CFM International has finalized an agreement with Abra Group to equip fifty Airbus A320neo family aircraft with LEAP-1A engines. These new engines will be delivered to Avianca, bolstering a longstanding partnership between the two companies. The order encompasses the remaining 50 aircraft within Avianca’s initial 134-aircraft A320neo-family purchase...
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Korean Air announced its commitment to combating wildlife trafficking by signing the Buckingham Palace Declaration. This marks a significant milestone as Korean Air is the inaugural airline from South Korea participating in this international initiative....
At the Farnborough International Airshow 2026, Aerolíneas Argentinas finalized a lease agreement with Aviation Capital Group (ACG) for six newly manufactured Boeing 737 MAX 10 aircraft. The deal represents a significant expansion of Aerolíneas Argentinas’...
Aerolineas Argentinas has secured a lease agreement for six Boeing 737 MAX 10 twinjets through Aviation Capital Group (ACG). This announcement follows the airline’s previously disclosed fleet modernization strategy unveiled last year. Fabian Lombardo,...
Dassault sees route to recovery from progamme collapse, while tensions with Airbus persist on Eurodrone programme. France is preparing to launch a successor programme to the collapsed tri-national Future Combat Air System (FCAS) programme with a...
Southwest Airlines reported a significant increase in its operating profit for the second quarter of 2026, reaching $285 million during April through June. This represents an improvement of $60 million compared to the previous period, driven by increased...
EasyJet reported a significant decline in its fiscal third-quarter operating profit, experiencing a more than two-thirds decrease following increased fuel costs and reduced customer demand. The airline’s financial performance was impacted by elevated fuel...
Airbus’s inaugural A350-1000ULR commenced a nonstop test flight from Toulouse Blagnac to Melbourne, Australia. The aircraft is specifically designed as part of Qantas's Project Sunrise program. During the flight, the crew will be evaluating various...
Airbus initiated the inaugural long-duration test flight of Qantas's A350-1000ULR aircraft, commencing from Toulouse-Blagnac in France. The flight is designed to evaluate the aircraft’s extended range capabilities over a significant distance. Airbus has...
Three major United States airports – Denver International Airport, Newark Liberty International Airport and Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport – have initiated a transition to a private screening model following a decision to discontinue their...
Delta Air Lines has shifted its top-tier Airbus A350 suite cabins to focus on higher-demand premium routes across its network. This strategic move involves relocating the most luxurious seating configurations from previously configured flights. The airline...
NTSB chair scolds head of carrier over claims Greek engine failure incident was unrelated to age or maintenance. US investigators have admonished Ryanair Group chief Michael O’Leary for premature remarks regarding the Boeing 737-800 incident involving an...
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Emirates’ “Game Changer” First Class product is currently implemented on nine out of over 250 aircraft within its global fleet. This strategic approach focuses on delivering unparalleled privacy to passengers utilizing enclosed first-class suites. The...
Pratt & Whitney Canada, a subsidiary of RTX, is committing C$275 million towards significant upgrades at its engine manufacturing facility situated in Longueuil, Quebec. This substantial investment represents approximately $195 million and will focus...
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The Fairchild Republic A-10 Warthog, renowned for its unique design and combat capabilities, owes much of its survivability to a critical component – its titanium bathtub floor panel. This innovative feature was introduced in 1997 following extensive...
A recent deep-sea exploration has successfully located the wreckage of a Douglas DC-4 aircraft that tragically sank in the Atlantic Ocean nearly seventy-five years ago. The plane, identified as N88899 and operated by Pan American World Airways, was...
Bermuda-based airline BermudAir has announced an order for ten Airbus A220 family aircraft, marking a significant expansion of its operations. The agreement signifies BermudAir’s commitment to developing enhanced connectivity throughout key regions....
Tecnam is generating excitement surrounding its upcoming high-performance Rivale aircraft, revealed during an event held in Brazil. Approximately three hundred individuals attended the unveiling of the prototype, which was partially obscured by rainfall....
Cirrus Aircraft has announced its commitment to the flight training sector through the development of the TRAC10, a new training aircraft designed to redefine the experience for aspiring pilots. This strategic move follows an internal assessment that...
Cockpit design represents a critical element in determining the overall success of an aircraft development project, according to industry experts. Boeing and Airbus prioritize this area significantly as it directly impacts operational efficiency and pilot...
United Airlines initiated an internal investigation after discovering that several senior flight attendants engaged in trip trading activities. The investigation revealed that these individuals exchanged trips for financial compensation. Specifically, they...
Miami International Airport is undertaking an aggressive expansion strategy focused on acquiring additional land surrounding its existing footprint. The airport, recognized as one of the nation’s most active commercial and cargo hubs, aims to accommodate...
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Airbus’s defence unit has finalized a deal with an unnamed customer for its A330 multi-role tanker transport (MRTT). Jean-Brice Dumont, Airbus Defence & Space head of air power, confirmed the existence of this undisclosed purchaser during a recent event....
Southwest Airlines has shifted its business strategy, resulting in 60 percent of its passengers now paying to upgrade their flights. This change reflects a move away from the airline’s previous reliance on open seating and complimentary checked baggage...
The Boeing 777X represents a significant departure in aircraft design by incorporating automated wing-fold systems. These systems were developed to mitigate potential hazards during takeoff and landing operations for pilots. Specifically, when the aircraft...
Elbit Systems is presenting its EO DAS (electro-optical distributed aperture system) technology at the Farnborough show, aiming to significantly enhance the capabilities of existing fighter aircraft fleets. This update introduces “fifth-gen” level...