further fleet expansion is under evaluation

Photo: Air Anka

FLEET - Asman Airlines (Kyrgyzstan) aims to acquire two A321s by early 2027.

Photos: Asman Airlines

 

FLEET - airBaltic Receives its Newest Airbus A220-300 Aircraft

Riga. At the beginning of February, the Latvian airline airBaltic welcomed its newest Airbus A220-300 jet, registered as YL-BTC, in Riga. This is the first aircraft delivered to airBaltic in 2026 and the 53rd of this type overall.

The newest jet strengthens airBaltic’s Airbus A220-300 fleet, which operates across the airline’s route network, connecting passengers to a wide range of destinations. The aircraft is also used in cooperation with partners in other European markets through ACMI services. This flexible approach allows airBaltic to adjust capacity as needed and make efficient use of its fleet throughout the year, taking seasonal demand into account.

Since the introduction of Airbus A220-300 into its fleet in 2016, airBaltic has carried more than 24 million passengers on the Airbus A220-300, operated approximately 250 000 flights, and logged over 551 000 flight hours, demonstrating the suitability of this aircraft type for both shorter and longer routes.

The Airbus A220-300 aircraft offer improved passenger comfort features, including wider seats, larger windows, and increased overhead baggage space. At the same time, the aircraft feature a significantly lower noise level and reduced CO₂ and NOx emissions compared to previous generation aircraft, reinforcing their efficiency and environmental performance.


In 2025, airBaltic became the first European airline to offer free high-speed SpaceX Starlink internet on board. Currently, more than 20 aircraft are equipped with this technology, and installations are continuing on additional aircraft, allowing passengers to remain connected from boarding to landing throughout their journey.

FLEET / ORDER - TAP Air Portugal will take delivery of two more A330neo aircraft as part of the fleet modernization and expansion plan.

Serial 2158 is the first of two. In total, 22 more Airbus aircraft will arrive 2028, including 10 A320neo, 10 A321neo and the two A330neo.

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FRONTIER AIRLINES / A321NEO / N619FR

 Duncan Stewart

FLEET - My Freighter plans to add as many as five B767-300Fs in 2026, taking its fleet past ten freighters.

Photo: Paul Bannwarth
 

FLEET - EGYPTAIR takes delivery of its first of 16 Airbus A350-900 aircraft

Toulouse, France 09 February 2026 - EGYPTAIR has taken delivery of its first of 16 Airbus A350‑900 on order, becoming the launch operator for the type in North Africa. The A350 will support the airline’s long‑haul fleet modernisation and network expansion with new non‑stop routes to key destinations including the US West Coast and North Asia, from its Cairo hub. EGYPTAIR currently operates an Airbus fleet of eight A320neos, seven A321neos and 11 A330 Family aircraft, including five A330-200P2F.

The aircraft features a two-class configuration, comprising 30 Business Class suites with direct aisle access and 310 Economy Class seats. The unique, latest-generation Airspace cabin is designed to improve the long-haul experience for both passengers and crew through enhanced ergonomics and greater comfort.

The A350 is the world’s most modern widebody aircraft, designed to fly up to 9,700 nautical miles / 18,000 kilometres non-stop, setting new standards for intercontinental travel. The aircraft includes state-of-the-art technologies and aerodynamics delivering unmatched standards of efficiency and comfort. Its latest generation Rolls-Royce engines and use of lightweight materials bring a 25 per cent advantage in fuel burn, operating costs and carbon dioxide (CO₂) emissions, compared to previous generation competitor aircraft.

As with all Airbus aircraft, the A350 aircraft is already able to operate with up to 50% Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF). Airbus is targeting to have its aircraft up to 100% SAF capable by 2030.

At the end of January 2026, the A350 Family had won over 1,500 orders from 67 customers worldwide.
Airbus

 

ORDER - De Havilland Canada Delivers OEM Refurbished Dash 8-400 to TrueNoord

De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Limited (De Havilland Canada) is pleased to announce the delivery of one OEM refurbished Dash 8-400 aircraft to regional aircraft leasing specialist, TrueNoord. The aircraft will be placed on lease to Nexus Airlines, a growing regional carrier in Australia.

“We are delighted to expand our relationship with TrueNoord and to support Nexus Airlines as they build their regional fleet around the Dash 8-400,” said Ryan DeBrusk, Vice President, Sales and Marketing, De Havilland Canada. “Our OEM Refurbished Program delivers high-quality aircraft designed to meet the needs of growing regional operations, while providing exceptional value, performance, and reliability.”

Refurbished at De Havilland Canada’s Calgary facilities, an OEM Refurbished Dash 8-400 offers the proven dependability of a new-production aircraft along with tailored upgrades to suit customer requirements. This makes it an ideal choice for operators seeking a cost-effective, dependable, and high-performance solution.

The deal underscores the growing demand for the Dash 8-400’s unbeatable combination of performance, efficiency, and versatility—qualities that have made it a backbone of regional fleets worldwide.

Carst Lindeboom, Director Asia Pacific, TrueNoord, commented: “We are excited to partner with De Havilland Canada on this project. The OEM Refurbished Program ensures delivery of a Dash 8-400 that is both reliable and versatile, and we are confident it will enable our customer to deliver vital air services with confidence.” Michael McConachy, Managing Director, Nexus Airlines, added: “This acquisition marks an important milestone in our fleet strategy. With the support of TrueNoord and De Havilland Canada, we are strengthening our commitment to providing reliable, community-focused air services in Western Australia with world-class aircraft.”

AIRPORT - EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg

Paul Bannwarth
 

ORDER - Air Algérie has placed an additional order for one Airbus A330- 900neo, increasing its total firm commitment for the widebody aircraft to nine, according to Airbus’s latest backlog data released at the end of January.

Air Algérie has placed an additional order for one Airbus A330 900neo, increasing its total firm commitment for the widebody aircraft to nine, according to Airbus’s latest backlog data released at the end of January.

Photo: Air Algerie

 

ROUTES - Condor celebrates inaugural flight to Haikou and expands China offering

Condor celebrated the inaugural flight from Haikou on Friday, 6 February 2026, further expanding its China programme. With the launch of this new service, Condor is serving Haikou Meilan International Airport (HAK) for the first time, the most important international hub of the Chinese island province of Hainan.

The route is operated as a seasonal service twice weekly until 9 March 2026. Flights depart Frankfurt on Sundays and Thursdays, operate via Bangkok (BKK) and arrive in Haikou (HAK) on Mondays and Fridays. With this service, Condor is responding to increased demand around the Chinese New Year period.

By adding Haikou to its network, Condor strengthens its engagement in the Chinese market and further expands its presence on the island of Hainan. Complementing the services to Sanya, which have been offered since July 2025, Condor is creating additional capacity for both leisure and business travel between Europe and China.

Haikou is gaining increasing importance as a key transport hub and tourist centre on the island of Hainan. The new service further enhances Condor’s Asia portfolio and provides travellers and distribution partners with additional travel options to southern China.

SPECIAL COLOURS - ITA Airways unveils special Olympic A320 livery for Milano Cortina

ITA Airways has unveiled a special Airbus A320 livery to mark the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games, as part of its role as Official Airline Sponsor.

The A320-200, registered EI-DSY, has returned to commercial service repainted in the Olympic-themed livery and will operate across the carrier’s short- and medium-haul network. The livery features artwork by Italian illustrator Emiliano Ponzi and is intended to position the aircraft as a flying ambassador for the Olympic and Paralympic Games, integrating Games branding into ITA Airways’ daily operations.

Photos:ITA Airways

CARGO AIRLINE - Rimbun Air / Boeing 737-86Q(SF) / PK-OTD

Wenzhou - ZSWZ, China
Photo: Locky Lin


A brief history
Rimbun Air was founded in 2017, initially operating with DHC-6 aircraft, focusing on charter flights for passengers and cargo, primarily in remote areas of Papua.

In 2021, it expanded its fleet with Boeing 737-300 aircraft, offering air cargo routes to Makassar, Kendari, and Pontianak.

In early 2022, the addition of another Boeing 737-300 allowed it to expand operations to Banjarmasin and Balikpapan.

At the end of 2022, it received its first Boeing 737-800, launching new routes to Pekanbaru, Batam, Palu, Gorontalo, and Manado.

In 2023, it added two more Boeing 737-300 aircraft and expanded services to Jayapura and Wamena.

SPECIAL COLOURS - Vueling / A320-214 / EC-KLB - New Cantabria Infinita special livery

Photo: Pablo Gonzalez de Leon

AIR ZETA / HL7417 / HL7417 / Boeing 747-48E(BDSF)

Duncan Stewart