SMBC Aviation Capital announced a significant expansion of its fleet on the opening day of the 2026 Farnborough International Airshow. The leasing company has placed an order for 100 aircraft from the Airbus A320neo family, solidifying their commitment to modernizing airline fleets globally. This substantial purchase includes a mix of A320neo and A321neo...
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Airbus has announced a significant order for 100 Airbus A320neo family aircraft, confirmed at the upcoming 2026 Farnborough International Airshow. The substantial deal is being placed with a major lessors, though the specific lessor’s identity remains...
The US Export-Import Bank (EXIM) has indicated its intent to provide JetZero up to $3 billion in funding for the construction of a new aircraft manufacturing facility located in Greensboro, North Carolina. This agreement outlines the initial framework...
Aerista has launched “Ask KOSH,” a new resource designed to assist visitors navigating the overwhelming scale of Sun 'n Fun Aerospace Expo, commonly known as AirVenture. The tool offers comprehensive details regarding crucial aspects of the event including...
The pavilion includes booths from 35 US states and 79 exhibitors new to the show this year. 30 years since its first Farnborough air show appearance, the USA Pavilion opened on Monday, touting 270 companies ready to manufacture and export across the world...
Archer aviation and defense technology company Anduril have announced the development of a novel, autonomously operated vertical take-off and landing (VTOL) aircraft. This joint venture has produced a hybrid-electric platform designed for both commercial...
SMBC Aviation Capital announced a significant order for 100 Boeing 737 MAX aircraft, marking the lessor’s initial purchase of the largest variant, the Max 10. The deal includes 40 Boeing 737 Max 8 airplanes and 60 Boeing 737 Max 10 airplanes. These...
Dublin-based Avia Solutions Group, the world’s largest ACMI (Aircraft, Crew, Maintenance and Insurance) provider, today announced the appointment… The post Avia Solutions Group Appoints AJ Abedin as U.S. Based Board Director and Senior Strategic Advisor...
Shield AI and GE Aerospace have achieved a significant milestone by integrating the AVEN (Axisymmetric Vectoring Exhaust Nozzle) system, previously utilized in 95 flights during the 1990s, with the F110-GE-129E engine. This integration is specifically...
Comac is exhibiting its diverse aircraft lineup at this year’s Farnborough air show, marking a significant expansion of the company's global footprint. The Shanghai-based manufacturer arrived fresh from securing an agreement with Air Cambodia for the C909...
Saudi Arabia's leading commercial helicopter operator, The Helicopter Company (THC), finalized an agreement to purchase eight additional Airbus H145 helicopters. This firm order represents a significant expansion of THC’s fleet capabilities within the...
Several seaplane bases are redefining aviation by offering unique operational capabilities across diverse locations worldwide. LaGuardia Airport in New York City operates as a significant base for operators like Harbor Flight Services and Signature Flying...
Riyadh Air, Saudi Arabia’s newest premium international carrier, has solidified its commitment to expanding its fleet with a firm order for six additional Airbus A350-1000 aircraft. This significant expansion will bolster the airline's capabilities as it...
Airbus Helicopters has finalized an order for eight additional H145 helicopters from Saudi Arabia’s The Helicopter Company (THC). This contract was secured at the Farnborough International Airshow, building upon a pre-existing framework agreement...
GE Aerospace recently completed a groundbreaking transatlantic flight utilizing a modified CT7 powerplant in a Saab 340 testbed aircraft. The experimental flight achieved high-altitude and high-voltage hybrid-electric operation, marking the initial...
Vertical Aerospace announced that Sigma Air Mobility will be its newest customer following discussions held during the Farnborough International Airshow 2023. Sigma Air Mobility is a subsidiary of Luxaviation Group, which operates executive aviation...
CFM International is significantly increasing its financial commitment to its worldwide Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) network. GE Aerospace and Safran Aircraft Engines have pledged a combined total of over US$2 billion for this expansion...
Boeing maintains its commitment to offering the T-7A Red Hawk trainer to the Royal Air Force as a replacement for the BAE Systems Hawk T2 and T1 trainer jets. The British service is currently seeking a solution to replace these legacy aircraft. Boeing...
Riyadh Air has finalized an agreement to purchase a total of 28 Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft, exercising options previously secured for additional planes. The Saudi Arabian carrier’s expanded order now includes the conversion of 28 Boeing 787s into...
AerCap has finalized a joint venture with Air France Industries KLM Engineering & Maintenance to lease CFM International’s Leap engines. This collaboration, stemming from a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) established last year, will be unveiled at the...
Japanese-owned leasing firm SMBC Aviation Capital placed an order for 100 Boeing 737 MAX aircraft on July 20,… The post SMBC orders 100 B737 MAX aircraft at Farnborough Airshow 2026 appeared first on AeroTime.
Riyadh Air unveiled significant fleet expansion plans on the opening day of the Farnborough International Airshow. The airline has committed to purchasing twenty-eight Boeing 787 Dreamliners through exercising existing options within their growth strategy....
Boeing announced significant aircraft orders during the Farnborough International Airshow, securing a total of 128 new jets across multiple agreements. SMBC Aviation Capital finalized an order for 100 Boeing 737 MAX airplanes alongside 40 Boeing 737-8s and...
Boeing has finalized a significant order for 100 Boeing 737 MAX aircraft with SMBC Aviation Capital, announced at the upcoming 2026 Farnborough International Airshow. This substantial deal represents a key step in the recovery and resurgence of the popular...
BOC Aviation has finalized a landmark agreement with CFM International, securing the largest engine order in its history. The transaction encompasses the purchase of 200 LEAP-1A engines specifically designed for Airbus A320neo-family aircraft. Furthermore,...
The UK’s National Police Air Service (NPAS) has increased its fleet by ordering two additional H135 helicopters. This expansion follows an initial order and now totals nine H135 aircraft within the NPAS operational network. These helicopters are utilized...
Riyadh Air has finalized significant aircraft orders during the 2026 Farnborough International Airshow, solidifying its ambitious expansion plans. The airline confirmed an order for a substantial number of Airbus A350s and Boeing 787 Dreamliners,...
Singapore-based lessor BOC Aviation has finalized an order for 300 CFM International Leap engines, marking its largest engine purchase to date. The agreement includes 200 Leap-1A engines specifically designed to power Airbus A320neo family aircraft....
Embraer’s Eve Air Mobility announced a series of new orders on July 19, 2026, prior to the Farnborough International event. The company is focused on expanding its eVTOL aircraft program and securing additional customer commitments. A key element of their...
Beta Technologies debuted the MV250, a new vertical take-off and landing (VTOL) aircraft designed for military applications at the 2026 Farnborough air show. This rotorcraft is based upon Beta’s existing fully electric A250 crewed aircraft, incorporating...
Eve Air Mobility and Shearwater Global Capital have finalized a letter of intent (LOI) committing to the potential lease of sixteen electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft produced by Eve. This agreement represents Shearwater’s initial...