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There have been a lot of announcements during the first couple of days of the Dubai Airshow, though they’ve largely involved Gulf carriers. Well, here’s an announcement involving a European airline, which will catch some people (including me!) off guard. Air Europa taps Airbus A350 for long haul fleet renewalSpanish airline Air Europa has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Airbus for up to 40 A350-900 aircraft. The order hasn’t yet been finalized, so it’s not known how many of these will be firm orders, and when the planes will be delivered. What’s noteworthy is that Air Europa’s long haul fleet…

Delta Air Lines is one of the three major operators in the United States aviation market. The Atlanta-based airline flies to over 300 destinations in more than 50 countries across six continents. It operates a large network with around 5,000 daily flights (including regional), employs around 100,000 staff, and served a total of 200 million passengers in 2024, according to its own corporate data. Delta currently operates a fleet of almost 1000 aircraft across multiple manufacturers and types, from short-haul narrowbodies like the Airbus A220 and A320 to larger widebodies such as the Boeing 767 and the range-topping Airbus A350.…

EOS Technologie has released new footage showing the automatic strike test of its Veloce 330 and Rodeur 330 loitering munitions.   Filmed in the presence of the French Defense Innovation Agency (AID) and representatives of the French Armed Forces, the demonstration marks the latest step in France’s push to evaluate domestically developed anti-armor effectors.   The video showcases the progression from earlier manual strike trials conducted in June 2025, when EOS performed a first-person-view (FPV) guided engagement against an inflatable tank target.   A November 2025 demonstration shifted to a fully automatic strike sequence, with the munition navigating, identifying, and executing its terminal…

FlyDubai has made an exciting announcement, which will see the airline going from not offering Wi-Fi at all, to offering free, high speed Wi-Fi for everyone. Talk about a nice upgrade! FlyDubai partnering with Starlink on inflight connectivity FlyDubai has signed an agreement with SpaceX, to introduce Starlink Wi-Fi. The airline plans to install this service on its entire Boeing 737 fleet, and the installation process will take place throughout 2026. Given how fast Starlink installation is, the airline expects to complete the project in just one year. Presumably the newly ordered Airbus A321neos will also get Starlink Wi-Fi, but…

flydubai and Airbus have announced an MOU for 150 Airbus A321neos, representing a milestone order for the Dubai-based carrier, which currently operates an all-Boeing 737 fleet. Announced on Day Two of the Dubai Airshow 2025, the airline says it expects deliveries to begin in 2031 and will help fuel the low-cost carrier’s growth at Al Maktoum International Airport. flydubai Orders 150 Airbus A321neo Credit: flydubai As heavily rumored in the lead-up to the Dubai Airshow, flydubai has opted for Airbus’s largest narrowbody, the Airbus A321neo, with a commitment for 150 jets and another 100 options. In a signing ceremony attended by…

The Kingdom of Morocco has signed a contract with Airbus Helicopters for 10 H225M helicopters to replace its longstanding Puma fleet.   On November 18, 2025, Airbus confirmed the new H225Ms will join the Royal Moroccan Air Force to conduct combat search and rescue operations.  The H225Ms will be equipped with a double hoist installation, a searchlight and a Safran Euroflir 410 electro-optical system. They will also be able to carry machine guns and an electronic warfare system for self-protection.    “We are honoured that Morocco has chosen to replace its legacy Puma fleet with the H225M. This is another step in…

FlyDubai has just announced a new aircraft order, and it’s one of the most interesting orders that we’ve been in quite some time, if you ask me! FlyDubai plans huge growth with Airbus A321neo While it’s not yet a firm order, FlyDubai has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Airbus for 150 A321neo aircraft, making the airline a new Airbus customer. This is expected to include 115 firm orders and 35 options, though the delivery timeline remains to be seen. It’s also expected that this could include multiple variants within the A321neo family, so FlyDubai could also be looking…

This article covers a developing story. Continue to check back with us as we will be adding more information as it becomes available.Etihad Airways has placed an order for 15 Airbus A330neos and will also increase its commitments for the A350-1000 and A350F. The Abu Dhabi-based carrier made the announcement on Day Two of the Dubai Airshow 2025 as part of an agreement with leasing firm Avolon. Along with the A330-900, the carrier has added up to seven more A350-1000s and three more A350Fs to its orderbook. Etihad expects deliveries of the A330neo to begin in 2027, with the aircraft…

Gulf Air and Boeing have finally reached a firm agreement for the Bahrain-based carrier to purchase 12 Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft.  The announcement came on day two of the Dubai Airshow 2025 which has so far seen Boeing sign aircraft agreements with Emirates, Ethiopian Airways and Air Senegal.  The definitive purchase agreement signed between Boeing and Gulf Air on November 18, 2025, is understood to be for 12 Dreamliners and finalizes negotiations undertaken earlier this year.  “This agreement highlights Gulf Air’s ongoing commitment to fleet modernisation, sustainable growth, and the delivery of superior passenger experience. By expanding its 787 Dreamliner…

Etihad Airways has just announced an Airbus aircraft order at the Dubai Airshow, and it’s an interesting one, as the airline will be adding a new aircraft type to its fleet. Etihad orders 25 wide body jets from Airbus Etihad has just announced a major expansion to its Airbus wide body fleet. Most significant is that the Abu Dhabi-based airline has ordered 15 Airbus A330-900neos. Six of those are directly from Airbus, while nine are from leasing company Avolon, and the first is expected to be delivered in 2027. For those not familiar, the A330neo is the latest generation version…