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quinta-feira, 24 de setembro de 2026
FLEET - Sun Phu Quoc Airways receives its first Airbus A330 aircraft.
VN-A969, an A330-200 that American retired in 2020 and left parked for six years in Roswell and Marana, landed in Seattle on the first leg of its ferry flight to Vietnam, where it will become the first of eight widebodies for Sun PhuQuoc Airways.
SPA bought eight A330-200s from that batch (all ex US Airways / American, powered by Rolls-Royce Trent 772B-60 engines) to have its own widebody capacity while it waits for the Boeing 787-9s. The Dreamliner order, for up to 40 aircraft, was announced in February 2026; deliveries are not expected before 2031
FLEET - Alaska Airlines to start B737-800 Hawaiian ops in early 4Q26
Starting October 3, 2026, Alaska Airlines (AS, Seattle Tacoma International) will introduce a B737-800 daily on select Honolulu-Kahului flights, supplementing subsidiary Hawaiian Airlines’ Neighbour Island capacity, which is currently served with the carrier’s B717-200 fleet.
This is the first step in Alaska Airlines’ plan to retire Hawaiian’s B717 fleet in 2028 and transition to a B737 island service.
“The additional B737 flights between Honolulu and Kahului will provide more passenger and cargo capacity while helping maintain the frequency, reliability, and connectivity,” Alaska Airlines said in a statement.
ch-aviation fleets data shows Alaska Air Group operates nineteen B717-200s, with an average age of 24.7 years. It is one of two operators of the type globally, the other being Delta Air Lines. Alaska Airlines operates fifty-nine B737-800s, aged 18.5 years on average.
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FLEET - Sun PhuQuoc Airways (Vietnam) took delivery of its 20th aircraft, an A321LR, serial 13020.
The remaining eight A321LR aircraft are expected to join the fleet soon.
Photo: Sun PhuQuoc Airways
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Jubba Airways (Somalia) resumed flight domestic and international operations, following the recent delivery of one B737-300 QC, serial 26851.
Enugu Air to Launch First International Service to DoualaAirlines Nigeria
Enugu Air, the Enugu State government-backed Nigerian carrier, will inaugurate its first international route on Wednesday September 23, 2026, with twice-weekly nonstop flights between Enugu and Douala, Cameroon, the airline said.
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Riyadh Air (Saudi Arabia) plans Riyadh – Milan Malpensa flights on 16 December 2026, with B787-9.
Saudi's Riyadh Air targets 100 global destinations by 2030
The latest routes out of Riyadh include Manila Ninoy Aquino International, Bangkok Suvarnabhumi, Islamabad International, Lahore International, Mumbai International, Dhaka, and Kuala Lumpur International.
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Vietnam Airlines plans Hanoi – Ahmedabad route on 25 October 2026, with A321 aircraft
Sun PhuQuoc Airways (Vietnam) plans to add A330-200 aircraft on the Hanoi – Phu Quoc route from 25 October 2026.
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Edelweiss Air (Switzerland) is suspending the Zurich – Tampa service during spring 2027, which is flown by A350-900.
Vietnam Airlines plans Hanoi – Ahmedabad route on 25 October 2026, with A321 aircraft
Sun PhuQuoc Airways (Vietnam) plans to add A330-200 aircraft on the Hanoi – Phu Quoc route from 25 October 2026.
Norse Atlantic (Norway) suspends service to New York JFK from both London Gatwick and Rome, during winter 2026/27.
Parata Air (South Korea) secures operating rights for Shanghai and Hangzhou from Seoul Incheon and Yangyang.
DHL Express (Germany) operated the first direct DHL flight between Bahrain and Johannesburg, with B767F.
Air Travel (China) plans winter 2026/27 flights on the Changsha – Jinghong – Bangkok Suvarnabhumi route from 25 October 2026, with A320.
AJet (Turkiye) plans flights to Almaty and Astana from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen in early January 2027, with B737-800 from parent Turkish Airlines.
AJet (Turkiye) plans flights to Almaty and Astana from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen in early January 2027, with B737-800 from parent Turkish Airlines.
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quarta-feira, 23 de setembro de 2026
ORDER - Malaysia Airlines nears B787-10 order
Malaysia Aviation Group is closing in on an order for around ten B787-10s for Malaysia Airlines (MH, Kuala Lumpur International), Bloomberg reported on September 18, 2026, citing people familiar with the discussions.
Deliveries would begin in 2031, with the aircraft replacing the carrier's seven leased A350-900s and providing additional growth capacity.
Boeing has reportedly moved ahead of Airbus after offering earlier delivery slots, while General Electric's engine proposal was said to offer better terms than Rolls-Royce's. The report said MAG has been considering replacing the A350s partly because of high lease rentals.
MAG previously confirmed to ch-aviation in November 2025 that it planned to issue a request for proposals for new widebodies to replace its long-haul fleet. It then expected to complete the selection process in the first quarter of 2026, with deliveries beginning in 2031.
In June 2026, MAG said it had yet to make a decision and expected to conclude the review in the fourth quarter. CEO Nasaruddin Bakar later said the group was considering more than seven aircraft to provide both replacement and growth capacity.
Malaysia Airlines previously pursued the Boeing widebodies in 2017 through a memorandum of understanding covering eight B787-9s, but the provisional agreement lapsed in 2018. In March 2025, it ordered an incremental eighteen B737-8s and twelve B737-10s with a further 30 options for undisclosed B737 MAX variants to complete a narrowbody fleet renewal by 2030.
Malaysia Airlines operates a fleet of 93 aircraft, comprising three A330-200s, three A330-200Fs, thirteen A330-300s, ten A330-900Ns, seven A350-900s, nineteen B737-8s, and thirty-eight B737-800s, ch-aviation data shows.
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ORDER - Boeing and Turkish Airlines Finalize Order for up to 150 737 MAX Jets
737 MAX will strengthen Turkish Airlines' short- and medium-haul network
NEW YORK, Sept. 23, 2026 /PRNewswire(opens in a new tab)/ -- Boeing [NYSE: BA] and Turkish Airlines today announced an order for up to 150 737 MAX airplanes, concluding the discussions initiated in 2025 and supporting the flag carrier's expansion goals.
The agreement for the 737 MAX order was finalized in the presence of His Excellency Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, president of the Republic of Türkiye.
Boeing and Turkish Airlines Finalize Order for up to 150 737 MAX Jets.
Prof Murat Şeker, Turkish Airlines chairman of the board and the executive committee; His Excellency Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, president of the Republic of Türkiye; and Stephanie Pope, president and CEO of Boeing Commercial Airplanes, mark the signing of Turkish Airlines' order for up to 150 737 MAX airplanes.
Turkish Airlines purchased 100 737-8 airplanes and secured options for 50 more 737 MAX jets, making this the airline's largest Boeing single-aisle order. The agreement includes substitution rights for the 737-10, the largest 737 MAX variant, so Turkish Airlines can comfortably serve more passengers on more routes to meet growing demand.
"This agreement marks another significant step in the continued expansion of our fleet. The new Boeing 737 MAX aircraft will bring greater efficiency and flexibility to our operations, supporting the extensive network we serve from our hub in Istanbul," said Prof Murat Şeker, Turkish Airlines chairman of the board and the executive committee. "We are pleased to build on our longstanding cooperation with Boeing through an agreement that also supports Türkiye's aviation ecosystem."
Turkish Airlines (including AJet) operates a fleet of more than 200 Boeing airplanes, including the 737 MAX, 787 Dreamliner, 777, 737 Next-Generation and 777 Freighter. By adding more 737-8 jets to its fleet, the airline will leverage the airplane's range, payload flexibility and fuel efficiency to serve high-demand domestic and international routes.
"This order reflects the trust and shared vision that have defined our long-standing partnership with Turkish Airlines," said Stephanie Pope, president and CEO of Boeing Commercial Airplanes. "We're proud to continue our support of Türkiye's aviation ecosystem and Turkish Airlines as it grows its Istanbul-based network, connecting more people and destinations worldwide."
The 737 MAX family reduces fuel use and emissions by 20% compared to the airplanes they replace, enabling lower operating costs and supporting the airline's growth strategy to meet rising travel demand.
Turkish Airlines' 737 MAX purchase builds on its 2025 order for up to 75 787 Dreamliners as part of the global carrier's investment in fleet and network expansion. The agreement is also accompanied by industrial participation, under which Boeing continues its commitment and support of the Turkish aviation ecosystem.
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The fleet will grow to 20 aircraft within five years, with two more B787-8 due by early 2027, and the first B787-9 in 2H 2027.
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FLEET - Cyprus Airways will take delivery of two ex-Spirit A320neo by the end of 1Q 2027.
Two other aircraft are expected to follow from 2028.
terça-feira, 22 de setembro de 2026
Japan Airlines Renews Pool Program Agreement With Embraer To Support E-Jet Operations
Agreement extension reinforces Embraer’s commitment to supporting airlines across APAC
Embraer (NYSE: EMBJ / B3: EMBJ3) and Japan Airlines (JAL) have extended their long-standing partnership through a multi-year agreement under Embraer's Pool Program, providing comprehensive maintenance, repair and spare-parts support for the airline's fleet of 32 E170 and E190 aircraft.
The agreement will provide support for a wide range of repairable components for Japan Airlines' E-Jets fleet, helping to enhance aircraft reliability. The solution also includes a significant inventory of components available close to the customer’s operations, ensuring rapid access to critical parts and minimizing operational disruptions.
Since 2008, the E-Jets have played an integral role in J-Air’s fleet, supporting regional connectivity across Japan. The extension of the Pool Program agreement underscores the shared commitment of both companies to maintaining the highest standards of operational excellence while supporting the continued growth of regional connectivity in the country. Japan Airlines’ E-Jets six-month service reliability average stands at 99.8%.
“Through this contract renewal with Embraer, we reinforce our commitment to securing high-quality components and, above all, ensuring the absolute safety of our flight operations. Building on our trusted relationship with Embraer, we look forward to driving further operational excellence and delivering a highly reliable travel experience for our passengers,” said Yuta Kawaguchi, Executive Officer, Vice President, JAL Engineering Co. Ltd, Material & Component Services.
"We are proud to further strengthen our long-standing relationship with Japan Airlines through this agreement," said Carlos Naufel, President and CEO, Embraer Services & Support. "Through our Pool Program, we are committed to providing the reliability, responsiveness and operational support needed to maximise the E-Jets’ performance."
Embraer has been in APAC for nearly five decades since the first aircraft operated in the region in 1978. More than fifteen airlines across seven countries in the Asia Pacific region currently operate the E-Jets, making APAC one of Embraer's most important markets. To support these customers, Embraer has built a comprehensive regional ecosystem that brings after-market support closer to airline operations. This includes Embraer personnel located near customer bases, a Regional Distribution Centre with more than US$120 million in inventory, E1 and E2 simulators, and authorised service centres across the region, ensuring fast, reliable support wherever E-Jets fly.
segunda-feira, 21 de setembro de 2026
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