Acumen Blogs & Newsletters:
Read here: https://www.acumen.aero/blogs
IrishAero News:
Aer Lingus to Expand A320neo Fleet
Read more: https://tinyurl.com/3597whap
Buzz adds 7 Boeing 737NGs
Read more : https://tinyurl.com/umb6knst
Widerøe Grows Dublin–Bergen Route for S26
Read more: https://tinyurl.com/26w8v5dy
Aircraft Update:
EI-JAD CRJ900 c/n 15261 Cityjet Registered at Copenhagen 12/02/26 in SAS Colours ex ES-ACB.
YU-ATD Embraer 190 c/n 19000698 Air Serbia Delivered to Belgrade 31/01/26 ex N698FT.
Global Aviation News:
Air Canada to Acquire Airbus A350-1000 Widebody Aircraft
Airbus delivers just 19 aircraft in January 2026
Read more: https://aerospaceglobalnews.com/news/airbus-deliveries-january-2026/
Air France and SNCF Voyageurs expand “Train + Air” offer to include OUIGO services
AirAsia X advances global expansion strategy with Bahrain as strategic hub
American Airlines’ distribution costs kept rising as it clawed back revenue indirect share from sales and distribution
Read more: https://www.enginecowl.com/aa-distribution-costs/
Birmingham Airport Commits to Financial Incentive to Attract Direct US Connectivity Back to Region
Boeing announces largest-ever Landing Gear Exchange agreement at Singapore Airshow
Delta vs United: Premium Boom, Economy Squeeze
Read more: https://airlineweekly.skift.com/2026/01/delta-vs-united-premium-boom-economy-squeeze/
LATAM expands AeroSHARK retrofit for entire B777-300ER fleet
Read more: https://avitrader.com/2026/02/06/latam-expands-aeroshark-retrofit-for-entire-b777-300er-fleet/
Irish Aviation News:
Aer Lingus NS26 Dublin – Washington Aircraft Changes
Read more: https://www.aeroroutes.com/eng/260209-eins25iad
Executive Chair: Pat Byrne founder of CityJet
Podcast: https://www.newstalk.com/podcasts/down-to-business/executive-chair-pat-byrne-founder-of-cityjet
Irish visitation to Florida surges despite challenges
Read more: https://www.travelextra.ie/irish-visitation-to-florida-surges-despite-challenges/
Orbis International Appoints John Slattery as Chair of the Board of Directors
Ryanair: Steady As She Goes
Read more: https://airlineweekly.skift.com/issues/ryanair-steady-as-she-goes/
Share your story: Ireland West Airport calls on long-time commuters from Mayo and the West
Shannon Airport to host Explore Engineering Showcase for 5th Year
Simtech Aviation Welcomes New APS MCC Cadet Group in February 2026
Read more: https://afm.aero/ireland-based-simtech-aviation-welcomes-new-aps-mcc-cadet-group-in-february-2026/
SMBC Aviation Capital announces unsecured global syndicated finance facility of US$2 billion
X Picks:
@DXBMediaOffice Dubai’s tourism industry achieves third successive record-breaking year with 19.59 million international visitors in 2025, up 5% YoY.
@RAeSTimR A321XLR momentum in Asia-Pacific. Airbus predicting it could open 850+ new routes in Asia-Pacific that are too thin for a widebody. #avgeek
@skift Flyadeal’s CEO believes the airline has seen the worst of the aircraft delivery delays, but engine reliability and spare parts shortages remain a concern.
@skift In this excerpt from the Airline Weekly Lounge podcast, Gordon and Jay examine IATA’s claim that the average net profit per passenger in 2025 and in 2026 is a “meager” $7.90.
Video Picks:
Dublin Airport Passenger Cap to Be Scrapped and What It Means for Travel
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