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Airlines
Iran Expands Civil Aviation Fleet with 11 New Aircraft
Iran has added 11 new aircraft to its civil aviation fleet as part of efforts to strengthen domestic air transportation. According to media outlets affiliated with the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), the announcement was made on Sunday in Tehran during a ceremony attended by Civil Aviation Organization chief Hossein Pourfardaneh. Pourfardaneh stated that, in addition to the new planes,…
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Airbus
Airbus Officially Surpasses Boeing in Narrow-Body Market
The fierce competition in the narrow-body passenger aircraft market reached a historic turning point as of September 2025. Airbus has delivered more than 12,250 aircraft from its A320 family, officially surpassing Boeing’s 737 series in total deliveries for the first time. The European manufacturer launched the A320 program in the 1980s and has since produced one of the most successful…
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California Man Lives at Airport, Commutes to Work by Plane
Test pilot Joe Sobczak lives in a home on the edge of the runway at Pine Mountain Lake Airport in California and flies approximately 185 kilometers to his workplace every day in his own T-34A aircraft. Sobczak says this method not only saves time but also eliminates the risks associated with traffic congestion. His home is located within a “Residential…
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Airbus
A New Era Begins for the Airbus A220
Airbus is preparing major changes for the A220 family. Starting in 2026, aircraft will feature the Airspace cabin design. This new design aims to enhance the passenger experience with larger overhead bins and LED lighting offering 16 million color options. From 2027, the company will also introduce a high-density version of the A220-300 with 160 seats. This new configuration is…
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Lufthansa
Lufthansa’s 100th Anniversary Special Livery
Germany’s flag carrier Lufthansa has unveiled a special aircraft livery to celebrate its 100th anniversary in 2026. A brand-new Boeing 787-9 (registration D-ABPU) is planned to be delivered with this unique design. The aircraft is expected to join the fleet in December. Lufthansa’s first flight took place on April 6, 1926, between Berlin and Zurich. Operated with a Junkers F…
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Uzbekistan Airways Places Largest Order in Its History
Uzbekistan Airways has signed an agreement with Boeing for a total of 22 787-9 Dreamliners to strengthen its fleet. The order consists of 14 firm aircraft and 8 options. This step marks the largest aircraft order in the airline’s history. Currently operating Boeing 787-8 Dreamliners on routes to Europe, Asia, and the United States, the airline will boost its capacity…
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LATAM Orders Up to 74 Embraer E195-E2 Aircraft
South America’s largest airline group, LATAM Airlines, has announced an agreement for a total of 74 Embraer E195-E2 aircraft, comprising 24 firm orders and 50 options. The total catalog value of the order is estimated at approximately $2.1 billion. Initial deliveries are expected to begin in the second half of 2026, with the aircraft first entering service at the group’s…
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The World’s Largest Military Transport Aircraft in Preparation
U.S.-based Radia introduced the WindRunner for Defense project at the Air, Space & Cyber 2025 conference, set to become the world’s largest military transport aircraft. Its most striking feature is not payload weight, but its record-breaking cargo volume. The WindRunner is designed to transport systems without disassembly. For instance, it can carry six CH-47 Chinook or twelve AH-64 Apache helicopters…
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Red Wings Airlines Adds Another Tu-214 to Its Fleet
Red Wings Airlines has announced the addition of another Tupolev Tu-214 aircraft to its fleet. The aircraft, registered RA-64549, has become the third Tu-214 to enter service with the carrier. According to Andrey Volkov, Director of Fleet Operations Management, the jet received its airworthiness certificate following a comprehensive modernization of all systems and components. This delivery marks the second refurbished…
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Airbus
Finnair Considers Order for Up to 30 Airbus Narrowbody Aircraft
Finnair is evaluating the possibility of ordering up to 30 Airbus narrowbody aircraft as part of its fleet renewal strategy and efforts to strengthen its position in the European market. Chief Executive Officer Turkka Kuusisto stated that discussions remain in the early stages, with a final decision expected by the end of the year. The airline’s current fleet includes various…
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