Airlines & Lessors

Feb 06, 2026
American Airlines plans to add a new route to Portugal in summer 2027, using the Airbus A321XLR to open thinner long-haul European markets.
Feb 06, 2026
The Brazilian airframer wants to take advantage of the huge growth of India’s air transport industry. But regional flying must first become a viable business.
Feb 05, 2026
Taiwan’s Starlux Airlines will enter the European market this summer with the launch of nonstop service between Taipei and Prague.
Feb 05, 2026
United and American kick off a fierce battle at Chicago’s O’Hare International Airport—one that may have broader implications for other players.
Feb 05, 2026
Listen in as editors sit down at the end of Day Two of the 2026 Singapore Airshow to break down what has—and hasn't—happened in commercial aviation at the event.
Feb 10, 2026
Airlines operating new-technology fleets will need more aircraft than previous generations to account for increased downtime, AerCap CEO Aengus Kelly said.
Feb 10, 2026
FlySafair is to be fully acquired by state-backed African infrastructure investor Harith General Partners and affiliates for an undisclosed sum.
Feb 10, 2026
Airlines are scaling back or suspending service to Cuba after the government warned that aviation fuel will be unavailable at the country’s airports for at least a month.
Feb 10, 2026
“We’ve just barely got to 2% by 2026 ... [with] no prospect of getting to 6% by 2030; they’ll just move to the right," Ryanair's Michael O'Leary said in Paris.
Feb 10, 2026
Ireland’s government has taken its first formal legislative step toward lifting the long-running passenger cap at Dublin Airport.
Feb 10, 2026
Shareholders of Chengdu Airlines have increased the carrier’s registered capital by 194% to $289 million.
Feb 10, 2026
Ryanair and CFM have made progress on a multi-year engine services agreement that includes support for the airline's plans to set up two of its own engine shops
Feb 09, 2026
Pilot and flight attendant unions at American Airlines are demanding change, turning a critical eye to leadership at the very top.