Boeing has announced new aircraft orders from three Central Asian airlines, Air Astana, Somon Air, and Uzbekistan Airways. All three announcements were made during the C5+1 Summit, commemorating the 10th anniversary of the diplomatic platform linking the United States with the five Central Asian nations.

Air Astana Places Largest-Ever Boeing Order
Kazakhstan’s flag carrier, Air Astana, announced its largest-ever aircraft purchase, agreeing to acquire up to 15 Boeing 787 Dreamliners to expand and modernize its fleet. This order will grow Air Astana’s 787-9 fleet to as many as 18 aircraft, including three already scheduled for delivery via lessors. The new Dreamliners will boost the airline’s long-haul capabilities, allowing expansion into North America while enhancing capacity across existing routes in Asia, Europe, and the Middle East.

Uzbekistan Airways Expands 787 Dreamliner Fleet
Uzbekistan Airways has firmed an order for eight Boeing 787 Dreamliners, increasing its total order book for the type to 22 aircraft. The signing ceremony took place at the C5+1 Summit in Washington, D.C.. It was witnessed by U.S. Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick and Uzbekistan’s Minister of Investment, Industry and Trade Laziz Kudratov.

Somon Air Commits to Up to 14 Boeing Jets
In Tajikistan, Somon Air announced its largest-ever fleet commitment of up to 14 Boeing aircraft, including four 787-9 Dreamliners and ten 737-8 MAX jets. This agreement also marks the airline’s first widebody order and represents a major step in its modernization program.

Article Source: https://samchui.com/2025/11/07/air-astana-somon-air-and-uzbekistan-airways-order-new-boeing-jets/

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Our colleagues enthusiastically participated in the China Airlines Starlight Night Run Marathon on October 11 at Dajia Riverside Park.
Through this sports exchange, our team not only demonstrated strong team spirit and vitality but also further strengthened our partnership with China Airlines, laying a solid foundation for future collaboration.

SINGAPORE, 17 September 2025: Air Astana secured a five-star rating by the Airline Passenger Experience Association (APEX) in the “Major Airlines” category for the sixth consecutive year.

The award ceremony took place last week during the APEX/IFSA Global EXPO in Long Beach, California, USA.

The APEX Five-Star status reaffirms Air Astana’s consistently high standards of service. Over the years, passengers have commended the airline for its comfortable seating, attentive onboard service, diverse dining options and modern in-flight entertainment system.

“We are very proud to receive once again the highest level of APEX recognition, which reflects the trust of our passengers and strengthens our commitment to consistently delivering the very highest standards of service on every flight,” said Air Astana Manager of the Inflight Services Department, Zhamilya Zhaxybekova.

The APEX rating is based on verified passenger feedback, which is evaluated by over a million passengers who evaluate over one million flights operated by nearly 600 airlines worldwide. For 2026, the ratings criteria significantly increased to limit APEX Five Star to the top 40 airlines in the world, representing less than 7% of the airlines rated worldwide. APEX Four Star recognises the next 50 airlines in the world, meaning that only 8% of airlines worldwide reach this guideline.

Earlier this year, Air Astana was also awarded a Four-Star rating by the international rating agency Skytrax for the 14^th time.

Article Source: https://www.ttrweekly.com/site/2025/09/air-astana-achieves-apex-five-stars/

(September 10th 2025）

Air India and Air Astana have officially signed a codeshare agreement, enhancing connectivity between India and Kazakhstan. The Air India Air Astana Codeshare allows passengers greater flexibility and convenience on flights between Almaty, Delhi, and Mumbai.

Under the agreement, Air India will place its ‘AI’ code on Air Astana-operated flights on the Almaty–Delhi and Almaty–Mumbai routes.

The partnership will provide Air India passengers seamless access to Almaty, a rapidly growing hub for tourism and business in Central Asia. Customers will benefit from single-ticket bookings and through check-in for baggage when connecting via Delhi and Mumbai.

Campbell Wilson, Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director of Air India, said the Air India Air Astana Codeshare represents a vital step in strengthening air links with Kazakhstan. He noted that the partnership will not only cater to leisure travelers but also support trade and cultural exchanges between the two countries.

Peter Foster, CEO of Air Astana Group, emphasized India’s significance as a key market. He stated that the codeshare agreement will accelerate business, tourist, and student traffic flows, while highlighting Air India’s strong reputation as Asia’s oldest airline with a vast domestic and international network.

Article Source: https://sahyadristartups.com/news/air-india-air-astana-codeshare-partnership-expands-connectivity-between-india-and-kazakhstan/

DFW AIRPORT, Texas (Sept. 3, 2025)

Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) will further expand its international reach next spring with the launch of nonstop service to Amman, Jordan, when Royal Jordanian begins flights to Queen Alia International Airport (AMM).

“Welcoming Royal Jordanian to DFW is another exciting step in growing our global network,” said Chris McLaughlin, DFW’s Chief Executive Officer. “This new nonstop connection to Amman is a first for North Texas and will expand our reach into the Middle East and further grow DFW’s role as a key international gateway.”

Royal Jordanian will operate year-round, four times weekly, starting in May 2026. The service will be operated aboard a Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner with 270 seats.

The new route offers direct access to Amman, one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world and a key cultural and economic center in the Middle East. The service also opens new connections to destinations across the Levant and beyond through Royal Jordanian’s growing regional network. Royal Jordanian joins several partner airlines already operating at DFW as a member of the oneworld® global airline alliance, offering seamless connectivity.

Website Source: https://gastwn.com.tw/en/avolon-delivers-royal-jordanians-first-airbus-a320neo-online-article/