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Emirates has ordered eight additional Airbus A350-900 aircraft at the Dubai Airshow 2025, expanding its long-term commitment to the type as the airline continues to renew and diversify its widebody fleet. The agreement, valued at US$3.4 billion at list prices, increases Emirates’ total A350-900 backlog to 73 units. The new aircraft, powered by Rolls-Royce Trent XWB-84 engines, are scheduled for delivery in 2031. Emirates has so far taken delivery of 13 A350-900s, the first of which entered service in November 2024. Deliveries start in 2031 as fleet expands to 73 A350-900s Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman and Chief…

flydubai has confirmed plans to launch a brand-new Premium Economy product onboard its new Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner fleet. CEO Ghaith al Ghaith told Simple Flying at the Dubai Airshow 2025 that the carrier will be configuring its Boeing widebodies with three classes, including a new PE cabin. The Dubai-based carrier expects its first 787 deliveries from the end of 2027, estimating its 30-strong fleet will all arrive by the end of 2033. flydubai placed an $11 billion order for 30 Boeing 787 Dreamliner at the Dubai Airshow 2023, with the type set to become its first-ever widebody aircraft. flydubai To…

Uzbekistan Airways saw a busy second day at the Dubai Airshow after signing two agreements with two Chinese lessors to acquire a total of six new Airbus A321neo aircraft.   First up on November 18, 2025, was the announcement that Uzbekistan Airways had signed a Letter of Intent (LOI) with the Chinese leasing company ICBC Aviation.   Under the agreement, two new Airbus A321neo aircraft featuring a two-class cabin configuration would be delivered to the airline between 2027 and 2028.    The arrangement between Uzbekistan Airways and ICBC Aviation was the first time the companies had collaborated.   The new Airbus A321neo aircraft will…

On Tuesday, November 18th, the CEO of Canadian Airline Westjet, Alexis von Hoensbroech told Reuters that the carrier still expects to receive the Boeing 737 MAX 10 by the end of 2026. The long-awaited stretch version of Boeing’s latest and greatest 737 series is past due to enter production. Boeing is still working towards certification for both the shortened 737 MAX 7 and the 737 MAX 10 sometime next year. WestJet already has other variants of the 737 MAX and its fleet, as well as 787 Dreamliner widebodies. Looking Upward & Forward Credit: Shutterstock WestJet is confident that Boeing will be…

flydubai has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Boeing for 75 Boeing 737 MAX aircraft, with options for 75 more, during the third day of the Dubai Airshow 2025. The signing ceremony took place at the airshow in the presence of flydubai chairman Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Boeing Commercial Airplanes president and CEO Stephanie Pope and flydubai CEO Ghaith Al Ghaith. The agreement, valued at around $13 billion at list prices, reinforces the airline’s long-standing partnership with the US manufacturer as it accelerates its growth strategy. The MoU covers 75 firm aircraft across the 737 MAX family…

This article covers a developing story. Continue to check back with us as we will be adding more information as it becomes available.Last Updated: 03:45am EST NOV 19 2025 by Jake Hardiman Two years after the 2023 Dubai Airshow, the 2025 edition of the show is now here! Simple Flying will be on the ground at the airshow, bringing you the latest news from orders to exclusive interviews. This page will be updated throughout the week with the latest news, including links to further coverage from our team on the ground and in the office. Be sure to pin this…

In recent years, Halifax / Stanfield International Airport has seen steady growth. The airport handled 3.9 million passengers last year, up 11.2% from the previous year, and it is expected to reach 4.2 million travelers by the end of this year. In addition, the airport has expanded its network as well. WestJet added seasonal weekly services to Regina and Saskatoon, and Porter Airlines launched daily flights to Hamilton. Meanwhile, Air Canada, the airport’s largest carrier, has announced plans to begin weekly service to Nassau and Montego from December 2025. Alongside these domestic and leisure additions, the airport’s international reach has…

AMAC Aerospace Switzerland AG has signed an Aircraft on Ground (AOG) Services agreement with Alpha Star, strengthening maintenance support for the Riyadh-based private aviation operator’s fleet. The deal was formalized during a signing ceremony at Alpha Star’s chalet at Dubai Airshow 2025. Under the agreement, AMAC Aerospace will provide AOG assistance to Alpha Star’s private jets, with both companies aiming to expand the partnership as Alpha Star prepares for future growth in the business aviation sector. Waleed Muhiddin, chief marketing officer of AMAC Aerospace Switzerland AG, said the agreement underscores AMAC’s ongoing investment in the Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO)…

Boeing has completed design and engineering relating to a new engine anti-ice system for the Boeing 737 MAX. As reported by Aviation Week, the company is now working with the FAA to define a certification plan for the new system, which would be available from the factory for new Boeing 737 MAX deliveries and would also be retrofitted to existing aircraft. This development marks a major step in certifying the Boeing 737 MAX 7 and 737 MAX 10 variants. Both of these planes have been delayed for years, with the engine anti-ice system being the primary reason behind the delay.…

Four Seasons’ newest property has just opened, and it’s the second new luxury property we’ve seen on the west coast of Florida since last year. Basics of the new Four Seasons Naples, Florida Naples Beach Club, a Four Seasons Resort, has opened as of November 17, 2025. This is Four Seasons’ sixth property in Florida, complementing locations in Fort Lauderdale, Miami, Orlando, Palm Beach, and Surfside. Four Seasons Naples exterior This hotel represents a major redevelopment of the Naples Beach Hotel & Golf Club, which dates all the way back to 1946. It closed in 2021, to undergo a full…