Philippine Airlines plans to launch Manila–Delhi and Manila–Mumbai services in December 2026, subject to Indian government approval. Both routes will use Airbus A321neos, with Delhi operating three times weekly and Mumbai four times weekly. PAL will compete with Air India on the Delhi route, while Manila–Mumbai will be a new, currently unserved link.

Turkish Airlines has converted its commitment for 100 Boeing 737 Max 8s into firm orders, retaining purchase options for another 50 Max aircraft. The agreement allows some Max 8s to be substituted with the larger, yet-to-be-certified Max 10. Turkish Airlines and subsidiary AJet currently operate a combined fleet of 78 Max jets.

Saudi Arabia's new Air Arabia-backed low-cost carrier commenced operations from Dammam on 21 September 2026, shortly after receiving its GACA AOC. The airline initially serves Riyadh and Jeddah twice daily and Medina daily, using 174-seat Airbus A320s. Established by a consortium comprising Air Arabia Group, Nesma Group and Kun Holding, the new operation supports Saudi Arabia's expansion of domestic connectivity and Air Arabia's wider multi-hub strategy.