British Airways suspended (10-Mar-2026) services to and from Abu Dhabi until "later this year". The carrier also suspended services to and from Amman, Bahrain, Doha, Dubai and Tel Aviv until later in Mar-2026. [more - original PR]
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IndiGo announced (10-Mar-2026) CEO Pieter Elbers "will be stepping down", effective immediately. The LCC confirmed MD Rahul Bhatia "shall in the interim assume management of the affairs of the airline until such time that the company announces the arrival of a new leader, which is expected in short order". [more - original PR]
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IndiGo made several senior leadership changes in the past two years, including appointing Isidro Porqueras as COO from 01-Nov-2024, replacing Wolfgang Prock-Schauer ahead of his retirement1. It also appointed Vikram Singh Mehta as chairman, replacing Venkataramani Sumantran2. Under Pieter Elbers, IndiGo emphasised “further internationalisation”, with international ASKs at around 28% and international destinations rising to 403.
Boeing, via its official website, reported (10-Mar-2026) the following commercial aircraft orders and deliveries for Feb-2026:
- Gross orders: 15 aircraft;
- Deliveries: 50 aircraft;
- AerCap: Two 737 MAXs;
- Air Lease: Three 737 MAXs;
- Akasa Air: Two 737 MAXs;
- Allegiant Air: One 737 MAX;
- American Airlines: Two 737 MAXs;
- Aviation Capital Group: One 737 MAX;
- Avolon Aerospace Leasing: One 737 MAX;
- CES Leasing: One 777F;
- Dubai Aerospace Enterprise: Two 737 MAXs;
- Ethiopian Airlines Group: One 737 MAX;
- GOL: One 737 MAX;
- Jackson Square Aviation: One 737 MAX;
- JEJU air: One 737 MAX;
- Lufthansa: One 787-9;
- Macquarie AirFinance Holdings: One 737 MAX;
- Qatar Airways: One 777F;
- Ryanair: Four 737 MAXs;
- Scoot: One 787-9;
- Shenzhen Airlines: One 737 MAX;
- Singapore Airlines: One 737 MAX;
- Southwest Airlines: Four 737 MAXs;
- United Airlines: 11 737 MAXs and one 787-9;
- UPS: Two 767-300Fs;
- Virgin Australia: One 737 MAX;
- WestJet: Two 737 MAXs.
Background ✨
Boeing recorded 107 gross orders in Jan-2026, including 50 737 MAXs for Aviation Capital Group and 30 787-10s for Delta Air Lines, and delivered 45 aircraft.1 In Nov-2025 it booked 149 gross orders, led by Emirates’ 65 777Xs, and delivered 42 aircraft.2 Airbus reported 28 gross orders and 35 deliveries in Feb-2026, including 25 A320neo-family orders from Air Astana.3
Airbus reported (10-Mar-2026) the following commercial aircraft orders and deliveries for Feb-2026:
- Gross orders: 28 aircraft;
- Air Astana: Five A320neos and 20 A321neos;
- Tigerair Taiwan: Two A321neos;
- Private customer: One A320neo;
- Deliveries: 35 aircraft to 21 customers;
- Air France: One A220-300;
- Air Lease Corporation: One A321neo (Transavia);
- Azorra: Two A220-300s (airBaltic);
- Breeze Airways: Two A220-300s;
- CALC: One A321neo (United Airlines);
- Delta Air Lines: One A220-300 and five A321neos;
- EgyptAir: One A350-900;
- Frontier Airlines: Two A320neos and one A321neo;
- IndiGo: One A321neo;
- Japan Airlines: One A350-1000;
- JetBlue Airways: One A220-300;
- KLM Royal Dutch Airlines: One A321neo;
- LATAM Airlines Group: One A320neo and one A321neo;
- NAS Aviation Services: One A321neo (Etihad Airways) and one A321neo (Thai Airways);
- Nordic Aviation Capital: One A220-300 (TAAG);
- Pegasus Airlines: One A321neo;
- Qantas Airways: One A321neo;
- Saudia: One A320neo (flyadeal);
- SMBC Aviation Capital: Two A321neos (Turkish Airlines);
- United Airlines: One A321neo;
- Wizz Air: Three A321neos. [more - original PR]
Background ✨
Airbus’ Jan-2026 activity comprised 49 gross orders and 19 deliveries, including large A320neo-family commitments from Spring Airlines and IAG, plus an A330-900 for Air Algérie.1 Deliveries in Jan-2026 included A220-300s to Air Canada, Air France and Breeze Airways, and multiple A321neos to United Airlines and Wizz Air.1
AirAsia X Group announced (10-Mar-2026) the AirAsia MOVE app is introducing a 'carbon emissions per seat' feature based on actual flight data. [more - original PR - Chinese]
Background ✨
AirAsia MOVE’s flights segment grew in 4Q2025, with flight transactions (ex-B2B) up 12% quarter-on-quarter and gross booking value up 28%, supported by higher average spend and ancillary attach rates it said were 23% above peer OTAs.1 AirAsia MOVE also broadened airline content, adding partners including Air Arabia, Ethiopian Airlines, VietJet Air, Garuda Indonesia and IndiGo, taking direct airline partnerships to more than 70.2 3 1
Lufthansa Group, via its official website, announced (Mar-2026) its airlines will extend the suspension of services to the following Middle East destinations:
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10-Mar-2026 12:55 PM
Transport Canada confirms pre-clearance facility opening at Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport
Transport Canada announced (09-Mar-2026) plans to open a pre-clearance facility for US-bound passengers at Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport on 10-Mar-2026, in partnership with US Customs and Border Protection. The announcement follows "newly strengthened pre-clearance regulations in Canada" facilitating a new security screening process for individuals who require unescorted access to pre-clearance areas as part of their employment. The facility is expected to:
- Streamline the travel experience by allowing US bound passengers to complete the customs process before departure and proceed directly to connections or their final destinations;
- Enhance border security and early threat detection by enabling Canada and the US to collaborate on managing border risks and addressing shared security concerns;
- Support economic growth and job creation by increasing the airport's economic contribution in the region and boosting employment on both sides of the border;
- Strengthen trade and tourism ties by easing cross-border tourism and broader economic activity between Canada and the US - as well as open new opportunities and destinations for Canadians to the US and connections to other areas abroad.
Nieuport Aviation president and CEO Jennifer Quinn stated: "We thank the Government of Canada for its CAD30 million (USD22.1 million) investment in this transformational project... As the airport's private-sector terminal partner, we are proud to bring this critical infrastructure project from concept to reality". Ms Quinn added: "With new routes from both Air Canada and Porter Airlines, this facility is already well on its way to deepening connectivity and enabling more seamless onward travel". [more - original PR - Transport Canada] [more - original PR - Porter Airlines]
Background ✨
PortsToronto previously said Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport was scheduled to launch US Customs and Border Protection pre-clearance operations in 1Q2026, positioning it as a facilitator of bilateral trade1. Earlier, the airport appointed Pomerleau and Alstef Canada for works linked to the facility, which benefited from CAD30 million in Canadian government funding2. York Aviation research projected CAD5.3 billion in annual GDP impact and 3680 onsite jobs from the project, plus more than 10 new US routes3.
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10-Mar-2026 11:25 AM
Air New Zealand suspends FY2026 guidance amid 'unprecedented volatility' in jet fuel markets
Air New Zealand suspended (10-Mar-2026) its earnings guidance for FY2026 due to "unprecedented volatility in global jet fuel markets following the recent escalation of conflict in the Middle East". The carrier previously provided guidance as part of its interim results for H1FY2026 released on 26-Feb-2026, projecting H2FY2026 earnings to be "broadly in line with, or modestly below" the first-half loss of NZD59 million (USD35 million). Air New Zealand stated it has implemented fare adjustments in response to fuel price increases, adding that it may be required to take further pricing action should the conflict lead to continued elevated jet fuel costs. [more - original PR]
Background ✨
Air New Zealand earlier warned H1FY2026 loss before taxation would be NZD30 million to NZD55 million, citing weaker-than-expected domestic and US booking revenue, higher engine lease costs from end-of-lease obligations, and a NZD10 million increase in CORSIA liabilities.1 It also cautioned against extrapolating first-half performance to FY2026 given planned H2 capacity growth.1
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9-Mar-2026 3:14 PM
Lufthansa to focus on 'internationalisation, fleet renewal and efficiency improvements' in 2026: CEO
Lufthansa Group chairman and CEO Carsten Spohr stated (06-Mar-2026) the group plans to focus on "internationalisation, fleet renewal and efficiency improvements" in 2026. Lufthansa Group's capacity growth will focus on long haul services, while short haul capacity is expected to remain stable. The group is considering increasing frequency to Singapore, India, China and South Africa and expects new generation aircraft to comprise approximately 30% of its fleet by the end of 2026. [more - original PR]
Crestone Air Partners entered (08-Mar-2026) a definitive agreement to acquire Arena Aviation Capital, subject to closing conditions and approvals. The acquisition will expand the size and breadth of capabilities under Crestone's aviation lifecycle platform. The combined platform is expected to comprise approximately 124 aircraft and 17 engines on lease to customers, with more than USD4 billion of assets under management and more than 55 employees in five countries. Crestone Air Partners CEO Kevin Milligan said: "This transaction is a natural strategic fit and reflects our belief that the industry benefits from disciplined consolidation". [more - original PR]
Emirates Airline, Etihad Airways, flydubai, Air Arabia and Dubai International Airport, via their official websites and social media accounts, confirmed (06/07/08-Mar-2026) the following updates for UAE services:
- Emirates: "Following the partial re-opening of regional airspace, Emirates is operating a reduced flight schedule. Customers transiting in Dubai will only be accepted for travel if their connecting flight is operating";
- Etihad Airways: "Etihad Airways will resume a limited commercial flight schedule from [06-Mar-2026}, operating between Abu Dhabi and a number of key destinations. The following destinations are scheduled to operate to and from Abu Dhabi between [06-Mar-2026 and 19-Mar-2026]: Ahmedabad, Addis Ababa, Amsterdam, Athens, Atlanta, Bangkok, Barcelona, Beijing, Bengaluru, Boston, Brussels, Cairo, Casablanca, Chiang Mai, Chicago, Colombo, Copenhagen, Delhi, Bali, Dublin, Düsseldorf, Frankfurt, Geneva, Hanoi, Hong Kong, Hyderabad, Islamabad, Istanbul, Jakarta, Jeddah, Karachi, Kochi, Kolkata, Kozhikode, Krabi, Kuala Lumpur, Lahore, London Heathrow, Madrid, Malé, Manchester, Manila, Madinah, Melbourne, Milan Malpensa, Moscow Sheremetyevo, Mumbai, Munich, Muscat, Nairobi, New York JFK, Paris, Phnom Penh, Phuket, Prague, Riyadh, Rome, Seoul Incheon, Seychelles, Singapore, Saint Petersburg, Sydney, Taipei, Thiruvananthapuram, Tokyo, Toronto, Vienna, Warsaw, Washington and Zurich";
- flydubai: "Operations in and out of Dubai have resumed";
- Air Arabia: "Air Arabia has started operating a limited number of flights to and from the UAE";
- Dubai Airport: "We have partially resumed operations from today, [07-Mar-2026], with some flights operating" from Dubai Airport and Dubai World Central (Al Maktoum International Airport). [more - original PR - Emirates] [more - original PR - Etihad - II] [more - original PR - flydubai - III]
Background ✨
UAE airspace disruptions from 01-Mar-2026 triggered widespread suspensions, with Dubai Airports also reporting minor damage at Dubai International and an incident at Zayed International Airport causing one fatality and seven injuries.1 The UAE GCAA later activated regional contingency plans, citing capacity of up to 48 flights per hour via emergency routes as exceptional flights began operating.2 3 By 05/06-Mar-2026, Emirates, Etihad and flydubai operated reduced schedules, while Dubai International advised most flights remained suspended and access restricted to confirmed departures.4
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9-Mar-2026 11:14 AM
Embraer Commercial Aviation revenue down 1% in 4Q2025 as a result of customer mix
Embraer reported (06-Mar-2026) the following segment highlights for 4Q2025:
- Commercial Aviation: Revenues decreased 1% year-on-year to USD974 million, as a result of customer mix. Gross margin decreased from +12.5% to +8.6%. Adjusted EBIT decreased from +8.5% to +4.1% dragged by customer mix and higher production costs;
- Services & Support: Revenues increased 25% to USD552 million, driven by higher volumes across all segments, particularly in Defense & Security and Commercial Aviation. The gross margin increased from +29.4% to +32.2% mainly because of materials. Adjusted EBIT margin increased from +17.4% to +21.4%, and more than offset the negative impact of US tariffs during the period. [more - original PR]