Pratt & Whitney confirmed (22-Jul-2026) it received more than 800 GTF engine orders and commitments since the beginning of 2026. Customers include Abra Group, AirAsia, Azorra, Binter, British Airways, Finnair, Jackson Square Aviation, Luxair, Scoot, Tigerair Taiwan and VietJet Air. The GTF order backlog is now more than 8000 engines. [more - original PR]
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Saudia and Garuda Indonesia signed (22-Jul-2026) a MoU to advance a joint business partnership, expanding network access and travel options between Saudia Arabia and Indonesia. Building on an existing codeshare cooperation and shared membership in the SkyTeam alliance, the MoU will enable both carriers to explore single ticket travel across their networks. This would connect Garuda Indonesia's network in Indonesia and Australia with Saudia's destinations across the Middle East, Europe and Africa. The agreement also covers potential cooperation in network planning, flight schedules between Saudi Arabia and Indonesia, sales, marketing and distribution in markets of mutual interest. In addition, both carriers will explore areas related to loyalty programmes, technology infrastructure, airport services and services for Umrah and Hajj passengers travelling between Indonesia and Saudi Arabia. [more - original PR]
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Garuda Indonesia expanded its partnership footprint in 2026, launching a new SAS codeshare (open for sale 09-Jun-2026; first travel 15-Jun-2026) with EuroBonus/GarudaMiles earn-and-burn reciprocity.1 It also signed an MoU with Vietnam Airlines covering joint marketing, codeshare expansion and cooperation spanning leasing, ground services, MRO and cargo.2 Garuda and Singapore Airlines received Singapore competition approval for a commercial JV, including joint revenue sharing and schedule coordination.3
Cathay Pacific Group reported (22-Jul-2026) the following traffic highlights for Cathay Pacific for Jun-2026:
- Passengers: 2.6 million, +12.3% year-on-year;
- RPK: +8.2%;
- ASK: +6.0%;
- Passenger load factor: 87.4%, +1.8pp;
- Number of flights: 10,177, +8.4%. [more - original PR]
Background ✨
Cathay Pacific's passenger growth remained strong through 2Q2026, with May-2026 traffic at 2.7 million passengers (+16.8% YoY) and an 86.8% load factor on ASKs up 10.4%.1 In Apr-2026 it carried 2.8 million passengers (+16.5% YoY) with an 88.2% load factor, following Mar-2026's peak 92.2% load factor on RPKs up 21.9%.2 3 HK Express traffic softened in Jun-2026, with passengers down 3.8% YoY and flights down 10.2%, despite a higher 75.5% load factor.4
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22-Jul-2026 5:16 PM
Embraer Commercial Aircraft has 'completely shelved' plans for a new turboprop: CEO
Embraer Commercial Aviation president and CEO Arjan Meijer stated (21-Jul-2026) the company no longer plans to develop a new 70 to 90 seat turboprop aircraft. Mr Meijer commented: "We said we put it in the fridge. Then we said we put it in the freezer. But I think it's fair to say, we've completely shelved that project". He added: "We actually believe that a lot of the turboprop markets can be flown with the jets that we have". [more - Aviation Week]
Background ✨
Embraer Commercial Aviation president and CEO Arjan Meijer previously said development of the proposed turboprop was suspended in Dec-2022, with entry into service slipping from 2028 into the 2030s, and it would only be launched if performance, cost, reliability and fuel burn targets were met1. Embraer also forecast demand for 2030 turboprops through 2043, versus 8470 jets, underscoring its jet-led outlook2.
Airbus outlined (21-Jul-2026) plans to increase operating profit at its commercial aircraft division to EUR10 billion in 2029, compared to EUR5.5 billion in 2025. The company also aims to grow its services revenue to EUR10 billion through organic growth and acquisitions. [more - Aviation Week]
Background ✨
Airbus guided for around 820 commercial aircraft deliveries in 2025 and EBIT Adjusted of around EUR7 billion, with CEO Guillaume Faury citing backloaded deliveries and a complex operating environment, while noting capacity expansion to support the ramp-up and factoring in tariffs plus assumed Spirit AeroSystems work-package integration closing in 4Q20251. Airbus also targeted around 870 deliveries and EBIT Adjusted of around EUR7.5 billion in 2026, assuming no additional disruptions across trade, supply chain and operations2.
American Airlines introduced (21-Jul-2026) the following digital enhancements for passengers to have "more control" throughout their trip:
- Passengers can now use Venmo to pay for their flights on the carrier's website, with plans to add the payment option to the carrier's app in "the future". American also expanded Apple Pay options;
- Provide "more detailed and transparent" information during delays and cancellations through email, text messaging and the carrier's website and app;
- Access self service rebooking tools through the digital disruption platform, along with hotel, meal and transportation resources when eligible;
- Passengers can opt in to TSA PreCheck Touchless ID. [more - original PR]
Background ✨
American previously said an enhanced mobile app and website with disruption options would roll out over the course of a month.1 It also outlined plans to give customers more autonomy during irregular operations via self-service standby, flexible rebooking, and hotel, meal and transportation support.2 Separately, TSA PreCheck Touchless ID became available for eligible AAdvantage members at multiple hubs and other US airports where the airline operated.3
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17-Jul-2026 4:45 PM
Air Niugini to resume Port Moresby-Auckland service in Nov-2026
Air Niugini, via its official LinkedIn account, announced (16-Jul-2026) plans to resume three times weekly Port Moresby-Auckland service on 17-Nov-2026 with Boeing 737-800 aircraft. The carrier noted the route will be "the first nonstop air service" between Papua New Guinea and New Zealand "in more than 26 years". The airline plans to deploy A220 aircraft on the route from 2027. [more - original PR - Auckland International Airport]
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Air Niugini confirmed it would resume twice weekly Port Moresby-Tokyo Narita from 18-Jul-2026, using a mix of Boeing 767-300ER and 737-800 aircraft, after last operating the route in 2020.1 Air Niugini CEO Alan Milne said Port Moresby was positioned to serve as a transit hub between Japan, Australia and the Pacific, and highlighted cargo opportunities for PNG exporters.1 Air Niugini also introduced A220-300s on Port Moresby-Sydney from 29-Mar-2026, with the type configured for 138 seats and earmarked for further international deployment.2
easyJet partnered (16-Jul-2026) with Airportr to launch a luggage collection, delivery and door-to-door service for departing passengers at Edinburgh Airport. The service enables passengers to have their bags collected from their home, office or hotel, transported to the airport and "checked in ahead of their flight, meaning they can head straight to security" upon arrival at Edinburgh. easyJet already offers the Airportr service at London Gatwick Airport and Geneva Airport, and plans to expand it to Zurich Airport and EuroAirport Basel/Mulhouse/Freiburg Swiss in the future. Edinburgh is the first airport in Scotland to offer a service of this kind. [more - original PR - Edinburgh Airport] [more - original PR - Airportr - II]
Background ✨
easyJet planned to roll out its Twilight Bag Drop at Birmingham from 05-Jan-2026, adding to an existing network that already included Edinburgh and Glasgow.1 Glasgow Airport also introduced free one-hour parking for Twilight Bag Drop users, with the service offered by easyJet alongside Jet2.com and TUI Airways.2 easyJet previously partnered with Airportr to provide home luggage check-in and delivery at London Gatwick and Geneva, and also bundled it into FLEXI fares.3
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