Thai Airways takes delivery of A321neo
July 27, 2026
Thai Airways International has taken delivery of the first of nine A321neos from China Aircraft Leasing Group (CALC).
The carrier agreed to lease nine of the type from CALC in 2025, scheduled for delivery from 2026 to 2028.
Alaska to Replace Hawaiian's Boeing 717 Fleet with 737-800s
July 24, 2026
Alaska Airlines will begin replacing Hawaiian Airlines' ageing Boeing 717 inter-island fleet with Boeing 737-800s from 2028, improving fuel efficiency, reliability and cargo capacity. One Alaska-operated 737 will start flying Honolulu–Kahului services in October 2026 ahead of the wider transition. The move follows the airlines obtaining a single FAA operating certificate in 2025, while continuing to operate under separate brands.
VietJet to Build MRO Facility in Thailand
July 23, 2026
VietJet Air has signed an agreement with Thailand's Eastern Economic Corridor Office to develop a large-scale aircraft maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) facility at U-Tapao International Airport near Bangkok. The project aims to improve fleet readiness, reduce maintenance turnaround times and support the group's long-term regional expansion. The facility also aligns with Thailand's strategy to strengthen its aviation sector, while reinforcing VietJet's growing presence in Southeast Asia through its Thai VietJet subsidiary.