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Rumble Over the Redwoods Returns for Third Annual Airshow
Humboldt County aviation extravaganza brings warbirds, jet teams, and a community focus to California’s ‘Lost Coast.’
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Why The Airbus A380 Is Having An Unexpected 2nd Life
The Airbus A380 is experiencing an unexpected resurgence due to sustained demand within a specific sector. Several airlines are retaining their superjumbo aircraft for cargo operations, capitalizing on its exceptional payload capacity and size. Emirates...
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It’s Official: Boeing 737 MAX 7 Secures FAA Type Certification
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has officially granted type certification to the Boeing 737 MAX 7 aircraft. This significant milestone marks the completion of the necessary regulatory approvals for the smaller variant within the MAX family. The...
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The Regional Jet Cliff: What Happens When The Bombardier CRJ & Embraer E-Jet Fleets Age Out
For many years, Bombardier’s CRJ and Embraer’s E-jet fleets have been dominant forces within the regional jet market globally. These aircraft types have consistently served as workhorses for numerous airlines across North America and Europe. As these...
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US KC-135 damaged over Iraq returns to service with new tail section
A Boeing KC-135 aerial refueling jet, identified as registration 63-8017, sustained significant damage in a mid-air collision over Iraq during March. The incident resulted in the shearing off of a stabiliser from a retired jet which was subsequently used...
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Departing FAA Leader Says Agency Is Being ‘Nudged’ to Embrace Risk
Chris Rocheleau, who assumed the role of acting Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Administrator in January 2025, is slated to depart the agency later this week. He has described a situation where the organization is experiencing pressure to accept...
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What Happens To A Widebody After Its Final Commercial Flight?
The retirement of a wide-body commercial airliner is rarely an immediate event; it’s typically characterized by a prolonged and intricate procedure. This extended timeline stems from numerous logistical considerations surrounding the aircraft's disposition...
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Russia’s Answer To The Boeing 737 MAX Just Took Flight
On December 2, 2023, Russia's Irkut Corporation completed its initial flight test of the MC-21 airliner, marking a significant step in the aircraft’s development. This maiden voyage occurred at the Kolyma Airport near Yakutsk, Siberia, demonstrating the...
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This 1975 Cessna T310R Is a Twin-Engine ‘AircraftForSale’ Top Pick
A meticulously updated 1975 Cessna T310R is currently being offered for sale by AircraftForSale, representing a standout option within their selection of aircraft. The aircraft has undergone significant modernization featuring a contemporary glass panel...
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Somon Air receives its first Boeing 737 MAX jet, a first for Tajikistan
Somon Air, the national flag carrier of Tajikistan, has taken delivery of its inaugural Boeing 737 MAX aircraft. This significant milestone represents the debut of the 737 MAX series within the country’s aviation landscape. The arrival of this new...
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Eve Air activates pusher propulsion system in first partial transition flight
Embraer's Eve Air Mobility successfully initiated its pusher propulsion system during a recent partial transition flight of its eVTOL aircraft. This activation occurred as part of the company’s ongoing efforts to move towards a pusher configuration for the...
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The F-47 Will Fly 3 Years Before Its Engine Is Ready: Here's Why That's a Problem
Boeing’s progress on the F-47 fighter aircraft has been significantly impacted by delays in the development of its associated propulsion system. The United States Air Force remains focused on accelerating the completion of the new generation engine...
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Hundreds Of Boeing 737 MAXs May Have Had Seats Incorrectly Installed
The FAA announced on Monday, July 27th, a potential issue concerning seat installations on numerous Boeing 737 MAX aircraft operated within the United States. Investigations have revealed suspicions that hundreds of these planes had seats improperly fitted...
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From Pioneering Turboprop to Timeless Performer: The TBM 700’s Lasting Legacy
The Short Trident TBM 700 has achieved a significant milestone, marking its final flight after decades of operation. Originally developed as an evolution of the Mooney M50 aircraft, the TBM 700 began service in 1984 and quickly established itself as the...
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easyJet sets up dramatic deadline day finale for Castlelake and Apollo bids
easyJet has pushed back the final deadline for bidders to submit their offers regarding a potential takeover, extending the timeframe until November 30th, 2023. This extension provides Castlelake and Apollo Global Management with additional time to...
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ITOCHU to Join ACG Ownership in US$1.95bn Deal
ITOCHU Corporation is set to become a significant owner of Aviation Capital Group (ACG) through a substantial investment, totaling approximately US$1.95 billion. This acquisition involves acquiring a 50% equity interest in TC Skyward Aviation U.S., Inc.,...
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Why The FAA Is Making Boeing Certify The 737 MAX 7 & MAX 10 Before The 777X
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is implementing a new certification process for Boeing’s upcoming 737 MAX 7 and MAX 10 aircraft, alongside its ongoing work on the 777X program. This shift in strategy involves requiring Boeing to certify these...
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First serial-production MC-21-310 conducts maiden flight
The Yakovlev MC-21-310 completed its initial test flight from the Irkutsk assembly plant on August 2, 2026. This marks a significant step forward for the twinjet’s production and delivery timeline. The aircraft is equipped with Aviadvigatel PD-14 engines...
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Tajikistan’s Somon Air receives first 737 Max
SomonAir, the national flag carrier of Tajikistan, has taken delivery of its inaugural Boeing 737 MAX aircraft as part of a lease agreement with Dubai Aerospace Enterprise (DAE). The specific aircraft is a 737 MAX 8 variant and represents the initial...
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How The Queen Of The Skies Made A Comeback At Delta Air Lines
Delta Air Lines officially retired its Boeing 747 aircraft on January 6, 2023, marking the final operation of the iconic jumbo jet within United States commercial service. This decision concluded a nearly 51-year relationship between Delta and the...
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Vallair promotes Pilshchikova to lead asset trading
Vallair has appointed Valentina Pilshchikova as Director Asset Trading, effective immediately. Pilshchikova’s role encompasses the company's aircraft and engine asset trading operations. Based in Luxembourg, she will be responsible for cultivating new...
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Two firefighting crew killed after helicopters collide in Greece wildfires
On August 3, 2026, two crew members tragically lost their lives following a mid-air collision involving two firefighting helicopters operating near the ongoing wildfires in Greece. The incident occurred while the aircraft were engaged in combatting the...
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Aviation heavyweight Willie Walsh begins his first day as IndiGo CEO
Willie Walsh commenced his role as Chief Executive Officer of IndiGo today, marking a significant transition for the airline. This appointment follows a period of approximately six years since Walsh’s previous leadership position at major airlines. The...
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Irish leasing firm Orix acquiring Welsh-based aftermarket specialist AerFin
Orix Aviation, an Irish-based lessor with a portfolio of approximately 240 aircraft including Airbus and Boeing models, is set to acquire AerFin, a Welsh-based aftermarket specialist. The transaction anticipates completion by the end of this year following...
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How The Airbus A321XLR Is Quietly Killing The Hub & Spoke Model
Airbus’s A321XLR aircraft represents a significant shift in air travel strategy, posing a direct challenge to the established hub-and-spoke aviation model. This new long-range variant is gradually prompting a potential worldwide transformation of airline...
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USAF ‘Franken-tanker’ KC-135 flies again with donor tail after Iraq collision
A US Air Force KC-135R Stratotanker that lost the upper portion of its vertical stabilizer in a mid-air collision over… The post USAF ‘Franken-tanker’ KC-135 flies again with donor tail after Iraq collision appeared first on AeroTime.
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Castlelake and Apollo given same deadline to submit firm EasyJet offer
Investment firms Castlelake and Apollo have been granted the identical deadline of August 7th to present a definitive bid for UK budget airline EasyJet. This synchronized timeline adjustment follows an alignment between the two firms’ due diligence...
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The UK's 'Expanded' F-35 Fleet Won't Add A Single Jet Until The 2030s
The United Kingdom’s ambitious plans to expand its fleet of Lockheed Martin F-35B Lightning II multirole combat aircraft have been significantly revised, delaying any new jet acquisitions until at least the 2030s. Initial projections indicated a phased...
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Australia's F-35 Pipeline Is Quietly Bottlenecked By A 25-Year-Old Trainer Fleet Barely Keeping The Schoolhouse Open
The latest with Australia's fighter modernization plans.
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Kaan prototype starts taxi tests
The Turkish Aerospace Industries (TAI) has initiated taxi tests for the initial prototype of its Kaan fighter aircraft, marking a significant step forward in the program’s development. This progress follows ongoing test operations conducted by the...
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How Embraer Quietly Reclaimed Its Home Continent From The Airbus A220 In 12 Months
Embraer has achieved a significant strategic victory within Europe over the past twelve months, successfully regaining its position as the dominant regional aircraft manufacturer on the continent. This remarkable turnaround centers around the success of...