Alliance Airlines Weighs Boeing and Airbus Jets
Alliance Airlines' chief executive says the carrier could consider adding Boeing 737s or Airbus A320s to its fleet.
Updated on Nov. 4, 2026 in Business Travel
Alliance Airlines chief executive Steven Greenway said the airline could consider adding Boeing 737s or Airbus A320s to meet demand for larger aircraft in FIFO and charter operations. The airline, which owns 84 aircraft, is first focused on replacing its F70s and F100s with E190s.
Why it matters
Clients have shown interest in a 737 or A320 operation, but Greenway said introducing additional aircraft types would add operational complexity and cost. The move reflects a fleet review launched amid rising aircraft acquisition and maintenance costs.
Alliance Airlines owns 84 aircraft, including 48 E190s, 12 F70s and 24 F100s. Its wet-lease commitment with Qantas has been cut from 30 to 23 E190s, though the airline has not yet said whether it will add 737s or A320s.
The players
Alliance Airlines
Alliance Airlines is an Australian regional and charter carrier based in Brisbane that operates fly-in fly-out and charter services.
Steven Greenway
Steven Greenway is the chief executive of Alliance Airlines, having joined the carrier in October 2026.
Qantas
Qantas is Australia's largest airline and the counterparty to Alliance Airlines' wet-lease agreement.
The details
Alliance Airlines renegotiated its wet-lease agreement with Qantas in August 2026, reducing its commitment from 30 to 23 E190s by June 2027. The renegotiation followed a review of its wet-lease contracts and business model launched in November 2025.
Timeline
November 2025: Alliance launches review of wet-lease contracts and business model.
August 2026: Wet-lease agreement with Qantas is renegotiated.
October 2026: Steven Greenway joins as chief executive.
June 2027: Reduced commitment of 23 E190s takes effect.
Market Landscape
Alliance's renegotiated Qantas wet-lease reflects a broader pattern of regional Australian carriers reassessing contract dependence as aircraft acquisition and maintenance costs rise. Its fleet choices will shape how it competes for FIFO and charter work against other regional operators.
Travellers booking regional Australian routes should check which aircraft type operates their flight, as Alliance's fleet mix may change. Corporate and FIFO travellers may see shifts in capacity as the airline adjusts its E190 commitments through June 2027.
The takeaway
Fleet decisions by regional carriers can quickly affect route capacity and aircraft types for business travellers. Keep an eye on airline announcements before planning recurring FIFO or charter trips.
Further reading
For broader context on corporate and FIFO travel, explore Business Travel coverage.
