8.1 years is relatively young in comparison to other major airlines around the world – an average age of 12 is not uncommon with major carriers.
United Airlines, Lufthansa and Air France all had average fleet ages of more than 12 years – and even up to almost 16 years – in 2025.
Ultra-low-cost carrier Ryanair had an average fleet age of 16.2 years as of June of this year.