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 services from Luxembourg. The agreement signifies an important step in Vertical Aerospace’s strategy to...
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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...
Airframer targets key geographies for growth as it works to ramp up output to meet 40-aircraft-per-year target. Regional turboprop manufacturer ATR expects order activity to pick up in the second half of 2026 after the US-Iran war caused airlines to freeze...
Philippine Airlines (PAL) announced at the 2026 Farnborough International Airshow an order for fifteen Boeing 787 Dreamliners. The agreement represents a significant investment in the airline’s long-haul fleet expansion strategy. PAL has also secured...
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...
Southwest Airlines released its updated spring break schedule on February 28th, pushing the booking window until April 5th, representing a significant shift in their operational planning. The airline has continued reducing flights between islands within...
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....
The Farnborough Airshow 2026 commenced its opening day, marking a significant start to the event. Pratt & Whitney, the US engine manufacturer, finalized initial agreements during the air show’s debut. British Airways also secured key deals at the beginning...
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...
London City Airport (LCY) is responding to evolving passenger preferences by constructing its first dedicated lounge, marking a significant shift in their approach to traveler amenities. This development follows an observed increase in demand for private...
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,...
British Airways (BA) finalized an order for Pratt & Whitney’s geared turbofan (GTF) engines, committing to 33 firm and 30 optional Airbus A320neo aircraft during the Farnborough International Airshow. The announcement occurred on the opening day of the...
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....
Honeywell Aerospace announced a significant deal at the Farnborough air show on July 20th, securing a contract with IndiGo for the equipping of 810 Airbus A320neo family aircraft. The Indian carrier will integrate Honeywell’s avionics and power systems...
Aviation Capital Group LLC (ACG) has finalized lease agreements with Skymark Airlines for a fleet of seven Boeing 737-10 aircraft, supporting the Japanese carrier’s strategic initiatives. The primary objective is to bolster Skymark's fleet renewal and...
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...
The 2026 Farnborough International Airshow will feature a diverse lineup of aircraft across various categories, offering attendees an unparalleled opportunity to observe cutting-edge aerospace technology. Airbus is scheduled to display its A320neo family...
Emirates announced it is rolling out a new headrest design for its economy class passengers, becoming the first… The post Emirates introduces U-Dream headrest for economy class, a world first appeared first on AeroTime.
GKN Aerospace has finalized an agreement with Pratt & Whitney (P&W), a division of RTX, to incorporate low-pressure compressor (LPC) vanes into their existing risk and revenue sharing programme (RRSP). This contract represents a significant portion of the...
The Simple Flying team is providing comprehensive coverage of the 2026 Farnborough International Airshow, offering up-to-date information as it unfolds at its location in Farnborough. This event promises to be a significant gathering for aviation and space...
Aeromexico will become the initial client for Honeywell’s runway collision avoidance system, deploying it across its complete Boeing 737 fleet. The airline intends to integrate the SURF-A surface alert function throughout this aircraft portfolio. Honeywell...
British Airways has finalized its selection of Pratt & Whitney’s geared turbofan (GTF) engines for a significant portion of its upcoming fleet expansion, specifically targeting up to 63 Airbus A320neo aircraft. This decision represents a substantial...
GeminiJets announced a new release of airplane models scheduled for April and May 2026. This upcoming collection represents the company’s twentieth year in operation since its launch. The announcement details specific aircraft models set to be released...