Airbus A319/A320/A321neo

By Thierry Dubois
A French aviation safety agency investigation reveals shortcomings in Airbus’ upgraded radio and audio system as EASA requires retrofits and interim procedures.
Safety, Ops & Regulation

By Guy Norris
Two geared turbofan upgrade packages and new takeoff ratings lead Pratt & Whitney’s road map for improved Airbus A320neo performance.
Manufacturing & Supply Chain

By Daniel Williams
With the imminent shift in the narrowbody sector, as the Boeing 737 is overtaken by the Airbus A320 family, Flight Friday showcases these industry workhorses.
Aircraft & Propulsion

By Jens Flottau
At some point very soon, the Airbus A320 will have become the most successful narrowbody program ever in terms of deliveries, surpassing the Boeing 737.
Aircraft & Propulsion

By Garrett Reim
Loft Dynamics has raised a $24 million Series B round to speed up development and rollout of virtual reality-based Boeing 737 and Airbus A320 simulators.
Advanced Air Mobility

By Chen Chuanren
New Zealand’s has selected the Sikorsky MH-60R to replace its Kaman SH-2G(I) Seasprite helicopters and the Airbus A321XLR to replace Boeing 757-2K2 transports.
Aircraft & Propulsion

By Adrian Schofield
Australian airlines are planning to make significant progress in their narrowbody fleet renewal programs this year.
Airlines & Lessors

By Adrian Schofield
Airlines in the region are focused on narrowbody deliveries this year, but more widebodies are coming in 2026.
Airlines & Lessors

By Thierry Dubois
DRAIMS that began to equip new Airbus aircraft in 2022 has caused at least 10 incidents in two years, French accident investigation bureau (BEA) says.
Safety, Ops & Regulation

By Antoine Fafard
Monthly narrowbody deliveries from the duopoly came to the exact same amount delivered in June, but the balance shifted slightly in favor of Airbus.
AWIN Knowledge Center

By Brian Kough
Next-generation A320 family models will see more favorable market conditions as engine fixes roll out.
Aircraft & Propulsion

By Adrian Schofield
Vietnamese start-up carrier Sun PhuQuoc Airways has moved a step closer to launching operations after the delivery of its first aircraft.
Airlines & Lessors

By Jens Flottau
Airbus deliveries in July were dominated by strong output of the A321neo.
AWIN Knowledge Center

By Chen Chuanren
LCC Peach Aviation has opened its own dedicated crew training center at its hub in Osaka, aiming to enhance training efficiency while reducing time and costs.
Airlines & Lessors

By Kurt Hofmann
Austrian will not replace its E195LR fleet with similarly sized new-generation aircraft, deciding instead to simplify its fleet by adding more A320neos.
Aircraft & Propulsion

By Christine Boynton
JetBlue Airways and United Airlines have completed a U.S. Transportation Department (DOT) review of their Blue Sky partnership.
Airlines & Lessors

By Mark Pilling
Etihad is planning to open a slew of routes using its new Airbus A321LRs over the coming years, opening services that would not be viable without the aircraft.
Airlines & Lessors

By Christine Boynton
American Airlines is confident it will close the margin gap with its largest rivals over time, seeing no structural impediments hindering its ability to do so.
Airlines & Lessors

By Mark Pilling
Etihad plans to take delivery of 10 Airbus A321LRs this year, a further 10 in 2026 and five slated for delivery each year in 2027 and 2028.
Airlines & Lessors

By David Casey
Wizz Air has confirmed it will substantially scale back its Airbus A321XLR order as it pivots away from “hot and harsh” environments.
Airlines & Lessors

By Helen Massy-Beresford
Lessor Avolon has placed an order for 90 Airbus aircraft, an incremental buy that brings its total to 79 A330neos and 264 A321neos.
Airlines & Lessors

By David Casey, Victoria Moores
Wizz Air’s decision to return to Warsaw Modlin Airport after a 13-year absence is set to intensify its rivalry with Ryanair in Poland.
Airlines & Lessors

By Chen Chuanren
China's Loong Air has entered a lease agreement with CDB Aviation for six new Airbus A321neo aircraft.
Airlines & Lessors

By Helen Massy-Beresford, Christine Boynton
Carriers hope fast and reliable Wi-Fi will improve the passenger experience­—and open up new retail and operational opportunities.
Airlines & Lessors

By Christine Boynton
United Airlines’ planned gauge growth, a key component of its United Next strategy, continues to be challenged by delays.
Airlines & Lessors