NorSAF has signed a permanent licensing agreement with KBR to deploy PureSAF technology for a planned sustainable aviation fuel plant in Latvia. The project is being presented as Europe’s first commercial-scale facility capable of producing 100% drop-in SAF and eSAF.…
Aviation’s fuel shock has become a broader industry test in 2026, with rising jet fuel prices, supply tensions and the risk of rationing forcing airlines to cut capacity and accelerate plans for alternative fuels. The disruption is sharpening pressure on…
Three Chinese taikonauts from the Shenzhou-20 mission have landed safely in the Dongfeng landing zone in Inner Mongolia, concluding an extended stay aboard the Tiangong space station after damage was found on their original return vehicle. The crew — Chen…
The National Air Transportation Association (NATA) will partner with the AIN FBO Awards & Gala 2026 to present a dedicated FBO Sustainability Award, strengthening the focus on environmental performance in the business aviation services sector. The award will recognize fixed-base…
SWISS has decided to dismantle two Airbus A220-100s, HB-JBD and HB-JBC, and use them as a source of spare parts to support its remaining fleet. The aircraft are stored near Toulouse and will not return to commercial service. The move…
The US Federal Aviation Administration no longer expects to grant type certification for the Boeing 777-9 in 2026, further delaying the entry into service of the 777X family’s launch variant. The shift confirms that regulatory approval will extend beyond next…
The twelfth edition of the OpenDay MAD spotters event is being held at Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport, bringing together 150 accredited aviation photographers for a full day of supervised airside access. The 2026 OpenDay MAD takes place on 29 May…
Brazilian low-cost carrier GOL Linhas Aéreas will launch a new non-stop route between Rio de Janeiro–Galeão (GIG) and New York–JFK, with the start of operations scheduled for 8 July 2026. The service is announced as the airline’s first long-haul route…
The Czech Republic has signed a contract with Airbus Helicopters for the acquisition of 11 H145 helicopters for its Ministry of the Interior, in a move aimed at modernizing the country’s multi-mission rotary-wing fleet. The order covers the latest five-blade…
Atlas Air Worldwide signed a share purchase agreement to acquire a 49% minority stake in Air Atlanta, a global ACMI and aircraft management provider headquartered in Iceland with operating platforms in Iceland and Malta. The transaction, announced on May 28,…
ICAO and CANSO have launched a regional alliance to support airspace management in Latin America and the Caribbean during the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The initiative targets the expected surge in traffic generated by supporters, national teams and official delegations…
The Royal Thai Navy has ordered two Airbus C295 aircraft in an advanced transport configuration, adding a new operator of the type within Thailand’s armed forces. The aircraft are intended to strengthen the navy’s air transport capability and will also…
Brussels Airport has announced a plan to deploy next-generation security scanners from 2028 that will allow passengers to keep liquids and laptops inside their cabin baggage during screening. The technology relies on computed tomography (CT) systems generating detailed 3D images…
ENAIRE has formally consolidated its role as the sole Common Information Service Provider (CISP) for the deployment of U-space in Spain, under the national drone traffic management strategy. The announcement confirms a centralized model in which ENAIRE is designated as…
Spanish technology group GMV is leading a new European research project to enhance the security and resilience of critical infrastructure using the Public Regulated Service (PRS) of the Galileo satellite navigation system. The initiative focuses on providing secure, interference-resistant positioning…
ST Engineering has appointed Jeffrey Lam as Group Deputy Chief Executive Officer, with effect from June 1, 2026, reinstating a role that had been vacant for about nine years. The appointment was officially announced on May 28, 2026. Lam currently…
Leonardo has opened a new helicopter hub in the United Kingdom, adding a key support and services infrastructure to its British footprint. The installation is presented as a central node for in‑country assistance to Leonardo helicopter operators, complementing existing industrial…
Global air cargo demand increased by 4.0% year-on-year in April 2026, despite severe operational disruptions at major Gulf hubs linked to the war in the Middle East. The figures, measured in cargo tonne-kilometers (CTK), confirm a rebound after March’s contraction…
China is entering a new phase in its launch strategy as a series of reusable and partially reusable rockets from state-owned and private players move into pre-launch testing. A modified Long March 10 for crewed missions has completed a key…
Atlas Air Worldwide has signed a Share Purchase Agreement to acquire a 49% minority stake in Air Atlanta, an Iceland-based provider of ACMI (Aircraft, Crew, Maintenance, Insurance) and aircraft management services with operating platforms in Iceland and Malta. The transaction…
Sopra Steria is stepping up its expansion in aerospace and, increasingly, in space, building on its Aeroline vertical and long-standing role in aviation, defense and critical systems. The group is positioning this sector as a priority, aiming to capture a…
American Airlines has hosted more than 100 students and early-career professionals from the Organization of Black Aerospace Professionals (OBAP) Ascension Program at its Robert L. Crandall Campus in Fort Worth, Texas, for a dedicated career development event. The initiative aimed…
STARLUX Airlines has announced plans to expand its long-haul network in 2027 with new services from Taipei Taoyuan to Barcelona, Zurich, Sydney and Auckland. The move would add four destinations across Europe and Oceania to the Taiwanese carrier’s international portfolio…
A Russian drone struck a residential building in the eastern Romanian city of Galați in the night of 28 to 29 May 2026, injuring two people and triggering a fire on the roof. The incident occurred after the unmanned aircraft…
Lufthansa Technik is operating in a still-overheated maintenance, repair and overhaul market, with demand remaining strong as geopolitical crises continue to affect airline operations and planning, CEO Soeren Stark said in an interview published by aero.de. Stark said wars and…
Safran has announced that its subsidiary Safran Electrical & Power has been awarded a grant from the European Union’s Innovation Fund for the ENGINeUS PULL project, aimed at industrializing its ENGINeUS family of electric aircraft motors. The company published the…
Iberia Express is temporarily increasing capacity between Madrid and the Canary Islands during the visit of Pope León XIV to Spain in June 2026, adding eight flights and nearly 1,500 extra seats between 9 and 13 June. The additional operation…
Ukraine is moving toward a first tranche of about 20 Saab Gripen E/F fighters, adding a concrete phase to its broader plan to rebuild its air force with Western combat aircraft. The new package comes alongside Sweden’s plan to transfer…
The European Space Agency has formally approved two new Scout Earth observation missions, Hibidis and SOVA-S, following a competitive evaluation phase lasting about ten months. The decision was taken by the Earth Observation Programme Board on 27 May 2026, adding…
Japan Airlines is testing a biodiesel fuel made from byproducts of rice bran oil, in what the company describes as a world first. The trial is part of JAL’s broader effort to develop lower-carbon fuels for aviation using domestic feedstocks.…
Blue Origin’s New Glenn rocket exploded at Cape Canaveral during a static fire test on its launch pad, causing significant damage to ground equipment but no injuries. The company said it had detected an “anomaly” during the test and confirmed…
Japan Airlines has imposed a full ban on alcohol consumption by cabin crew during layovers, effective May 27, after a crew alcohol policy violation delayed a domestic flight from Hiroshima to Tokyo Haneda. The trigger was Flight JL252 on May…
Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) temporarily closed its Terminal 2 on 28 May 2026 after a bomb threat triggered a large-scale security operation and partial evacuation. The alert was issued in the afternoon and led to the complete cordoning off of…
Israel has taken delivery of its first Boeing KC-46A Pegasus aerial refueling aircraft, the initial example of a planned fleet of at least six tankers for the Israeli Air Force (IAF). Designated “Gideon” in IAF service, the aircraft has arrived…
The US Central Command has formally denied Iranian claims that an American MQ-9 Reaper drone was shot down over the Persian Gulf. The command stated that no US drone has been lost in the area during the period referenced and…
A drone struck a multi-story apartment building in Galați, eastern Romania, overnight on May 27-28, triggering a fire on the 10th floor and leaving two people with minor injuries. Romanian authorities said F-16 fighters and an air force helicopter were…
VIP Completions has delivered a fully refurbished Dassault Falcon 2000EX EASy to its owner after a complete interior modernization program. The project, announced on 19 May 2026 and detailed in a subsequent industry report on 28 May 2026, focused on…
The Federal Aviation Administration has approved the first Texas college to join its Enhanced Air Traffic – Collegiate Training Initiative (E-CTI), expanding the academic pipeline for training future air traffic controllers. The announcement was made by Transportation Secretary Sean P.…
Observable Space has closed a $90 million Series A funding round and secured a $94 million Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity contract from the U.S. Space Force under the APFIT program, with $22 million already awarded through initial task orders. The…
The U.S. Space Force plans to build a nationwide network of resilient operations centers to reduce single points of failure in its current infrastructure and harden critical space command-and-control functions against growing threats. The initiative aims to distribute key missions…
Airbus has signed a series of industrial partnership agreements with several Canadian defense companies identified as strategic actors in the national military ecosystem. The accords are part of the industrial and technological benefits framework attached to Airbus defense programs in…
The European Commission has presented a new drone security action plan and announced a forthcoming legislative “drone security package” to address the rise in unauthorized drone activity over airports and critical infrastructure in the European Union. The plan targets stricter…
The Federal Aviation Administration has formally designated all FIFA World Cup 2026 stadiums, base camps and associated fan events in the United States as strict No Drone Zones, backed by Temporary Flight Restrictions (TFRs) for each match and major gathering.…
The World Health Organization’s declaration of a Public Health Emergency of International Concern (PHEIC) on May 17, 2026, over the Bundibugyo Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda is reshaping operational requirements for aircraft operators, even as…
Eurocontrol has published new controller–pilot data link communications (CPDLC) operational guidelines for aircraft operators, aiming to standardize and improve data link use across European airspace. The document targets airline and business aviation operators already subject to the European data link…
The U.S. Government Accountability Office has said FAA work on electric propulsion standards is being slowed by internal resource and governance constraints, adding pressure to certify a fast-growing pipeline of electric aircraft and eVTOL programs. The report says the FAA…
Wheels Up Experience has completed its global brand transition, bringing Air Partner’s private jet and group charter operations in the U.K. and worldwide under the Wheels Up name. The company said the move creates a single brand across its key…
Garmin has expanded its SmartCharts dynamic charting solution to Garmin Pilot Web, extending the tool beyond the existing iOS mobile application. The move integrates SmartCharts into the browser-based flight-planning platform that complements the Garmin Pilot mobile app. SmartCharts on Garmin…
Alpha Wingman, the digital maintenance and support platform for business aviation formerly known as MRO Insider, has established a Customer Advisory Board (CAB) to guide its product roadmap and functional evolution. The board brings together key customers from across the…
Electra has conducted the first urban demonstration flight of its hybrid-electric EL2 technology demonstrator in downtown Charleston, operating in an ultra-short takeoff and landing configuration. The flight showcased operations from a highly constrained urban site, with targeted takeoff and landing…