quinta-feira, 27 de agosto de 2026

AIRPORT - Osaka Itami - RJOO, Japan




Photos: jf lin
 

AIRPORT - Milano Malpensa - LIMC-Italy








Photo: Gianluca Mantellini

Qantas Group (Australia) took delivery of 17 new aircraft in fiscal 2026, with 31 expected in fiscal 2027.

The first A350-1000ULR is set to arrive in April 2027, and 12 more each of A350s and B787s due, with the retirement of the A380 fleet from 2028. E190s will begin replacing the F100 fleet in the coming months.
Qantas



FLLET / ROUTES - Cyprus Airways, which is expected to add a total of four new routes to destinations in Europe and the Middle East

plans to add two more A320neo aircraft in the near future.

2026 ROUTES



Uganda Airlines plans Entebbe – Lagos – Accra from 27 October 2026, with B737-800 operated by Ethiopian Airlines.

LOT Polish Airlines launches sales for a direct route between Gdansk and Paris-Orly. The first aircraft is scheduled to take off on 05 April 2027.

Starlux Airlines (Taiwan) plans Kaohsiung – Okinawa route on 01 January 2027, with A321neo.

Himalaya Airlines (China) plans Kathmandu – Shanghai Pu Dong route on 07 September 2026, with A320.

Discover Airlines (Germany) plans to launch Frankfurt – Genoa service on 28 March 2027, with A320.

Condor
(Germany) now plans Frankfurt – Tbilisi route from 02 May 2027, with E190 on wet lease from German Airways.

Alaska Airlines (US) plans new nonstop service from Seattle to Athens and Paris in May 2027, with B787-9.

AirAsia Group (Malaysia) cancelled routes from Kuala Lumpur to Chongqing and Sydney, effective late October 2026.

Air Algerie plans to resume Algiers – Berlin route from 14 September 2026, with B737-800 and later B737-600.
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quarta-feira, 26 de agosto de 2026

SPECIAL LIVERY - China Southern Airlines / Boeing 737-8 MAX / B-1200 - My Altay, the Snow Capital of China

Photo: Lazy Clutch
 

FLEET - AirBorneo (Malaysia) expects to have a fleet of about 14 to 15 aircraft as the carrier expands over the next five years.


AirBorneo plans to operate 17 jet aircraft by the end of 2030, however it will initially operate wet-leased B737-800s before introducing dry-leased aircraft from 2028.
CH Aviation

FLEET - FlyOne Armenia wet leases A320-200 from Avion Express



FlyOne (Armenia) (3F, Yerevan) has wet leased an A320-200 from Avion Express (X9, Vilnius) to boost its single-aisle capacity for the peak summer season for operations out of Yerevan, according to a new customer announcement from the ACMI provider.

According to ch-aviation fleets data, the aircraft in question is 13.5-year-old LY-NVE (msn 5496), which is now based at Yerevan for the duration of the contract. The 180-seater, economy-class-only airframe previously flew for Scoot (TR, Singapore Changi) and was first delivered to Tigerair (Singapore Changi) in 2013.

ADS-B data shows the aircraft was ferried from Larnaca to Yerevan on July 11, 2026, and has since been mostly deployed to destinations in southern Europe and Egypt, including Milan Bergamo, Rome Fiumicino, Nice, Thessaloniki, Hurghada, and Sharm el Sheikh, plus Tbilisi, Batumi, and Brussels National.

FlyOne Armenia operates four in-house A320-200s, one in-house A321-200, and one ACJ319-100. It wet leases three additional A320-200s and one A321-200 from FlyOne (5F, Chisinau International). It also has two A321-200NX on order, ch-aviation data shows.

ch-aviation has contacted FlyOne (Armenia) for comment.

2026 ROUTES

 VietJet Air (Vietnam) plans Hanoi – Tainan flights from 25 October 2026.


United Adds 10 International Cities for 2027; Largest Expansion in Airline's History


New nonstop flights to Okinawa, Japan; Toulouse, France; Luxembourg City, Luxembourg; Marseille, France; Ibiza, Spain; Valencia, Spain; Terceira, Portugal; Ljubljana, Slovenia; Olbia (Sardinia), Italy; and Catania (Sicily), Italy

Airline debuts newest international aircraft – the 'Born to Explore' A321XLR – which will fly to some of these new cities and features lie-flat seats in United Polaris and Economy Plus seats with extra elbow room across an open middle seat

United builds on its lead as the largest carrier across the Atlantic and Pacific with new flights from Los Angeles to Osaka, Japan; Washington, D.C. to Milan, Italy; and Denver to Paris, France; while planning to resume flights from San Francisco to Tel Aviv, Israel

United has added nearly 60 new international destinations to its route map in the past decade, cementing its position as the world's leading global airline
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Spring Airlines (China) plans to resume Shijiazhuang – Jeju route from 25 October 2026, with A320.


SalamAir (Oman) schedules Muscat – Erbil flights on 25 October 2026, with A320neo and A321neo.


Royal Jordanian plans to resume service to Karachi, on the Amman – Karachi route from 01 March 2027.


OOH LA LA, AUSTIN

Delta launches first-ever service to Paris


Daily summer-season service will operate between Austin (AUS) and Paris-Charles de Gaulle (CDG) starting March 27, 2027, on Delta's Airbus A330-900. 

A new era of international travel is taking off in Austin. Beginning March 27, 2027, Delta will launch Austin's first-ever nonstop service to Paris-Charles de Gaulle (CDG), becoming the only U.S. airline to offer nonstop service from Austin to Europe. Beyond nonstop access to the City of Light, customers will gain one-stop access to nearly 70 destinations across Europe, India and Africa through Delta's joint venture partnership with Air France-KLM. 

"Austin's growth continues to create new opportunities for customers, and Delta is proud to grow alongside it," said Joe Esposito, Executive Vice President - Chief Commercial Officer. "Launching Austin's first nonstop service to Paris is a defining milestone, but it's just one part of our broader investment in the region. From expanded domestic flying to strong international connectivity through our partnership with Air France-KLM, we're making it easier than ever for customers to connect from Central Texas to destinations around the world." 

More information:

https://news.delta.com/ooh-la-la-austin-delta-launches-first-ever-service-paris


Israir has secured FAA approval to launch Airbus A330 flights between Tel Aviv and New York JFK, with service targeted to begin in October 2026.

 

GullivAir (Bulgaria) will resume the Sofia – Yerevan route on 07 November 2026.


Go Airline (Bolivia) has formally begins process to obtain commercial operating licenses from the DGAC, with plans to operate domestically out of La Paz with one Avro RJ100.


flynas (Saudi Arabia) plans Dammam – Karachi flights on 09 September 2026, with A320neo.


Fly Jinnah (Saudi Arabia) plans to launch Karachi – Riyadh route from 18 September 2026, with A320.


Airblue (Pakistan) plans Multan – Riyadh route from 26 September 2026.


AirAsia Group (Malaysia) will cancel the Kuala Lumpur – Delhi route from 25 October 2026, which is operated by A330-300.


Aeroflot (Russia) plans Moscow Sheremetyevo – Phu Quoc route on 15 October 2026, with A330-300

terça-feira, 25 de agosto de 2026

FLEET - All Nippon Airways (ANA) first Boeing 737-8 MAX (JA030A) - ANA expects deliveries of the new Boeing 737-8 aircraft to begin in October 2026,

Photo: Alex Crail
 

AIRLINE REBRAND - Trinity Airways is the rebrand of T'Way Air from South Korea.

 HL8754 - Boeing 737-8 MAX

Photo: Alex Crail

Trinity Airways is the new name of the South Korean airline T'way Air, following its acquisition by the Daemyung Sono Group (Sono Hospitality Group).
Transition from low-cost carrier (LCC) to a selective service model.
Gradual introduction of airport lounges, in-flight entertainment, Wi-Fi, enhanced meals, and a loyalty program connected to a network of hotels and resorts.
New visual identity with a refreshed livery and expansion plans for long-haul routes in Asia, Europe, and the United States

AIRPORT - Nursultan Nazarbayev International Airport - Kazakhstan


Cargolux (not without my mask livery) - Boeing B747-8(F) - LX-VCF

Kazakhstan National Guard - Shaanxi Y8F-200WA 'Pegasus' - 02-YELLOW

Russian Airforce (223rd Flight Unit) - Ilyushin IL-76MD 'Candid' - RF-78811

Russian Airforce (223rd Flight Unit) -  Ilyushin IL-76MD - 'Candid' RF-78810

Republic of Qazaqstan (Berkut Air) - Airbus A320-200 - UP-A2001

 Photos: Yannick van Praag

AIRPORT - EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg,







 Paul Bannwarth

2026 ROUTES

Sun PhuQuoc Airways connects Kuala Lumpur - Phu Quoc, adding more full-service options for Malaysian travelers from September 1st.
More informations: https://sungroup.com.vn/en/tin-tuc/sun-phuquoc-airways-connects-kuala-lumpur-phu-quoc-adding-more-full-service-options-for-malaysian-travelers-from-september-1st-12770


SalamAir (Oman) drops Muscat – Medan Kualanamu route from 27 October 2026, which is operated by A321LR.

Jetstar Japan plans weekly Okinawa – Kaohsiung route on 06 December 2026, with A320.

IndiGo (India) will drop the Chennai – St. Denis de la Reunion route from 21 October 2026

flyadeal (Saudi Arabia) plans Madinah – Karachi route on 05 September 2026, with A320.

Aircalin New Caledonia) wet leased one A330-300 from 

Wamos Air (Spain) to operate Paris CDG flights as the carrier’s two A330-900 underwent maintenance.

Air Arabia (UAE) plans Sharjah – Katowice route from 17 December 2026, with A320 and A320neo.

Jambojet Set to Reignite Nairobi–Entebbe Skies with Daily Flights from October 2026

East African aviation is about to gain a fresh boost as Jambojet prepares to resume flights between Nairobi and Entebbe on 1 October 2026




TAAG Angola Launches Historic Luanda–Dakar–Praia Route to Deepen West Africa Ties

A landmark moment for African aviation is on the horizon as TAAG Angola Airlines prepares to launch a brand-new Luanda–Dakar–Praia service on 31 October, establishing a long-awaited direct air link between Angola and Cape Verde while significantly expanding the carrier's footprint across West Africa

For more information, consult your company.

FLEET - AIRCAIRO Strengthens Its Fleet with a New Airbus A320neo to Support International Expansion Plans


In a new step reflecting AIRCAIRO’s ambitious strategy to sustain its growth and expand into international markets while enhancing its operational capabilities, the airline has taken delivery of the 40th aircraft in its fleet, an Airbus A320-251N (A320neo). The delivery comes as part of the airline’s ongoing fleet modernization program, aimed at expanding its destination network and strengthening its presence in regional and international air transport markets.

The new aircraft is equipped with one of Airbus’ latest-generation cabin concepts, featuring the Airbus Airspace Cabin, an advanced suite of cabin features and solutions developed by Airbus to enhance passenger comfort and improve the overall travel experience throughout the flight.

The cabin is fitted with XL Overhead Bins, offering greater overhead storage capacity compared with conventional compartments. This provides additional space for passengers’ personal belongings while making the boarding process and the journey more convenient and comfortable.

The aircraft is also equipped with the latest generation of Recaro seats, delivering a more comfortable and modern seating experience and reflecting Air Cairo’s commitment to providing high standards of service in line with the rapid developments taking place across the global aviation industry.

The addition of the new aircraft represents a significant enhancement to Air Cairo’s operational capabilities and supports the airline’s strategy to expand and further develop its destination network. The A320neo will contribute to the company’s plans to increase its flight network and available capacity, enabling it to respond to growing demand for air travel while strengthening air connectivity between Egypt and regional and international markets.

The delivery is part of an integrated strategy adopted by AIRCAIRO to modernize its fleet through the introduction of new-generation aircraft, bringing the average fleet age down to 5.5 years — the youngest fleet in Africa and the Middle East, according to the airline. This fleet development is being pursued in parallel with the expansion of the destination network, the opening of new markets, and increased frequencies on existing routes, enhancing network flexibility and strengthening the airline’s competitiveness in the aviation market.

The addition of the new aircraft also highlights Egypt’s importance as a strategic hub connecting Europe, Africa, and the Middle East, while supporting Air Cairo’s efforts to strengthen its role as an Egyptian carrier capable of offering competitive and diverse travel options to passengers across a wide range of markets.

The latest delivery underscores Air Cairo’s continued commitment to implementing its fleet modernization strategy and investing in the latest generations of aircraft and onboard equipment. This ongoing investment in both the fleet and the passenger experience is designed to keep pace with global developments in the air transport industry, enhance operational efficiency, and improve comfort and service quality through the continued introduction of modern aircraft into the fleet.

At the same time, AIRCAIRO aims to support its international expansion plans, increase its ability to access new markets and destinations, and provide passengers with an increasingly advanced travel experience.

The arrival of the Airbus A320neo marks another milestone in AIRCAIRO’s growth journey and represents a further step toward building a modern fleet and a broader, more extensive air network, reinforcing the airline’s growing position and presence on the regional and international aviation map.
Air Cairo

segunda-feira, 24 de agosto de 2026

FLEET - Uganda Airlines adds Boeing 737-800s via Ethiopian Airlines partnership

Uganda Airlines has added two Boeing 737-800s on a wet lease.
Under the wet lease agreement, Ethiopian Airlines provides the aircraft, crew, maintenance, and insurance, allowing Uganda Airlines to rapidly increase capacity on key regional routes.

The Boeing 737-800s are expected to serve busy regional destinations, including:
Nairobi
Johannesburg
Kinshasa
Lagos
Photo: master aviation
Uganda Airlines (Ethiopian Airlines) - ET-APL - Boeing 737-860

AIRLINE - Somali Airlines Targets September Relaunch after Repeated Delays


Somalia’s flag carrier, Somali Airlines, is expected to resume flight operations in September 2026, more than 35 years after the airline suspended operations. Ahmed Moallin Hassan, Director General of the Somali Civil Aviation Authority (SCAA) released the new launching date on Saturday August 15, 2026,according to aviation local media Hiiraan and SONNA.
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FLEET - Timor-Leste's Aero Dili mulling third aircraft in 2027

Aero Dili (8G, Dili) is considering adding a third aircraft in 2027 as limited availability across its existing fleet constrains further network expansion, executive director Lourenço de Oliveira told the Timor-Leste news agency Tatoli.
The airline currently lacks sufficient aircraft availability to add a proposed Dili-Kupang
service, de Oliveira said, as its fleet is already deployed on routes to Australia,
Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, and China.
The airline executive held talks with Indonesia's East Nusa Tenggara governor Emanuel
Melkiades Laka Lena over possible Aero Dili services to Kupang. 
But the airline was not ready to launch the route in the near term and could instead wait until 2027, when it may add another aircraft.
ch-aviation data shows Aero Dili currently operates two Airbus narrowbodies: A320-
200 4W-AAL (msn 3672) and A319-100 4W-AAO (msn 2825). 
The A320 joined the carrier when it launched in 2023 and the A319 two years later.
In December 2022, de Oliveira said the airline aimed to operate at least three aircraft,
with a second due within six months of its first A320 and another around two years later. 
The second aircraft ultimately joined in 2025, while a third has yet to materialise. 

CH Aviation

FLEET - Air Cambodia to take first two C909s in mid-4Q26


 Air Cambodia (K6, Phnom Penh Techo International) expects to take delivery of its first two C909s in November 2026, with the remaining eight firm-ordered aircraft due through to 2029, the Khmer Times newspaper reported.

A further two C909s are scheduled to arrive in 2027, followed by three in 2028, and the final three in 2029, State Secretariat of Civil Aviation (SSCA) spokesperson Sin Chansereyuth said.

As previously reported by ch-aviation, Air Cambodia signed a purchase agreement with COMAC on July 17, 2026, following a September 2025 memorandum of understanding covering ten firm C909 orders and ten options. At the time, the first deliveries were expected in the second half of 2026.

Air Cambodia currently operates two A320-200, one A321-200, and three ATR72-600s. It also has ten B737-8s on firm order.

CH Aviation

SPECIAL LIVERY - ANA Reveals Launch Date for "Green Pokémon Jet" Special Livery




The specially designed "Green Pokémon Jet" will operate on international routes, scheduled to enter service starting September 18, 2026 to

commemorate the 30th anniversary of the ANA x Pokémon partnership.

・ANA also announced the second phase of its collaboration with Pokémon GO as part of its anniversary celebration.

TOKYO, August 24, 2026 — All Nippon Airways Co., Ltd. (ANA) today announced the inaugural flight schedule for the "Green Pokémon Jet," the

second aircraft to be unveiled as part of ANA's x 30th Anniversary Special Project, following the Red Pokémon Jet announcement last month.

The specially painted "Green Pokémon Jet" will enter service on regular international flights starting Friday, September 18.

At the same time, ANA is launching the second phase of its Pokémon GO collaboration.

"Green Pokémon Jet" (International routes)

・Aircraft type: Boeing 787-9 (Registration: JA923A)

・Inaugural flight date: Friday, September 18, 2026

* All times local

Please note aircraft and route assignments are subject to changeand are confirmed on the day of the flight.

For the safety of our passengers and crew, ANA cabin crew will refrain from signing or writing messages in logbooks. We ask for your understanding

and cooperation to ensure safe operations.

Operating Routes

Scheduled to operate on the following routes from September 18, 2026 to March 27, 2027.

Pokémon GO Collaboration Phase 2

Starting September 18, specially designed ANA PokéStops and Gyms will appear at 14 airports across Japan (Kochi, Matsuyama, Takamatsu,

Tokushima, Fukuoka, Saga, Miyazaki, Kumamoto, Kagoshima, Nagasaki, Oita, Ishigaki, Miyako, and Naha), where players can enjoy Raid Battles

and Timed Research. By participating in these events, players will have a chance to encounter Pokémon with a Location Background exclusive to

The "Green Pokémon Jet" collaboration.

Details regarding the Pokémon Jets will be announced on the official ANA website and other platforms.

For more details and the latest updates on each initiative, please visit the special website

2026 ROUTES




Korean Air to launch daily Seoul Incheon-Hiroshima service
Aug 24, 2026

Korean Air will launch a daily service between Seoul Incheon and Hiroshima starting December 23, further strengthening its network in Japan’s Chugoku region.
More: https://www.koreanair.com/contents/footer/about-us/newsroom/list/2026/260824-Korean-Air-to-launch-daily-Seoul-Incheon-Hiroshima-service

United Airlines plans to resume Houston – Caracas route on 12 January 2027 at the earliest.

Singapore Airlines is expanding its European network with a new route to Madrid and increased flights to Manchester, London-Gatwick, Milan, and Munich.

Scoot announced the launch of flights from Singapore to Guiyang from 26 October 2026, with A320neo

S7 Airlines plans Novosibirsk – Guangzhou from 21 December 2026. with B737-800.

Lucky Air plans Kunming – Udon Thani service on 08 September 2026, with B737.



Korean Air To Return To Melbourne After 13 Years 

The South Korean flag carrier will take over the service formerly operated by Asiana Airlines prior to their merger, with three 787-9 flights to operate per week on Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays from 18 December through 14 March 2027.
More: https://www.koreanair.com/contents/footer/about-us/newsroom/list/2026/260819-Korean-Air-launches-non-stop-service-to-Melbourne

Jazeera Airways  schedules Kuwait City – Aswan route launch on 25 October 2026, with A320.

FlyArystan plans to launch Astana – Yining route on 28 October 2026, with A320.

Cathay Pacific (Hong Kong) schedules Hong Kong – Almaty route launch on 09 January 2027, with A330-300.

Air Arabia (UAE) schedules Sharjah – Frankfurt launch on 15 December 2026, with A320neo.

*For more information about these flights, please contact your airline.

FLEET - The first Airbus A350-900 destined for Aircalin has officially appeared.


  Photo: A380_TLS_A350 



The aircraft, MSN 830, is still without engines.
Delivery is scheduled for December 2026.
The arrival of the A350-900 represents an important asset for AIRCALIN, supporting its main Nouméa-Paris route currently operated with the A330neo.

sábado, 22 de agosto de 2026

AIRPORT - Almaty International Airport


Republic of Kazakhstan (Kazakhstan Air Force - Yakovlev Yak-42D - 42721

Comac Express (Silk Road Air sticker) - Comac C909 / ARJ21-700 - B-3322

Kazakhstan Air Force - EADS Casa CN295W - 09-RED

Kazakstan Government (Kazakhstan Air Force) - Boeing B757-200 - UP-B5701


Air Hong Kong Cargo - Airbus A330-200(F) - B-LNY

Photos - Yannick van Praag