Avianca has finalized a significant financial agreement totaling up to US$300 million for MRO services specifically focused on its CFM56 engines. This funding will be utilized at GE Aerospace’s Celma facility, located in Brazil, which serves as the primary location for these maintenance operations. The deal was formally announced by Avianca alongside GE...
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In the last few days, Airbus and Boeing have released their latest deliveries data, indicating that both aircraft… The post Airbus and Boeing both ahead of delivery totals at same stage in 2025 appeared first on AeroTime.
Lufthansa is nearing certification of its shark-skin surface film, marking the initial deployment of this technology onto an Airbus widebody aircraft. The innovative film replicates the micro-texture found on sharks’ skin to reduce drag and improve fuel...
GE Aerospace has finalized an agreement to purchase Consolidated Precision Products (CPP) from Warburg Pincus and Berkshire Partners. The acquisition of CPP, based in Cleveland, Ohio, will bolster GE Aerospace’s capabilities within the critical area of...
The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has released details regarding the critical moments leading up to the fatal crash of an Amazon cargo jet at Miami International Airport on February 14th. Flight 767 was experiencing difficulties during a...
Dassault Aviation completed the transfer of two adapted Falcon 2000LXS business jets to France's Direction générale de l'armement (DGA) on September 9th, marking a key step before their deployment by the French Navy. These aircraft are designated as the...
Ontic has completed the acquisition of SIRS Navigation, a specialist firm based in Kent focused on precision standby magnetic compasses for the aviation sector. SIRS Navigation boasts over six decades of experience in designing, manufacturing, and...
Lockheed Martin announced that Germany's inaugural flight of its first F-35A stealth fighter occurred on September 8th from the company’s facility in Fort Worth, Texas. The aircraft is one of a planned order for 35 conventional take-off and landing F-35A...
United Aircraft is finalizing a licensing agreement for the localized production of the Yakovlev SJ-100 aircraft in India, according to its chief, Vadim Badekha. The announcement was made during the Innoprom 2026 event held in Delhi. Approximately eighty...
The French Navy has taken delivery of its initial pair of Falcon Albatros surveillance aircraft following acceptance by the Direction générale de l’armement (DGA). This development phase represents a significant step in equipping the navy with advanced...
The US Army Corps of Engineers has awarded Conti Federal Services a contract to build a specialized hangar… The post US builds special B-21 hangar at Whiteman to check bomber’s stealth appeared first on AeroTime.
US investigators are examining the circumstances surrounding the fatal Boeing 767-300 freighter overrun at Miami International Airport. Shortly after landing, pilots elevated the aircraft’s thrust levers to go-around power for a period of fifteen seconds....
The transatlantic flight represents a highly orchestrated process, demanding meticulous preparation and execution by all involved parties. Prior to crossing the Atlantic Ocean, significant coordination occurs on the flight deck. This involves extensive...
Italy has placed an order for two additional General Atomics MQ-9A Block 5 Reaper remotely piloted aircraft, scheduled to be delivered by the end of 2027. These new additions will join Rome’s existing Reaper fleet, bolstering Italy's surveillance...
GE Aerospace’s acquisition of Consolidated Precision Products (CPP) was announced on September 8th and is being described as a ‘black art’ move due to the complex nature of CPP's operations. The deal aims to give GE control over critical airfoil parts,...
Airbus has secured a significant order from AIRCAIRO, a prominent Egyptian airline, for fifteen Airbus A320neo narrowbody jets. This deal represents a substantial commitment to expanding its operational capabilities within the region. The ownership change...
A rare Douglas DC-8 freighter experienced a significant incident during its approach and landing at N’djili Airport in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo. The aircraft, one of the last operational DC-8s globally, overran the runway while attempting to...
President tells Canadian aircraft manufacturer it can’t sell aircraft in U.S. without relocating more of its production.
A NORAD scramble occurred following a temporary VIP flight ban implemented over Bedminster, New Jersey, due to Donald Trump’s golf club being designated as a no-fly zone. An F-16 fighter jet was deployed for an intercept of a silent Cessna aircraft that...
U.S. Coast Guard assisted Royal Bahamas Defense Force in search off Andros Island.
Air Cairo has finalized a significant order for fifteen Airbus A320neo aircraft, representing their initial direct acquisition of this modern jet type. This purchase expands Air Cairo’s existing fleet which currently stands at approximately forty-five...
Boeing has completed the delivery of the 22nd F-15EX Eagle II fighter jet to the US Air Force. This specific aircraft, tail number [tail number], represents the inaugural deployment of the F-15EX to a strategic US air base overseas. It is destined for...
Boeing achieved a delivery rate comparable to its performance over the past decade, having delivered 418 aircraft through August. Despite a slowdown in the landing of new aircraft orders during the month of August, Boeing still managed to increase its...
FLYING Magazine has highlighted several noteworthy aviation offerings deserving of attention. The Garmin G365 Series, specifically models G365 VR and G365 AV, received recognition for their advanced features and capabilities. Furthermore, the Rotax 915 iS...
GE Aerospace announced a definitive agreement to acquire Consolidated Precision Products (CPP) in an all-cash transaction valued at approximately $11.75 billion. This acquisition represents GE Aerospace taking direct ownership of CPP, one of its existing...
The United Aircraft Corporation (UAC) of Russia will showcase two newly developed air-launched weapons, the S-71M and S-71K missiles, designed specifically for the Sukhoi Su-57E fighter aircraft during the upcoming Egypt International Air Show in Cairo....
Capacity, factory air conditioning, and Garmin G1000 NXi avionics highlight fully loaded twin-engine cruiser.
Japan's Joint Staff has repeatedly responded to surveillance activities by Chinese Y-9 intelligence-gathering aircraft over the East China Sea. Specifically, they scrambled fighter jets daily from September 3rd. These operations occurred across five...
BCT Aviation Maintenance has received approval from the UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) for an extension of its Part-145 base maintenance C Check service. This expanded capability now covers a duration of 84 months specifically for Airbus A320 family...
With American recently announcing its European-focus for the deployment of its A321XLR, I couldn’t help but wonder if this is the best use of these airplanes. I know Europe is sexy, but I couldn’t stop thinking that for American, Latin America would be a...
A Douglas DC-8 freighter operated by Trans Air Cargo Service experienced a runway excursion on September 8th at N’Djili Airport in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo. The event involved one of the few remaining DC-8s currently operating as a...