Why Boeing Forecasts Southeast Asia Needs Over 4,800 New Airliners by 2044

Boeing's Commercial Market Outlook, released at the Singapore Airshow, forecasts Southeast Asian airlines will require 4,885 new aircraft by 2044, with narrowbodies dominating demand.

Feb 5, 2026•3 min

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Why Are Major Carriers Ditching Airbus A321 High-Density Seating?

Qantas and Cathay Pacific are reversing high-density Airbus A321 cabin layouts, reducing capacity to boost passenger comfort and lavatory space.

Feb 4, 2026•3 min

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Will Airbus A220-500 and new Boeing jets launch by 2027?

Airbus is preparing to develop the 180-seat A220-500, potentially challenging the A320; Avolon also signals possible A350-2000 and 777-10X launches by 2027.

Feb 1, 2026•2 min

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