Airlines operating new-technology fleets will need more aircraft than previous generations to account for increased downtime, AerCap CEO Aengus Kelly said.
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.
“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.
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.
South African Airways Group posted a $9.7 million full-year net profit, marking its second year of profitability since exiting business rescue in April 2021.
Saudi LCC flynas has launched flynas Syria, a subsidiary LCC that will be built as a joint venture with the Syrian General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA).
Airbus started off 2026 with 19 January deliveries—a lower than expected number that may have been affected by a supplier quality problem unveiled in late 2025.
Public charter carrier JSX is eyeing a bold move—adding startup Electra.aero’s EL9 Ultra Short to its fleet once the hybrid-electric STOL aircraft is certified.
Icelandair’s fleet renewal will result in 90% of its aircraft being new-generation models in 2026, comprising Airbus A321LRs and Boeing 737-8s and -9s.
Cathay Pacific has made significant gains in its corporate sustainable aviation fuel program, which is a major factor in the carrier’s increased SAF usage.
