United Questions A350 Order Amid Rolls-Royce Engine Dispute Aviation News – United Airlines has cast fresh doubt over its long-delayed Airbus A350 order after revealing a dispute with engine supplier Rolls-Royce, adding new turbulence to one of the industry’s most protracted fleet decisions. The order, first placed in 2009 before United’s merger with Continental Airlines, has been repeatedly revised, deferred and reshaped over the years. Continental historically favored Boeing aircraft, and the combined carrier has since leaned heavily toward Boeing widebodies, leaving the European-built A350’s future uncertain. The latest disagreement centers on engine terms and performance expectations tied to Rolls-Royce powerplants selected for the aircraft. Photo Rob Vogelaar 

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Avation Leases ATR 72-600 to Clic Air in Six-Year Agreement Aviation News – Avation has signed a six-year lease agreement with Colombian airline Clic Air for an ATR 72-600 turboprop, strengthening regional connectivity in Colombia. The deal matters as airlines continue to favor efficient aircraft to serve short-haul and secondary routes. The commercial passenger aircraft leasing company confirmed that the ATR 72-600 is being transitioned after its return from a previous operator and is scheduled for delivery to Clic Air.

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Airbus Delivers 793 Jets, Beating Annual Goal Aviation News – Airbus has narrowly exceeded its annual aircraft delivery target, handing over 793 planes in the 2025 calendar year after an intense end-of-year production effort, underscoring the manufacturer’s resilience amid ongoing supply chain pressures. The European planemaker had set a goal of around 790 deliveries for 2025 and, according to Bloomberg, worked intensively through the final days of December to surpass that threshold.

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Chinese Airlines Order 55 Airbus A320neo Jets Aviation News – China’s Spring Airlines and Juneyao Airlines have announced plans to purchase a combined 55 Airbus A320-family aircraft, strengthening their future fleets and signaling continued growth in China’s domestic and regional aviation market. The orders were disclosed on Monday through stock exchange filings, with budget carrier Spring Airlines committing to 30 A320neo jets and Juneyao Airlines planning to acquire 25 aircraft from the same family.

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EVA Air Approves Purchase of Four Boeing 787-9s, Extends 777-300ER Leases Aviation News – EVA Air has approved the purchase of four Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners and the renewal of leases on four Boeing 777-300ER aircraft, reinforcing its long-haul fleet strategy as international travel demand continues to recover. The decision was approved by the Taiwanese carrier’s board on 26 December, with the 787-9 agreement valued at up to $1.94 billion. Alongside the new widebody order, EVA Air also authorized the extension of existing lease contracts for part of its Boeing 777-300ER fleet, ensuring operational continuity on key intercontinental routes.

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Airbus A320 Family Surpasses Boeing 737 as the Most-Delivered Jetliner in History Aviation News – Airbus Achieves Historic Milestone in Global Jet Deliveries Airbus has officially overtaken Boeing in one of aviation’s longest-standing rivalries, as the European manufacturer’s A320 family became the most-delivered jetliner in history, surpassing the iconic Boeing 737. The achievement marks a major milestone for Airbus and underscores its growing dominance in the single-aisle aircraft market. The record-breaking moment comes after decades of intense competition between the two aerospace giants.

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