Three A220-300 aircraft are already operating, while eight A220-100 are expected to arrive by the end of 2027.
Photo: Air Niugini
segunda-feira, 25 de maio de 2026
FLEET - Air Niugini will gradually retire its Fokkers as new A220 jets are added to its fleet.
Three A220-300 aircraft are already operating, while eight A220-100 are expected to arrive by the end of 2027.
FLEET - Malaysia Airlines marks a historic milestone with the delivery of its 200th Boeing aircraft since 1972.
The aircraft, a Boeing 737-8 with registration 9M-MVR, landed at Kuala Lumpur International Airport on May 21, 2026, after a 22-hour flight from Boeing's delivery center in Seattle.
The first of the 200 was a B737-200 in 1972.
This delivery represents the 18th Boeing 737-8 to join the Malaysia Airlines fleet, as part of a large order of 55 aircraft, consisting of 43 Boeing 737-8s and 12 Boeing 737-10s.
Photo: Malaysia
VINTAGE Aircraft - TransAer International Airlines was an Irish charter and ACMI (Aircraft, Crew, Maintenance, and Insurance) leasing airline that operated during the 1990s. "Andalusair" was simply the brand/trade name TransAer used for its Spanish operations. The airline ceased operations and went into liquidation in October 2000.
Flyingphotos - EI-TLT-A320-200- Faro
AIRLINE HISTORY DEFUNCT - Air Asturias was a short-lived, defunct Spanish airline based in Oviedo/Asturias, Spain, that ceased operations in January 2007
The airline operated for only a few months, launching in November 2006 to provide flights from Asturias to destinations like Madrid, Lisbon, and Paris before collapsing.
LTE started operations in behalf Air Asturias on 6 November 2006 using LTE's airline certificate and an Airbus A320-214 aircraft.
LTE started operations in behalf Air Asturias on 6 November 2006 using LTE's airline certificate and an Airbus A320-214 aircraft.
It ceased operations on January 26, 2007.
FLEET - Saudia becomes first Middle East and Africa operator of the Airbus A321XLR
Toulouse, 25 May 2026 – Saudia, the national flag carrier of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, has taken delivery of its first A321XLR, marking a significant milestone as the first airline in the Middle East and Africa to operate Airbus’ newest extra-long-range single-aisle aircraft.
The aircraft, powered by CFM International LEAP-1A engines, is the first of 15 A321XLRs on order by the airline. This delivery is a cornerstone of Saudia’s comprehensive fleet modernisation program, directly supporting the expansion of its international network in alignment with Saudi Vision 2030. By increasing connectivity and capacity, the A321XLR will support the Kingdom’s ambition to attract over 150 million visitors annually by the end of the decade.
This delivery reinforces a partnership between Airbus and Saudia that spans more than 40 years, beginning with the carrier’s first A300 delivery in 1984. Today, Airbus aircraft remain central to Saudia's operations as it scales its fleet development and network growth.
Saudia currently serves more than 100 destinations across four continents, with the A321XLR supporting further expansion into new international markets. With a range of up to 4,700 nautical miles, the A321XLR enables Saudia to expand its international destinations with a single-aisle aircraft. These routes would have traditionally been served by larger widebody aircraft, while maintaining a premium guest experience.
The aircraft features a highly premium, low-density configuration with 24 full flat Business Class seats providing direct aisle access, alongside 120 comfortable Economy Class seats. The aircraft features the Airbus Airspace Cabin, bringing a widebody experience to a single-aisle jet. Key features include extra-large overhead bins, advanced lighting systems and one of the quietest cabins in its class.
The A321XLR is the latest evolution of the A320neo Family, designed to meet the global demand for increased range and operational flexibility. It delivers a 30% reduction in fuel burn per seat compared to previous-generation aircraft, lowering CO2 emissions and noise footprints. Today all Airbus aircraft are capable of operating with 50% sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) with a target to increase to up to 100% SAF capability by 2030, directly supporting the aviation industry’s sustainability goals.
To date, the A320 Family has secured more than 19,900 orders from over 300 customers worldwide, solidifying its position as the world’s most successful commercial aircraft programme.
domingo, 24 de maio de 2026
sábado, 23 de maio de 2026
AIRLINE HISTORY DEFUNCT - Vision Airlines is primarily recognized as a former US-based charter and regional sightseeing carrier (formerly Vision Air) headquartered in North Las Vegas, Nevada
Flyingphotos - Miami - N732VA - Boeing 737-300
The airline also operated charter flights for their tour services in northern Arizona and Nevada including the Grand Canyon, Marble Canyon, Hoover Dam, and Monument Valley out of North Las Vegas Airport utilizing Boeing 737 and Dornier 228 aircraft.
In addition, during the summer months, Vision Airlines transported white water rafters to various destinations along the Colorado River.
They also operated charter service for TravelSpan Vacations to Georgetown, Guyana and Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago and were operating Boeing 737 jetliners on behalf of People Express Airlines until this new start-up air carrier ceased all flights
IATA - V2
ICAO - RBY
Callsign - RUBY
Country - United States
Founded - 1999
Ceased operations - May 2017
Subsidiaries - Vision Air
Base / Main Hub - Las Vegas North Air Terminal (VGT / KVGT)
Bases - Gulfport Biloxi (GPT / KGPT)
Miami International (MIA / KMIA)
ICAO - RBY
Callsign - RUBY
Country - United States
Founded - 1999
Ceased operations - May 2017
Subsidiaries - Vision Air
Base / Main Hub - Las Vegas North Air Terminal (VGT / KVGT)
Bases - Gulfport Biloxi (GPT / KGPT)
Miami International (MIA / KMIA)
Fleet:
Boeing 737-300 - 1
Boeing 737-400 - 4
Boeing 737-800 - 1
Boeing 767-200 - 4
Boeing 767-300 - 1
British Aerospace Jetstream 32 - 3
De Havilland Canada DHC-8-200 - 1
Dornier Do-228-200 - 15
Dornier Do-328 - 9
AIRLINE HISTORY DEFUNCT - SkyKing Airlines, historically known as Sky King, Inc., was a US-based charter carrier that specialized in private ad-hoc flights, casino charters, and US-Cuba routes.
Flyingphotos - Miami - Boeing 737-4Q8 - N916SK
The airline ceased all operations and officially rebranded as Songbird Airways
Founded in 1990 and originally based in Sacramento, California, the airline was named in honor of its first customer, the NBA’s Sacramento Kings.
Operating a fleet of Boeing 737 aircraft, the charter carrier, based at Lakeland Linder Regional Airport in Florida, flew extensively on behalf of Customer Service Providers to Cuba and also operated deportee flights for US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).
The company filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy multiple times—notably in 2010, 2012, and 2022—before officially being acquired by AerLine Holdings LLC.Rebranding: In 2015, the US Department of Transportation approved Sky King's corporate name change to Songbird Airways, a brand under which it continued limited operations before eventually folding.
IATA - 5KICAO - SGB
Callsign - SONGBIRD
Country United States
Founded Jul 1990
Ceased operations Jun 2015
Founded Jul 1990
Ceased operations Jun 2015
C&T Charters is a Miami-based company specializing in licensed charter flights from the U.S. to Cuba. Founded in June 1991 by businessman John Henry Cabanas, it holds the necessary OFAC licenses and has used aircraft that were historically operated by SkyKing Airlines (later operating as Songbird Airways) on routes to Havana and Camagüey.
HYBRIDS C/S - Eurowings (SmartWings) / Boeing 737-86N / OK-TVV
leased for the summer season 2025, with additional operated by Smartwings sticker
sexta-feira, 22 de maio de 2026
VINTAGE AIRCRAFT - Air Transport International / Boeing 767-200 / N712AX - "SEEPUERO RICO
Flyingphotos - Barcelona, Spain
B-2551 - CAAC Airlines - Oct 1985 2x PW
N712AX - ABX Air - Dec 2007
N712AX - Sky King - May 2009
N712AX - Air Transport International - Mar 2011
N712AX - Dynamic Airways - Dec 2011
HS-DCM - Asian Air - Jan 2014
N712AX - Cargo Aircraft Management (CAM) - Nov 2016
N712AX - TVPX Trust Services
N712AX - ABX Air - Dec 2007
N712AX - Sky King - May 2009
N712AX - Air Transport International - Mar 2011
N712AX - Dynamic Airways - Dec 2011
HS-DCM - Asian Air - Jan 2014
N712AX - Cargo Aircraft Management (CAM) - Nov 2016
N712AX - TVPX Trust Services
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