Roberto Leiro

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VietJet Goes Big: 120 Airbus Jets Signal Long-Haul Ambitions

1 week ago | airwaysmag.com | Roberto Leiro

‍PARIS — Vietnam’s VietJet Air (VJ) has placed one of the largest aircraft orders during the second trading day at the 2025 Paris Air Show after firming an order for 100 Airbus A321neo, with 50 additional options, and finalizing a deal for 20 A330-900s. The order positions the low-cost Vietnamese carrier to expand well beyond its current footprint and into long-haul markets.
A LOT Going On: Airbus A220 Deal Lands at PAS2025

1 week ago | airwaysmag.com | Roberto Leiro

‍PARIS — In an aerospace landscape defined by wafer-thin margins and shifting alliances, LOT Polish Airlines (LO) has placed an order for up to 84 Airbus A220, with 40 aircraft in firm, including 20 A220-100 and 20 A220-300 aircraft, plus 44 options.
ANA Moves On from SpaceJet at the 2025 Paris Air Show

1 week ago | airwaysmag.com | Roberto Leiro

‍PARIS — ANA Holdings (NH) confirmed firm orders for 15 Embraer E190-E2 regional jets (with options for five more) and 27 Airbus A321neos, including three A321XLRs for Peach Aviation (NN). The decision announced at the first day of the 2025 Paris Air Show reflects a shift in ANA’s fleet planning following the collapse of the Mitsubishi SpaceJet program, for which ANA had once been the launch customer.
Riyadh Air's Strategic Leap with 25 Airbus A350-1000s

1 week ago | airwaysmag.com | Roberto Leiro

‍PARIS — In a move signaling Saudi Arabia’s growing ambitions in global aviation, Riyadh Air (RX), the kingdom’s newest national carrier, has finalized an order for up to 50 Airbus A350-1000 aircraft, with 25 firm orders and 25 options. The deal was announced today during the first day of the 2025 Paris Air Show in Le Bourget.
De Havilland Canada Offers Mining Support, Wildfire Response

1 week ago | airwaysmag.com | Roberto Leiro

‍PARIS – De Havilland Canada announced two key developments during the first day of the Paris Air Show: the sale of a Dash 8-400 aircraft to Barrick Gold for its Reko Diq mining operations in Pakistan, and Manitoba’s intent to purchase three De Havilland Canadair 515 (DHC 515) waterbombers for wildfire firefighting. Dash 8-400 for Barrick GoldThe Dash 8-400 will support Barrick’s Reko Diq Mining Company (RDMC) in Balochistan, Pakistan.
Saudi Leasing Firm Orders 77 Airbus Jets in Paris Debut

1 week ago | airwaysmag.com | Roberto Leiro

‍PARIS —Saudi Arabia’s AviLease has kicked off the order tally count at the 2025 Paris Air Show with the announcement of an order for 77 Airbus aircraft. The deal marks a new chapter for the Riyadh-based aircraft leasing company, an entrant in the global aircraft leasing market. The deal includes 22 Airbus A350 freighters and 55 A320neo-family aircraft, and represents AviLease’s first direct order from a manufacturer—a major milestone in the company’s evolution.
2025 IATA AGM: Five Takeaway Points

3 weeks ago | airwaysmag.com | Roberto Leiro

‍DELHI – The IATA's 2025 outlook for the global airline industry forecasts record numbers, with nearly 5 billion passengers over 40 million flights, and a global revenue forecast exceeding US$1 trillion for the first time. The numbers look impressive, but if we scratch the surface, we’ll find an industry walking a tightrope between profitability, safety, and sustainability. Profit—But Just BarelyFor most industries, a projected US$36 billion profit sounds like a windfall.
IATA AGM: The Future of Sustainable Aviation Fuel

3 weeks ago | airwaysmag.com | Roberto Leiro

‍DELHI – In a step toward decarbonizing the skies, the International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced on the first day of its Annual General Meeting (AGM) that the global production of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) is expected to reach two million tonnes in 2025. While this marks a doubling of 2024’s output, it still represents just 0.7% of total airline fuel consumption—a sobering reminder of the long road ahead.
IATA AGM: IndiGo Charts Global Ascent

3 weeks ago | airwaysmag.com | Roberto Leiro

‍DELHI – During the first day of the 81ST IATA Annual General Meeting in New Delhi, IndiGo (6E) unveiled its global vision, exercising 30 Airbus A350 options into firm and plans to expand its network to over 50 international cities. Peter Elbers, CEO, IndiGo, emphasized the carrier’s evolution from a domestic low-cost carrier to a global powerhouse, backed by strategic partnerships, infrastructure investment, and a commitment to sustainability.
IndiGo, Delta, Air France-KLM, Virgin Atlantic Announce Partnership

3 weeks ago | airwaysmag.com | Roberto Leiro

‍DELHI – IndiGo (6E), Delta Air Lines (DL), Air France-KLM, and Virgin Atlantic (VS) have announced today plans to develop a partnership, enhancing the connectivity of India with Europe and North America. The announcement took place during the 81st Annual General Meeting of the International Air Transport Association (IATA) in Delhi. The alliance is set to strengthen international connectivity and streamline travel between dozens of cities across the three regions.