Airbus Books 379 Orders in May, Faces Production Hurdles
Airbus secured 379 gross orders in May 2026, including 150 A220-300s for AirAsia, but supply chain bottlenecks threaten its 870-aircraft delivery goal.
Jun 25, 20263 min
Manufacturing
AirAsia Faces Payment Delays Amid Rising Jet Fuel Costs
AirAsia has delayed payments to suppliers and lessors as surging jet fuel costs strain the finances of the budget carrier.
Jun 24, 20264 min
Business
Asia-Pacific LCCs Leverage A321XLR for Long-Haul Expansion
Asia-Pacific low-cost carriers are deploying the Airbus A321XLR to operate long-thin routes, bypassing hubs with 4,700 nautical mile range capabilities.
Jun 22, 20264 min
Airlines
AirAsia Orders 150 Airbus A220-300s in Record Deal
AirAsia placed a firm order for 150 Airbus A220-300s, the largest single purchase agreement for the aircraft type, making it a new A220 operator.
May 13, 20265 min
Manufacturing
AirAsia Orders 150 A220s, Eyes A220-500 Stretch
AirAsia placed a record firm order for 150 Airbus A220-300s and committed to another 150 if Airbus launches the larger A220-500 variant.
May 6, 20265 min
Business