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Why The Boeing 777X's Delayed Certification Costs More Than An Entire Airbus A350 Program
Boeing's latest flagship widebody has been plagued by delays.
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Leonardo plans for aerostructures JV advance but deadline slips to year-end
Leonardo’s plan for a new aerostructures joint venture is still moving forward, though the timeline has been impacted by ongoing instability in the Middle East. Negotiations with potential partners have experienced delays due to the current geopolitical...
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ITP Aero further develops MRO capabilities as expansion continues
ITP Aero is actively expanding its Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) capabilities following the signing of long-term contracts with Rolls-Royce and Pratt & Whitney. The company showcased these developments at this year’s Farnborough air show,...
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Moscow airports structure consolidates further as Vnukovo takes stake in Domodedovo owner
Sheremetyevo airport has expanded its control over Moscow’s aviation infrastructure through a strategic acquisition of Domodedovo airport. This consolidation occurred during a state auction earlier this year, with Sheremetyevo's subsidiary, Perspektiva,...
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SunExpress chief eyes flexibility on growth from strong orderbook
SunExpress, a Lufthansa-Turkish Airlines joint venture carrier, currently holds over sixty Boeing Max aircraft on firm orders. New CEO Marcus Schnabel believes this substantial orderbook presents an opportunity for flexible growth strategies. He intends to...
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Finnair trims capacity guidance and agrees to lease six older A320 jets
Finnair reported a significant increase in its second-quarter profits, reaching €86.6 million, representing a fourfold rise compared to the previous year. However, ongoing geopolitical uncertainties are prompting a revision of the airline’s full-year...
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2 Defective Boeing 737 MAX 8s To Be Scrapped After Barely 6 Months In Service
Two Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft, delivered just six months ago, are slated for dismantling due to manufacturing defects. These newly built airplanes experienced issues that prompted their removal from service. The specific nature of these problems remains...
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The US Air Force Just Spent $143 Million On Software To Keep Its 1960s-Era C-5 Galaxy Flying
The United States Air Force has allocated $143 million to upgrade software systems for its fleet of C-5 Galaxies. This investment is intended to ensure continued operational capability for the aircraft through 2050. The aging C-5 Galaxy remains a critical...
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Lockheed awaits next phase of India’s MTA contest with C-130J offer
Lockheed Martin is actively pursuing the next stage of India's Medium Transport Aircraft (MTA) competition, presenting a compelling offer utilizing its C-130J Super Hercules aircraft. Executives at Lockheed anticipate sustained demand for airlifters within...
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The Hidden Engineering Problem Facing Every 6th-Generation Fighter Program
Defense industrial design houses globally are confronting a significant, yet largely hidden, engineering challenge impacting all sixth-generation fighter programs. This issue centers on the complex integration of advanced sensors and data processing...
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Airbus Prepares To Begin Open Fan Engine Testing On The Massive A380
Airbus is partnering with CFM International to initiate open fan engine testing on a newly configured Airbus A380 aircraft. This revolutionary project aims to transform the aerospace sector through the implementation of an innovative engine design. Initial...
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Saab and Embraer ready to expand Gripen production in Brazil
Saab and Embraer are discussing expanding their partnership for the production of Gripen E/F fighters in Brazil. The framework agreement, finalized at the Farnborough air show on July 21st, could lead Embraer to more than double its planned assembly...
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Why Boeing's Folding Wingtip Was Studied In The 1990s But Not Built Until The 777X
Boeing’s recent implementation of folding wingtips on the 777X represents a significant departure, as these features were previously deemed unnecessary and impractical for the aircraft. Research into this technology began in the 1990s during the...
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Here's Why Australia Canceled Its Order For F-35 Fighter Jets
The Australian Department of Defence has made the decision to maintain its existing fleet of F/A-18F Super Hornet fighter jets. This strategic move directly resulted in the cancellation of the nation’s planned purchase of Lockheed Martin’s F-35 Lightning...
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Bouncing Czechs: Skyfox helps restore Aero Vodochody’s fortunes
Aero Vodochody is seeing a resurgence thanks to the increasing orders and deliveries of L-39NG aircraft, signaling strong international interest. The manufacturer is actively pursuing opportunities across Europe, Africa, Asia, and the United States. Recent...
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Indonesia confirms 12-unit order for M-346F light fighter
Indonesia has finalized a contract to purchase twelve Leonardo M-346F light fighter aircraft, solidifying a letter of intent initially signed in February. The deal secures the jets in Block 20 standard, which is slated for deliveries beginning in 2030....
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Leonardo building first Astore Levante UAVs for Italian air force
The Leonardo-Baykar Technologies joint venture has commenced production of the TB3-derived Astore Levante uncrewed aerial vehicles specifically designed for the Italian air force. These new UAVs represent the initial output from a joint venture between LBA...
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ALPA, NATCA, FAA Call for $20B to Complete ATC Modernization Push
The Air Line Pilots Association (ALPA), National Air Traffic Controllers Organization (NATCA), and Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) are jointly urging increased congressional funding to fully realize the goals of air traffic control modernization....
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Daher targeting record year as TBM 980 deliveries ramp up
Daher Aircraft has achieved a significant milestone, delivering over 30 TBM 980s since the aircraft’s introduction in January 2026. This delivery surge marks a pivotal moment for Daher's single-engine turboprop program. The company is currently focused on...
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2-Time World Cup Champions Spain Return Home On Special Iberia A350-900
The Spain national football team concluded their international trip with a special arrival at Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport on Tuesday, July 18th. The flight was operated by Iberia Airlines and utilized an Airbus A350-900 aircraft. This particular...
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Southwest's Massive Expansion: 25 New Nonstop Routes Unveiled [Full List]
Southwest Airlines is significantly expanding its route network, announcing the addition of 25 new nonstop destinations across North America and beyond. Twenty-two of these routes will serve domestic locations within the United States, offering increased...
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Airbus sets out mid-term ambition to double commercial aircraft earnings
Airbus has announced a significant mid-term ambition, targeting €10 billion in adjusted earnings for its commercial aircraft division by 2029. This represents nearly doubling the company’s previous performance, which stood at approximately €5.5 billion...
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Airbus commercial aircraft chief presses for higher A350 production rates
Lars Wagner says high demand, and potential stretch, are driving need to offer earlier slots for twinjet. Airbus commercial aircraft chief Lars Wagner is pressing for a decision this year on a higher A350 production rate than the current target. Speaking...
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Elixir targets US flight schools with Elixir+ and teases larger Equinox model
Elixir Aircraft unveiled its new Elixir+ family of light trainers at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2026, presenting three distinct two-seat aircraft models. These versions are priced starting from a specific amount, though the exact figures were not disclosed...
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Pipistrel debuts MOSAIC-ready Voyager trainer at AirVenture
Pipistrel unveiled its new Voyager, a two-seat training aircraft specifically engineered for flight schools. This innovative design incorporates capabilities allowing for both day and night Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) operations. The Voyager is designed...
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How United Airlines Quietly Turned San Francisco Into America's Ultra-Long-Haul Pacific Fortress
United Airlines is reshaping its operations, establishing San Francisco International Airport (SFO) as a key hub for ultra-long-haul flights across the Pacific region. The airline’s deliberate strategy has significantly increased its presence and capacity...
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17-Hour Nonstop Flights: Delta's 11 New Ultra-Long Routes Revealed [Full List]
Three of them are brand-new to the carrier's map. Find out more here!
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Why Do Pilots Use The Term "Roger" Instead Of "Yes"?
Roger was one of the first words for 'R' in early aviation phonetic alphabets and it went on to mean 'message received.'
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P&WC starts ground testing hybrid powertrain for flight trials in 2027
Pratt & Whitney Canada (PW) has finished initial ground tests of its new hybrid-electric propulsion system, designed to power a modified De Havilland Canada Dash 8-100 aircraft. The innovative system incorporates a completely redesigned thermal engine and...
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Tracking Farnborough air show aircraft order commitments
Total commercial aircraft order commitments including options and preliminary deals reach nearly 400 after two days of the show. Airbus, Boeing and Embraer unveiled a further 140 order commitments on the second day of the show. That includes fresh Boeing...
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BOC Aviation orders up to 220 Pratt & Whitney PW1100G engines
BOC Aviation has secured an order for a substantial quantity of Pratt & Whitney PW1100G engines, marking the largest single purchase made by the lessor. This new agreement encompasses up to 220 engines specifically designed for Airbus A320neo family...