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JJ Skippy
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Pretty big news from over the weekend as Spirit filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy a second time. After a warning from their parent holding company a few weeks ago that they may not stay in business for another year, this move only seemed inevitable. However, the airline reassured customers that operations will continue normally.
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Spirit Airlines files for bankruptcy again but vows to keep flying
Spirit Airlines has filed for fresh bankruptcy protection months after emerging from a Chapter 11 reorganization.
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Thanks for the thread, much appreciated.
Electra Airways, charter/ACMI airline from Bulgaria, was flying and Is flying with a a plenty of liveries and/or non-liveries. This Is almost the same of German charter airline Sundair, passing from completely white fuselage to striking special livery.
And this is what i particularly love in charter/leisure airlines.
The first era
and today
Here you can easily recognize the ex ITA Airways A320.
Electra Airways, charter/ACMI airline from Bulgaria, was flying and Is flying with a a plenty of liveries and/or non-liveries. This Is almost the same of German charter airline Sundair, passing from completely white fuselage to striking special livery.
And this is what i particularly love in charter/leisure airlines.
The first era
and today
Here you can easily recognize the ex ITA Airways A320.
On September 3rd Westjet finalized a very large order: 60 B737 MAX10 and 7 B787-9 plus 25 options.
www.westjet.com
WestJet secures its largest-ever aircraft order with Boeing
Sizeable aircraft order to be delivered through 2034 as part of airline’s multi-billion-dollar investment in future growth
www.westjet.com
Ryan_426
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Korean Air has just announced an order of 103 Boeing aircraft totaling $50 Billion USD. This includes 50 737 Max 10s, 25 787-10s, 20 777-9s, and 8 777-8Fs.
investors.boeing.com
Edit: wasn’t actually as recent as I thought my bad
Korean Air Commits to Record Purchase of 103 Boeing Jets to Modernize Fleet
- South Korea's flag carrier intends to buy 777-9s, 787-10s, 737-10s and 777-8 Freighters to optimize fuel-efficiency across global network - Commitment will be the largest for the airline, adding to its March 2025 order for 40 Boeing widebody jets Boeing [NYSE:BA] and Korean Air announced today...
Korean Air...in my opinion Boeing rules in this new livery!Korean Air has just announced an order of 103 Boeing aircraft totaling $50 Billion USD. This includes 50 737 Max 10s, 25 787-10s, 20 777-9s, and 8 777-8Fs.
Edit: wasn’t actually as recent as I thought my badKorean Air Commits to Record Purchase of 103 Boeing Jets to Modernize Fleet
- South Korea's flag carrier intends to buy 777-9s, 787-10s, 737-10s and 777-8 Freighters to optimize fuel-efficiency across global network - Commitment will be the largest for the airline, adding to its March 2025 order for 40 Boeing widebody jets Boeing [NYSE:BA] and Korean Air announced today...
Boeing_3019
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Looking at that fantasy A321neo... if Korean Air added that black mask would it look better?
While Delta is waiting for the delivery of the First A350-1000 (2026, early 2027) to replace some of the B767s in fleet, rumors say that the airline could also order the B787-10
"As rumors circulate online that Delta Air Lines may soon place its first order for the Boeing 787-10 Dreamliner, it is also preparing to introduce the stretched Airbus A350-1000 into service. Delta ordered 20 of these aircraft with an option for 20 more in early 2024. The first examples are expected to be delivered in 2026, although it's possible this could be delayed until 2027".
(SimpleFlying)
"As rumors circulate online that Delta Air Lines may soon place its first order for the Boeing 787-10 Dreamliner, it is also preparing to introduce the stretched Airbus A350-1000 into service. Delta ordered 20 of these aircraft with an option for 20 more in early 2024. The first examples are expected to be delivered in 2026, although it's possible this could be delayed until 2027".
(SimpleFlying)
PeachStateAviation
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The whole situation with Delta is complex because it is evident they’re willing and able to expand their fleet (ex LATAM 350s) but I’ve think they realized that the Airbus backlog is becoming a bit too large. Also I would think Boeing would be giving them a large difference in price as a domestic manufacturer who has had long history with them. Moral of the story is Delta needs planes and will buy from whoever.
American Airlines is starting to search at least 40 pilots for its base at New York JFK to start transatlantic flights with the A321XLR from March 2026.
Not news about the cities served in Europe, rumors say Dublino, Shannon, Edinburgh, Berlin, Prague (these two without payload restriction maybe)
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Not news about the cities served in Europe, rumors say Dublino, Shannon, Edinburgh, Berlin, Prague (these two without payload restriction maybe)
Leaked: American Airlines Plans New A321XLR Base At JFK
An internal memo shows that American Airlines is looking to assign at least 40 A321XLR pilots to transatlantic operations.
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PeachStateAviation
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The Korean 747 returns to ATL after leaving for a second time, however this is just for one (possibly two) days due to the recent news. I do not want to get political, so the TLDR version is Korean is bringing their 747-8is to ATL for the final time (I’ve said this twice now in 2020 & earlier this year but it’s returned) on a charter. The circumstances bringing them here are not the greatest, but I will most likely head to the airport today to send this thing off for a 3rd time. It’s cool that the airframe they brought is my first one I saw, and now the only 748 in the new colors. I’ll probably send another update if that 2nd 748 pops up because it’s scheduled to land in amazing light.
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Avelo Airlines placed a order for 50 E195-E2 becoming the first U.S. operator of the type.
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Brazil's Embraer lands first U.S. order for E2 jets with Avelo Airlines buying 50 planes
U.S. upstart airline Avelo said it placed a firm order for 50 Embraer E195‑E2 jets, a win for the Brazilian manufacturer.
Air Canada A321XLR debut.
X(LR)-cellent News: Air Canada Unveils Palma de Mallorca as its First New Route for Airbus A321XLR Starting Summer 2026.
Other routes will be Montreal - Toulouse and Montreal - Edinburgh starting in 2026.
MONTRÉAL, September 9, 2025 - Air Canada announced today Montréal to Palma de Mallorca as its first brand new route to be operated by its Airbus A321 extra-long range (XLR) aircraft. Delivery of the XLR fleet begins in the first quarter of 2026, and in June 2026, Air Canada will inaugurate service from Montréal to the Spanish island in the western Mediterranean onboard this new aircraft. Seats are available for sale now at aircanada.com and through Travel Agents.
“The wait is nearly over as the imminent arrival of the game-changing Airbus A321XLR marks the next phase of international growth at Air Canada. This revolutionary narrow-body aircraft unlocks new, exciting global opportunities with its wide-body range and enhanced onboard product. Today, we begin that journey of growth with the announcement of Palma de Mallorca as the first new destination made possible by this fleet. By leveraging the unique capabilities of the A321XLR, Air Canada becomes the first Canadian airline to offer flights to this Spanish island, renowned for its stunning beaches, history and culture. We look forward to welcoming our customers aboard this exciting new aircraft, which will join our fleet in the coming months,” said Mark Galardo, Executive Vice President & Chief Commercial Officer, and President, Cargo at Air Canada.
The A321XLR is the first narrow-body in Air Canada’s fleet that will feature lie-flat seats in the Business Class cabin, bringing a wide-body experience on a narrow-body jet. It will accommodate 182 passengers in a configuration of 14 Signature Class seats and 168 Economy Class seats. The A321XLR will also mark the beginning of the next era in Air Canada’s cabin interiors with the introduction of a new design standard for our onboard experience.
In addition to launching new service to Mallorca, Air Canada will also transition existing routes to the A321XLR, including year-round flights between Montréal and Toulouse, connecting two vibrant francophone cities, and seasonal flights between Montréal and Edinburgh, resuming service in 2026 with an enhanced product offering. As Air Canada takes delivery of additional A321XLR aircraft, the airline will be adding more exciting routes from Toronto, Ottawa and Halifax, amongst other cities.
(Source: Air Canada)
X(LR)-cellent News: Air Canada Unveils Palma de Mallorca as its First New Route for Airbus A321XLR Starting Summer 2026.
Other routes will be Montreal - Toulouse and Montreal - Edinburgh starting in 2026.
MONTRÉAL, September 9, 2025 - Air Canada announced today Montréal to Palma de Mallorca as its first brand new route to be operated by its Airbus A321 extra-long range (XLR) aircraft. Delivery of the XLR fleet begins in the first quarter of 2026, and in June 2026, Air Canada will inaugurate service from Montréal to the Spanish island in the western Mediterranean onboard this new aircraft. Seats are available for sale now at aircanada.com and through Travel Agents.
“The wait is nearly over as the imminent arrival of the game-changing Airbus A321XLR marks the next phase of international growth at Air Canada. This revolutionary narrow-body aircraft unlocks new, exciting global opportunities with its wide-body range and enhanced onboard product. Today, we begin that journey of growth with the announcement of Palma de Mallorca as the first new destination made possible by this fleet. By leveraging the unique capabilities of the A321XLR, Air Canada becomes the first Canadian airline to offer flights to this Spanish island, renowned for its stunning beaches, history and culture. We look forward to welcoming our customers aboard this exciting new aircraft, which will join our fleet in the coming months,” said Mark Galardo, Executive Vice President & Chief Commercial Officer, and President, Cargo at Air Canada.
The A321XLR is the first narrow-body in Air Canada’s fleet that will feature lie-flat seats in the Business Class cabin, bringing a wide-body experience on a narrow-body jet. It will accommodate 182 passengers in a configuration of 14 Signature Class seats and 168 Economy Class seats. The A321XLR will also mark the beginning of the next era in Air Canada’s cabin interiors with the introduction of a new design standard for our onboard experience.
In addition to launching new service to Mallorca, Air Canada will also transition existing routes to the A321XLR, including year-round flights between Montréal and Toulouse, connecting two vibrant francophone cities, and seasonal flights between Montréal and Edinburgh, resuming service in 2026 with an enhanced product offering. As Air Canada takes delivery of additional A321XLR aircraft, the airline will be adding more exciting routes from Toronto, Ottawa and Halifax, amongst other cities.
(Source: Air Canada)
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