Airlines & Lessors

By Lori Ranson, Christine Boynton
Consolidation among ultra-low-cost carriers in the Americas kicks into high gear this year with two major mergers.
Airlines & Lessors

By Jens Flottau
Lufthansa is beginning to sell most business-class seats onboard its incoming fleet of Boeing 787-9s following long delays in certification of the new seats.
Safety, Ops & Regulation

By Thierry Dubois
CFM International partner Safran will rely on spare engine leasing to help solve the looming engine availability issue, Safran's CEO said.
Aircraft & Propulsion

By Lori Ranson
Air Canada continues to expand its sixth freedom network, which is driving some of the carrier’s recent growth into South America.
Airlines & Lessors

By Ella Nethersole
Muscat-based BlueFive Capital's new aircraft leasing and asset management platform aims to strengthen the Gulf region’s role in global aviation finance.
Airlines & Lessors

By Aaron Karp
Airlines believe South America’s largest air transport market is set to soar.
Airlines & Lessors

By Adrian Schofield
Lionel Guérin has previously held senior leadership positions at several airlines including Air France, Air Moana, Airlinair, Transavia France and Hop.
Airlines & Lessors

By Helen Massy-Beresford
After posting a record full-year profit for 2025, Norwegian Air Shuttle says 2026 is shaping up to be a good year.
Airlines & Lessors

By Kurt Hofmann
TUI Airline is looking for solutions to increase utilization of its 130-aircraft-strong fleet during the European winter low season when less capacity is needed.
Airlines & Lessors

By Antoine Fafard
In January 2026, Airbus secured orders for 49 aircraft, while Boeing recorded a total of 107 new orders.
AWIN Knowledge Center

By Adrian Schofield
Cathay Pacific shareholders have approved a deal to buy back Qatar Airways’ stake in Cathay.
Airlines & Lessors

By Helen Massy-Beresford, David Casey
Finnair had to rethink its strategy after Russia’s Ukraine invasion, but now Japan demand is back.
Airlines & Lessors

By Christine Boynton
Spirit is requesting bankruptcy court approval for the sale of 20 A320 family aircraft as it seeks a competitive process “to obtain the best possible price.”
Airlines & Lessors

By Sean Broderick
CFM’s decision to cap the life limit of a critical Leap-1B component has Southwest Airlines concerned about a potential engine shortage.
Aircraft & Propulsion

By Adrian Schofield
Cebu Pacific's next phase of expansion will depend on progress in vital airport infrastructure projects in the Philippines.
Airlines & Lessors

By Alan Dron
London Heathrow’s plans for a third runway, along with the regulatory basis that underpins it, remain the only viable option, the airport’s CEO said.
Airports & Networks

By Thierry Dubois
An incident involving a Hop!-operated Embraer E170 at Toulouse Airport on May 11, 2024, prompted inspection of the entire fleet and ensuing part replacements.
Safety, Ops & Regulation

By Christine Boynton
Air Canada has confirmed an order for eight Airbus A350-1000s, widebody additions that will support the flag carrier’s growth and ongoing fleet modernization.
Airlines & Lessors

By Jens Flottau
The dispute between Lufthansa and key parts of its workforce has escalated; a strike by pilots and cabin crew has forced the cancellation of about 800 flights.
Airlines & Lessors

By David Casey
Thai Airways has confirmed plans to return to Amsterdam for the first time in nearly three decades, expanding its European network to 12 destinations.
Airports & Networks

By Chen Chuanren
Chinese lessor Hengqin Winglet Aircraft Technology has signed a contract with EFW for the conversion of one Airbus A330 passenger-to-freighter (P2F).
Airlines & Lessors

By Kurt Hofmann
Finnair's CEO says the carrier has proved it can operate a profitable network, despite geopolitical constraints, as it prioritizes growth in Europe and Asia.
Airlines & Lessors

By Christine Boynton
Southwest began 2026 with a new onboard experience, following a year of change, and has plans for more.
Airlines & Lessors

By Adrian Schofield
Major airframers are betting on Asian demand to outpace other global regions.
Aircraft & Propulsion

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Meteorito Aerolíneas is expanding commercial operations to strengthen domestic connectivity in Peru, with a selective regional outlook.
Airlines & Lessors