ROUTESJan 06, 2026Starlux Takes Delivery of First A350-1000 for US East Coast PushStarlux Airlines has officially entered a new era of ultra-long-haul travel. On January 6, 2026, the Taipei-based carrier took delivery of its first Airbus A350-1000, marking a pivotal milestone in its aggressive strategy to conquer the North American market, specifically targeting the lucrative U.S. East Coast.Read More →
NEWSJan 06, 2026Qatar Airways Airbus A350 Immobilized at London Heathrow Following Nose Gear Steering FailureA Qatar Airways Airbus A350-1000 was immobilised on a primary runway at London Heathrow Airport (LHR) on Sunday, January 4, 2026, following a critical steering malfunction during its arrival from Doha.Read More →
NEWSJan 02, 2026Thai Airways Welcomes First Airbus A321neoThai Airways International (THAI) has officially ushered in a new chapter for its regional operations with the delivery of its first Airbus A321neo. The aircraft, registered as HS-TOA and christened with the royal name "Bowonrangsi," touched down at Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) following a delivery flight from Hamburg via Dubai in late December 2025.Read More →
INFORMATIONALJan 01, 2026Final Delivery Tally and OEM TrackerAs the curtain falls on 2025, the global aerospace manufacturing sector has navigated a year defined by aggressive production ramps, persistent supply chain "choke points," and a significant shift in the competitive duopoly. While Airbus once again secured the top spot for total deliveries, Boeing closed the year with a resurgent order book and a stabilised production line that signalled the end of its multi-year "bridge" phase.Read More →
ROUTESDec 30, 2025JetBlue Expands Midwest Footprint with New Daily Service Between New York-JFK and ClevelandJetBlue has officially announced a significant expansion of its Midwest network, confirming plans to launch daily nonstop service between New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE).Read More →
STORIESDec 29, 2025Lufthansa Technik Unveils Major ACJ318 Elite Upgrade ProgramLufthansa Technik (LHT) has officially announced a comprehensive cabin and technical upgrade program for the Airbus ACJ318 Elite, breathing new life into the "smallest" member of the Airbus Corporate Jet family.
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NEWSDec 29, 2025FAA Finalises AD to Resolve A350 Flight-Control HazardThe Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a final rule, Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2025-25-12, aimed at eliminating a critical "runaway" flight control hazard affecting the Airbus A350-900 and A350-1041 fleets. The directive, published today, December 29, 2025, mandates the installation of new flight-control software to prevent uncommanded surface movements that could lead to a loss of aircraft control.Read More →
NEWSDec 24, 2025No "Mate's Rates" in the Sky as Qantas Bans All Staff (Including CEO) From New A350 First ClassIn a move that signals just how "ultra" Qantas intends its new ultra-long-haul product to be, the Flying Kangaroo has made a rare and dramatic policy shift: barring all staff from its upcoming Airbus A350 First Class cabins.Read More →
ROUTESDec 19, 2025Air Canada Rouge to Launch Boeing 737 MAX 8 OperationsAir Canada has officially confirmed a strategic shift for its leisure subsidiary, Air Canada Rouge, announcing that Boeing 737-8 (MAX 8) operations are slated to begin in late Q1 2026. The move marks the beginning of an ambitious year-long transition that will see Rouge evolve into an all-Boeing 737 operator. Read More →
STORIESDec 17, 2025EASA Mandates Airbus A320 Fuselage InspectionsEASA has issued a significant airworthiness directive (AD) targeting the Airbus A320 family, following the discovery of out-of-spec fuselage panels that could compromise the long-term structural integrity of the world’s most popular narrow-body jet.Read More →
