AviLease Acquires Two Airbus A350-900s on Long-Term Lease to Fiji Airways Aviation News – AviLease has acquired and taken delivery of two Airbus A350-900 widebody aircraft from GOAL Aircraft Leasing, expanding its long-haul portfolio and adding Fiji Airways as a new airline customer through attached long-term leases. The transaction, announced on February 9, includes two next-generation A350-900 jets already placed on extended lease agreements with Fiji’s national carrier. The deal marks a new partnership between the Saudi-backed aircraft lessor and the South Pacific airline, while enabling GOAL Aircraft Leasing to transfer the assets as part of its portfolio strategy. The selection reflects growing demand for modern, fuel-efficient widebody aircraft as airlines strengthen international networks.

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Delta Air Lines Orders 31 Airbus Widebody Jets to Modernize Long-Haul Fleet Aviation News – Delta Air Lines has placed an order for 31 Airbus widebody aircraft as part of a long-term strategy to modernize its international fleet and support future growth. The move underscores the airline’s focus on premium, corporate, and high-income travelers as global demand for long-haul travel continues to strengthen. The order, announced as part of Delta’s fleet renewal planning, includes 16 Airbus A330-900 aircraft and 15 Airbus A350-900 jets.

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BOC Aviation Bolts Ahead With A350-1000 Purchase-and-Leaseback Deal for Philippine Airlines Aviation News – BOC Aviation has agreed to purchase and lease back two Airbus A350-1000 aircraft to Philippine Airlines, marking a significant fleet expansion step for the flag carrier and strengthening the lessor’s widebody portfolio. The company said the long-term operating leases cover two Rolls-Royce-powered A350-1000s, with the first delivery set for December 2025. The agreement brings a new customer into BOC Aviation’s network and supports PAL’s ongoing efforts to modernize its long-haul fleet.

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Airbus Explores Larger A350 Variant Dubai Airshow 2025 - Airbus Explores Larger A350 Variant Airbus is evaluating the possibility of developing a larger version of its A350 wide-body airliner, a move that could reshape long-haul fleet strategies for major airlines worldwide. The study comes as demand for high-capacity, fuel-efficient aircraft continues to rise, particularly among carriers serving dense international routes. Airbus began examining the concept earlier this year as part of its long-term product roadmap, aiming to strengthen its position in the large twin-engine aircraft market dominated by a few key players.

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Emirates Expands Fleet With Major New Boeing 777X Order Dubai Airshow 2025 - Emirates has placed a significant new order for 65 Boeing 777-9 jets at the Dubai Airshow, strengthening its long-term expansion strategy amid rising global travel demand. Emirates, already the world’s largest international airline and a launch customer for the 777X program, previously ordered 205 aircraft from the family. With this latest agreement, announced during a high-profile signing event, the carrier increases its total 777X commitment to 270 aircraft—solidifying its position as the biggest customer of Boeing’s next-generation widebody jets.

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Boeing Faces Fresh Delay in Flagship 777X Jet Program Aviation News – Boeing is expected to announce another delay to its long-awaited 777X program, pushing the first delivery of its next-generation aircraft to 2027, according to Bloomberg. The setback adds to years of complications that have slowed the entry of the jet into service. The U.S. aerospace giant has yet to confirm the report, stating only that further details will be shared on October 29, 2025, during its second-quarter results.

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Qatar Airways set to order about 100 widebody jets from Boeing, Bloomberg News reports (Reuters) -Qatar Airways is finalizing a deal to buy around 100 widebody jets from Boeing (NYSE:BA), with an option to buy as many more, Bloomberg News reported on Tuesday, citing people familiar with the matter. The deal is expected to be announced during U.S. President Donald Trump’s Middle East trip, which begins next week and includes stops in Saudi Arabia, Qatar and the United Arab Emirates. The trip is expected to see some major investments in the aerospace and defense sectors. Qatar Airways and Boeing declined to comment on the matter. Last month, Reuters exclusively reported that Trump was poised to offer Saudi Arabia an arms package worth well over $100 billion. According to the Bloomberg News report, several top Middle East airlines are racing to secure major agreements ahead of Trump’s upcoming visit. It has cashed in on a booming travel environment, connecting major international destinations through its hub in Doha.

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