Air China, Hainan Airlines Order 95 Jets Ahead of Farnborough as China Buying Momentum Builds
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Updated · Aviation Week · Jul 17
Air China, Hainan Airlines Order 95 Jets Ahead of Farnborough as China Buying Momentum Builds
3 articles · Updated · Aviation Week · Jul 17
Summary
95 aircraft were announced just before Farnborough, led by Air China’s order for 15 A350-900s and 40 A320neos for subsidiary Shenzhen Airlines, plus Hainan Airlines Group’s separate order for 40 A320neos.
Those commitments reflect airlines’ push to replace older, less fuel-efficient fleets and lock in delivery slots as travel demand stays firm and global backlogs remain stretched.
China’s orders arrive as analysts see a stronger 2026 show than Farnborough 2024, when commercial commitments totaled just under 300 aircraft and new firm orders stayed below 150 for the month.
Boeing and Airbus have regained some production stability since 2024, but engine, aerostructure and geopolitical risks still threaten how quickly manufacturers can meet demand.
Jefferies sees up to 500 orders this year, with campaigns still in play at airlines including American, Qantas, Singapore Airlines and Malaysia Airlines.