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Japan Airlines has a large and diverse fleet of commercial aircraft that it uses to serve long-haul odysseys to Europe and North America, high-demand domestic routes, and everything in between. According to present fleet data made available by ch-aviation, the Japanese flag carrier and oneworld member currently has a total of 201 aircraft at its disposal (including 51 that it flies on a wet-lease basis), and another 84 on order. In this article, we will dive deeper into the data to take a closer look at the different planes that make Japan Airlines and its diverse daily operations tick. We…

As we know, since the new US administration took office, deportations of undocumented immigrants have increased massively. As part of these efforts, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has been looking for ways to expand deportation flights. But a recent Wall Street Journal report revealed an unusual development. Apparently, Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem authorized the purchase of Spirit Airlines aircraft before realizing that the airline did not actually own them and that the planes had no engines. People familiar with the matter told the publication that the aircraft were intended to be used to expand deportation flights, as well…

Boeing has begun a $1 billion expansion of its 787 Dreamliner facilities in North Charleston, South Carolina, as it prepares to raise production to 10 aircraft per month in 2026. The site, which handles fabrication, final assembly, and delivery of all Dreamliner variants, will gain a second 1.2 million-square-foot final assembly building, new support facilities, and additional flight line capacity. Boeing said the project will create around 1,000 new jobs over five years and employ 2,500 construction workers during the build phase. The work is managed by HITT Contracting and BE&K Building Group. Expanding South Carolina operations A rendering shows…

Qatar Airways has built one of the most technologically advanced and diverse widebody fleets in the world. From the twin-engine Boeing 787 to the Airbus A350, its lineup reflects both ambition and adaptability. Each aircraft type serves a specific role within the network, but one clearly stands above the rest in performance and prestige. Relevant data shows that the airline’s long-haul schedules are dominated by the Airbus A350-1000. The Doha-based carrier has become synonymous with efficiency and innovation. Its ability to deploy the right aircraft on each route keeps load factors high and operating costs controlled. This balance between flexibility…

The Boeing 777-200ER has served as one of the most dependable and long-range widebody aircraft in commercial aviation. Since its introduction in the late 1990s, it has bridged the gap between the smaller 767 and the heavier 747, becoming the workhorse for major intercontinental routes. Airlines valued its balance of range, capacity, and operating efficiency, enabling nonstop links between continents with unprecedented reliability. Now, nearly three decades later, the industry is preparing to retire the type in favor of newer, more efficient successors. The question is which modern aircraft will inherit the 777-200ER’s global footprint. The shift to these newer…

While an entire ocean separates them, Asia and North America are two markets that have close ties when it comes to the world of modern commercial aviation. The transpacific market is served by legacy and flag carriers, who compete to gain market share by deploying some of their most opulent cabins on these routes. As such, this is a market where the US ‘big three’ airlines (American, Delta, and United) have a considerable presence. According to present scheduling data made available by Cirium, an aviation analytics company, United Airlines is the biggest of this trio in this market, with 1,647…

Few designs in modern aviation illustrate the evolution of jet propulsion as vividly as Pratt & Whitney’s Geared Turbofan (GTF) and Rolls-Royce’s Trent XWB. Both engines, even though very distinct, symbolize milestones in engineering: one redefining efficiency for narrowbody jets, the other perfecting power and endurance for long-haul widebodies. Together, they tell the story of how different philosophies can lead to the same goal: making flight cleaner, quieter, and more reliable. For airlines, engineers, and aviation fans, understanding the distinction between these two families is a glimpse into how the next generation of aircraft will take shape. In this guide,…

Three United States Air Force B-52H Stratofortress bombers from the 2nd Bomb Wing based at Barksdale Air Force Base touched down at Morón Air Base in Spain on the morning of November 8, kicking off joint exercises as part of Task Force Europe. The first European bomber rotation of 2026 will fly multilateral missions with Finland, Lithuania, Sweden, and other NATO allies, with the exercises based out of Spain. They will be rehearsing complex, high-threat target scenarios. Multiple sources have tracked the three jets across the North Atlantic, noting that they were supported by KC-46 and KC-135 refueling support. Interception…

The first European BTF deployment of the new financial year kicked off at Morón Air Base, Spain, on Nov. 8 with the arrival of three B-52 Stratofortress strategic bombers. Three aircraft from the 2nd Bomb Wing (BW) at Barksdale Air Force Base, Louisiana, transited across the Atlantic as CAGER 11, 12, and 13, supported by U.S. based KC-46 Pegasus and KC-135 Stratotanker refueling aircraft. Part of a routine and pre-planned Bomber Task Force (BTF) deployment, the bombers will use Morón as a forward staging post for a variety of missions across Europe, Africa, and the Middle East. These have previously…

During my review trip, I had a layover at Techo International Airport (KTI), which is the new international airport in Phnom Penh, Cambodia. The airport only opened in September 2025, so it’s about two months old. This was a pretty interesting layover for a couple of reasons, which I’d like to share in this post. International transit, a foreign concept at Techo AirportFirst for some background, let me explain why I had a layover in Cambodia, of all places. Long story short, I found a good Etihad first class fare out of Techo Airport (in order to review the carrier’s…