Kenya Airways reported a pre-tax loss of KSh 17.93 billion (approximately US$138.3 million) for 2025 on March 24, 2026, reversing a net profit of KSh 5.4 billion (US$41.7 million) from 2024. The Kenyan flag carrier attributed the setback primarily to…
Phu Quoc International Airport (PQC) is expanding into Vietnam’s first integrated “airport destination,” combining aviation infrastructure with tourism, retail, and entertainment facilities. Sun Group subsidiary Sun Airport JSC broke ground in July 2025 on a VND22 trillion ($836 million) project…
Narita International Airport (NRT) will reopen the fifth floor of Terminal 1’s Central Building on April 9, 2026, as the renovated “SHIKISAI GARDEN -Seasonal colours-.” The space, closed since April 2025 for refurbishment, spans the fifth floor and parts of…
Barcelona-based regional low-cost carrier Volotea has finalized a €71 million capital increase, falling short of its initial €100 million target announced in September 2024. The airline cited sufficient internal cash flows from operations to meet remaining needs. Aegean Airlines led…
The Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (CAAP) has issued a final demand letter to AirAsia Philippines for PHP 833.7 million ($14.5 million) in unpaid fees, calculated as of December 31, 2025, net of payments through February 13, 2026. This…
Novus Aviation Capital and PK AirFinance have finalized a structured debt financing agreement with Breeze Airways to support the acquisition of three Airbus A220 aircraft. PK AirFinance provided senior debt financing, while Novus, through its Tamweel Aviation Finance platform—a junior…
Wizz Air has initiated the phase-out of its Airbus A321ceo aircraft, starting with the first unit delivered in December 2016. This marks the beginning of retiring 41 A321ceo jets by March 2029, making way for next-generation A321neo and A321XLR models.…
Embraer, Saab, and the Brazilian Air Force presented the first Gripen E supersonic fighter jet produced in Brazil on March 25, 2026, at Embraer’s Gavião Peixoto facility in São Paulo State. Registered as unit 4109, this single-seat F-39E marks the…
The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has certified increased maximum takeoff weights (iMTOW) for Boeing’s 787-9 and 787-10 variants, enabling airlines to carry additional payload or extend range while preserving fuel efficiency. The 787-9 gains a 10,000-pound (4,540 kg) increase…
Airbus leads efforts to mitigate aviation’s non-CO2 emissions, particularly contrails, through fuel innovation, operational adjustments, and new technologies. Contrails form when engine exhaust water vapor turns into ice crystals in cold, humid high-altitude conditions, trapping heat and contributing to warming…
Chapman Freeborn, a global air charter provider operating since 1973, has delivered the second ATR 72-600 Maritime Patrol Aircraft (MPA) to the Philippine Air Force. Manufactured by Leonardo S.p.A. in Turin, Italy, the aircraft supports maritime surveillance missions including sea…
Eve Air Mobility conducted a flight of its full-scale engineering prototype for Brazilian authorities, including President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, at Embraer’s test facility in Gavião Peixoto, Brazil, on March 25, 2026. The demonstration attended by ANAC and BNDES…
The US House of Representatives passed H.R. 3410, the Supersonic Aviation Modernization Act, by voice vote on March 24, 2026. This legislation requires the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to revise regulations within one year, permitting civil aircraft to exceed Mach…
SriLankan Airlines Limited and the Government of Sri Lanka announced the successful completion of a consent solicitation, exchange, and tender offer for the airline’s U.S.$175 million guaranteed bonds due June 2024. The process, launched on February 20, 2026, followed an…
San José Mineta International Airport (SJC) launched a four-month pilot program featuring an AI-powered humanoid robot named José, developed by Silicon Valley startup IntBot. Stationed in Terminal B near Gate 24, José greets passengers, answers queries, and delivers real-time information…
Montreal Metropolitan Airport (YHU), located in Saint-Hubert, will open its new 21,000-square-meter passenger terminal on June 15, 2026, initiating commercial flight operations and expanding capacity in the Greater Montreal area. Developed by YHU Infrastructure Partners, with construction by PCL Construction…
Additive manufacturing (AM) has transitioned from prototyping to mainstream production in aviation maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) operations. MRO providers leverage AM for certified aircraft components, including cabin fittings and structural parts, enhancing supply chain resilience and enabling localized production.…
China Eastern Airlines has ordered 101 aircraft from the Airbus A320neo family, including A320neo, A321neo, and A321XLR variants, at a list price of $15.802 billion based on Airbus’ January 2024 catalogue. The carrier confirmed the details in a filing to…
Brazil unveiled its first Gripen E fighter jet fully assembled on home soil on March 25, 2026, at Embraer’s industrial complex in Gavião Peixoto, São Paulo state. This milestone, under the Saab-Embraer partnership, positions Brazil as the only Latin American…
The Philippines declared a national energy emergency due to Middle East tensions, prompting airlines to adjust operations while securing fuel supplies. Low-cost carrier Cebu Pacific suspended flights from Davao to Bangkok, Iloilo to Bangkok, Iloilo to Singapore, and Clark to…
AerFin, an aviation asset specialist focused on acquiring, selling, leasing and repairing aircraft, engines and components, has sold a CF6-80 engine to a Japanese investor. The transaction highlights sustained demand from Japan, one of the world’s most established aviation investment…
Lockheed Martin is scaling production of the Precision Strike Missile (PrSM) Increment 1 to 400 missiles per year under a March 2025 Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity award from the US Army. This ramp-up supports Early Operational Capability deliveries and replaces…
United Airlines announced United Relax Row on March 24, 2026, introducing lie-flat economy beds on over 200 Boeing 787 Dreamliners and Boeing 777 aircraft to enhance long-haul comfort for families, couples, and solo travelers. The product converts a row of…
Lockheed Martin has partnered with Wojskowe Zakłady Lotnicze Nr 1 S.A. (WZL-1) to sustain the Polish Armed Forces’ fleet of 96 AH-64E Apache Guardian attack helicopters, acquired via a 2024 contract valued at $10.8 billion from the Polish Ministry of…
Airports worldwide accelerate digital transformation, positioning data as a core asset for efficiency and passenger experience, yet many fail to convert volumes of information into operational gains. This challenge dominated a fireside chat titled “Data is the new jet fuel:…
Latvia’s Air Force identified a foreign unmanned aerial vehicle that entered the country’s airspace from Russia before crashing in the southeastern Krāslava district. The Latvian Ministry of Defence reported early warning systems detected an explosion-like sound, with drone debris later…
Delta Air Lines announced on March 24, 2026, the temporary suspension of specialty services for members of Congress, including airport escorts and “red coat” assistance with seat upgrades and rebooking, due to resource strains from the ongoing partial Department of…
Lockheed Martin has appointed Jenna McMullin as senior vice president and chief communications officer, effective immediately. In this role, she leads the company’s global communications organization, overseeing enterprise communications strategy, media relations, brand management, digital engagement, employee communications, and stakeholder…
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) has launched a donation drive at its Terminal 4 Compassion Corner to aid approximately 800 Transportation Security Administration (TSA) officers working without pay during the ongoing partial government shutdown, now over a month long…
On March 24, 2026, United Airlines detailed plans for over 250 new aircraft deliveries by April 2028, focusing on premium narrowbody and widebody upgrades for transcontinental and international routes. The blueprint centers on Airbus A321neo ‘Coastliner’ aircraft linking San Francisco…
Lockheed Martin announced on March 24, 2026, the completion of multiple live-fire tests for its GRIZZLY containerized launcher, including the first integrated Hellfire live-fire and vertical-launch test from a 10-foot Tricon container. The tests validated the launcher’s ability to load…
NASA announced on March 24, 2026, during its “Ignition” event that it will pause the Lunar Gateway space station program “in its current form” to redirect resources toward infrastructure supporting sustained lunar surface operations, aligning with the US National Space…
The Aerotec Group has acquired Croatia-based Global Aerotech d.o.o., a provider of line maintenance, base maintenance, and component repair services, to expand its European maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) network. This transaction positions Rijeka Airport as a central European hub…
Saab signs memorandum of understanding with Cohere for AI integration on GlobalEye airborne early warning aircraft. On March 23, 2026, Swedish defense firm Saab announced a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Canadian AI company Cohere to develop artificial intelligence applications…
Safran Electrical & Power has inaugurated a new building at its Sarasota, Florida site dedicated to the maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) of aerospace electrical systems. The expansion increases the facility’s total footprint to 140,000 square feet, or 13,000 square…
Aerotec Europe GmbH has acquired Global Aerotech d.o.o., a Croatia-based provider of aircraft maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) services specializing in base maintenance, line maintenance and component repair. Financial terms were not disclosed. Aerotec, including its subsidiary Airplane Equipment &…
AerCap Holdings N.V. has signed lease agreements with Ethiopian Airlines for two Boeing 777-300ERSF converted freighters, marking the first introduction of this aircraft type—known as “The Big Twin”—to the African market. Deliveries are scheduled for the second quarter of 2028,…
United Airlines has launched ticket sales for its Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner featuring the new Elevated interior, debuting eight Polaris Studio suites. These lie-flat business-class seats, located in bulkhead rows 1 and 9 in a 1-2-1 layout, measure 25% larger than…
Seattle–Tacoma International Airport (SEA) has selected Veovo, in partnership with OneAlpha, to implement a new slot coordination system. The platform aims to enhance management of constrained capacity across runways, aprons, and terminals, providing a unified view of demand and capacity…
Airports Council International’s Airport Carbon Accreditation program has grown to 614 airports across five continents, representing 55.8% of global passenger traffic. This milestone reflects accelerating decarbonization efforts in the aviation sector. The program, covering seven certification levels from basic measurement…
Saab announced on March 23, 2026, the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Canadian AI firm Cohere to advance artificial intelligence technologies for its GlobalEye airborne early warning and control aircraft. The agreement establishes a framework for collaboration…
GKN Aerospace delivered the first upgraded RM12 engine to the Swedish Armed Forces under the RM12EP Enhanced Performance program for the JAS 39 Gripen C/D fleet. This milestone supports a SEK 400 million ($43 million) initiative to boost performance and…
Airports worldwide are advancing aviation decarbonization through diverse energy strategies, as highlighted in the International Airport Review webinar “Accelerating the Energy Revolution in Airports.” Operators from Venice Marco Polo, San Francisco International (SFO), and Frankfurt (Fraport) detailed multi-technology approaches tailored…
The Federal Aviation Administration certified increased maximum takeoff weight (iMTOW) options for Boeing 787-9 and 787-10 on March 23, 2026, enabling airlines to add payload or extend range on these widebody jets. All 787-9 and 787-10 aircraft assembled since December…
Passenger Terminal Expo Asia (PTE Asia), a new trade event for the Asia-Pacific airport sector, will debut September 23-24, 2026, at Marina Bay Sands in Singapore. Organized by UKi Media & Events, creators of the long-running Passenger Terminal Expo World,…
An unidentified object, suspected to be a drone, exploded overnight near Lavys village in Lithuania’s Varėna district, approximately 23 kilometers from the Belarus border. Lithuanian Armed Forces reported it likely crossed into national airspace before crashing into a lake at…
Spain’s government has indicated that the Spanish Air and Space Force’s F-18 Hornet fleet could remain operational until 2040. In a written parliamentary reply dated February 23, 2026, officials stated that extending service life to 2035-2040 requires adapting the sustainment…
PTE World, held March 17-19, 2026, at London’s ExCel center, gathered over 400 companies and speakers to showcase airport technologies improving passenger experiences. Aviation firms like Leidos, Amadeus, Thales, and Outsight demonstrated advancements in security, biometrics, and flow management. Leidos…
Condor has relocated its corporate headquarters to the Alpha Rotex building in Gateway Gardens, a business district adjacent to Frankfurt Airport. The airline now occupies 15,000 square meters across ten floors, positioning administrative teams closer to flight crews and daily…
The Russian Progress MS-33 cargo spacecraft, launched on March 22, 2026, from Baikonur Cosmodrome aboard a Soyuz-2.1a rocket, faces a manual docking with the International Space Station due to a KURS automated rendezvous antenna failure. Roscosmos reported the issue on…