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SMBC Aviation Capital’s bold $3.4 billion investment in Airbus A320neo fleet

adminNovember 21, 2023November 21, 2023

November 21, 2023November 21, 2023

In a strategic move signaling confidence in the global aviation sector’s post-pandemic recovery, Japan’s SMBC Aviation Capital has announced a substantial $3.4 billion acquisition of 60 Airbus A320neo aircraft. This investment reflects the company’s optimistic forecast for the air travel industry and its commitment to enhancing its fleet with more......

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In the relaunch of Air India, Airbus to win 235 single-aisle jet orders

EditorJanuary 21, 2023

January 21, 2023

A resurgent Air India will announce a historic purchase of some 495 jets on Jan. 27, according to industry sources. Airbus will win an order for 235 single-aisle planes. Sources said the deal covers 425 single-aisle jets, including 235 Airbus A320neos and 190 Boeing 737 MAXs reported by Reuters last......

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PM Modi lays foundation stone for transport aircraft manufacturing project

EditorNovember 1, 2022

November 1, 2022

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has said that India is moving toward becoming a global manufacturing hub with its cost-effective manufacturing capabilities, high-standard comparative environment and ease of doing business. In laying the foundation stone for the C-295MW transport aircraft manufacturing project at Vadodara, Gujarat today, the Prime Minister said......

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Provisional deal signed between Malaysia Airlines and Airbus for 20 A330 Neos

EditorAugust 15, 2022

August 15, 2022

An agreement has been signed between Malaysia Airlines and aircraft leasing company Avolon to replace its ageing fleet of A330 widebody jets with 20 Airbus A330neos. According to the carrier, 10 of the planes will be acquired from Airbus and then leased directly from Avolon, with the remaining 10 being......