Maintaining aircraft engine nacelles involves regular cleaning, detailed inspections, and targeted repairs to ensure aerodynamic efficiency, prevent corrosion, and support overall engine performance. Nacelles, which house engines and channel airflow, face extreme conditions including temperatures from -60°C on the exterior…
The World Health Organization has launched urgent contact tracing for up to 98 passengers and crew on an Airlink flight from Saint Helena to Johannesburg, South Africa, after a female passenger died from a hantavirus infection. The Dutch woman, whose…
Lockheed Martin has announced that Greg Ulmer, president of its Aeronautics division, will retire effective June 1, 2026, after more than 30 years with the company. Ulmer, who began his career as a flight test engineer, oversaw significant advancements in…
Lars Wingefors AB has formed W. Aviation AB, a new group that consolidates its aviation-related activities. The entity brings together operations in airline services, aircraft maintenance, leasing, and ground handling. The move follows Lars Wingefors AB’s recent acquisition of Täby…
Airbus Defence and Space has placed the first three C-295W Maritime Surveillance Aircraft (MSA) ordered by the Spanish Air and Space Force on the flight line at its Seville facility. The aircraft completed ground tests and final painting, clearing them…
A retired U.S. Air Force fighter pilot faces federal charges for allegedly delivering a briefing to Chinese military aviators on the F-35 platform and electronic warfare, according to court filings in his case. Gerald Eddie Brown Jr., 65, a former…
Korean Air and Asiana Airlines have conducted multiple joint aviation education programs for youth as they advance toward operational integration. The initiatives involve airline staff sharing career insights with students, including pilots, cabin crew, and maintenance technicians. In late February,…
Raytheon, an RTX business, has received a contract from Blue Raven to produce 120 SharpSight radars. The order represents the largest single purchase for the system to date. SharpSight is a software-defined surveillance radar designed for manned and unmanned platforms.…
The U.S. Department of Transportations Federal Aviation Administration has issued a proposed rule allowing operators of critical infrastructure sites to apply for drone flight restrictions around their facilities. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy announced the measure, which supports President Trumps…
Phoenix Aviation Capital and AIP Capital have placed two Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft on lease with 9 Air, a Chinese cargo and passenger carrier. The transaction was reported on May 5, 2026. Phoenix Aviation Capital, a Dublin-based full-service aircraft…
No information available on an agreement between FlyOne Armenia and Airbus for two A321neo aircraft. Recent fleet updates for the airline include the registration of its first owned Airbus A321, designated EK-FOD, which arrived in Yerevan from Larnaca, Cyprus, on…
The H215 Super Puma helicopters operated by Helicarrier feature twin Safran Makila 1A1 turboshaft engines, each delivering takeoff power of 1,357 kW (1,819 shp) and one-engine-inoperative capacity of 1,400 kW (1,877 shp) for 2 minutes 30 seconds. These engines drive…
Textron Aviation has opened a new service facility at Essendon Fields Airport in Melbourne, Australia, doubling the space of its previous operation to more than 35,000 square feet (3,343 square meters). The facility supports Cessna, Beechcraft and Hawker aircraft operating…
Portuguese wet-lease and charter operator euroAtlantic Airways has appointed Pauls Calitis as its new chief executive officer, effective May 18, 2026. Calitis, who spent 31 years at airBaltic most recently as chief operating officer and interim CEO following Martin Gauss…
Willis Lease Finance Corporation reported record lease rent revenue of $77.4 million for the first quarter of 2026, up 14.2% from $67.7 million in the prior-year period. The increase stemmed from a larger average portfolio size and higher utilization rates,…
Three passengers injured on Singapore Airlines Flight SQ321 have filed a personal injury claim in the UK High Court against the carrier, marking the first known lawsuit stemming from the severe turbulence incident. The Boeing 777-312ER, operating from London Heathrow…
The UK government has allocated nearly £50 million to accelerate drone adoption and advanced air mobility, with Vertical Aerospace and Windracers among the companies supporting the effort to streamline regulations. The Department for Transport announced the funding package on May…
Frontier Group Holdings, parent of Frontier Airlines, posted a net loss of $272 million in the first quarter of 2026, or $1.18 per diluted share, compared to a $43 million loss in the prior-year period. The wider shortfall stemmed from…
Boeing conducted tests on the braking system of its 737 MAX 10 aircraft during rejected takeoff scenarios, focusing on performance under high-stress conditions. The trials evaluated the system’s ability to halt the jet at maximum takeoff weight, simulating emergency stops…
Spirit Airlines has collapsed amid mounting debt, operational challenges, and surging fuel costs, signaling broader stress across the low-cost carrier sector. The ultra-low-cost carrier ceased operations abruptly on Saturday, stranding thousands of passengers and prompting competitors to restructure routes rapidly.…
Lufthansa Group is canceling approximately 20,000 flights through October due to surging jet fuel prices and shortages in Europe, triggered by conflict in the Middle East that has disrupted a fifth of the worlds oil supply. The reductions target short-haul…
Malaysia Airlines and Tourism New Zealand have entered a two-year strategic partnership to increase travel demand on the Kuala Lumpur-Auckland route. The agreement focuses on enhancing connectivity between the two cities through joint marketing efforts. Under the memorandum of understanding,…
The Spanish Air Force and Space Army is preparing the first three Airbus C295 MSA (Maritime Surveillance Aircraft) for flight, advancing the replacement of its aging CN-235 VIGMA fleet. These aircraft form part of a December 2023 contract worth 1.695…
ON Capital Inc. has acquired the assets of Sonex LLC, including the product lines of Sonex Aerospace and AeroConversions, enabling the company to reopen under new ownership. Sonex, known for its kit aircraft and aviation components, had faced challenges leading…
The U.S. Air Force plans to replace its existing C-37A and C-37B executive transport jets with a new fleet of 17 C-37C aircraft, according to fiscal year 2027 budget documents. Procurement will begin in fiscal 2027 with one aircraft funded…
An explosion at the Safran Ventilation Systems plant in Blagnac, near Toulouse, France, on May 5, 2026, left two workers in critical condition and two others with light injuries. The incident occurred around 10:30 local time in a test bay…
KM Malta Airlines has entered a three-year agreement with Bird Aviation for heavy maintenance services on its A320neo fleet. The contract covers base maintenance tasks, including C-checks and scheduled inspections, performed at Bird Aviation’s facilities in Larnaca, Cyprus. It takes…
Thales Alenia Space has signed a 26.1 million euro phase 1 contract with the European Space Agency for developing the telescopes on the LISA mission. The agreement covers design, assembly, and testing of six Zerodur telescopes, with Thales SESO handling…
Textron Inc. has announced plans to separate its Industrial segment from its core aerospace and defense operations, positioning the company as a pure-play entity centered on Textron Aviation, Bell and Textron Systems. The Industrial segment, comprising Kautex and Textron Specialized…
ANA and Japan Airlines maintain strong competition on transpacific routes, particularly for passengers connecting from China to North America via Japan. According to Japans Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism 2025 data, the two carriers control 68% of this…
Textron Inc. announced plans to separate its Industrial segment, allowing the company to concentrate on its core aerospace and defense operations centered on Textron Aviation, Bell and Textron Systems. The Industrial segment includes Kautex and Textron Specialized Vehicles. Textron is…
Airbus is preparing a major announcement for its A220 program at the aircraft’s assembly site in Mirabel, Quebec. The event is scheduled for Wednesday, May 6, 2026, with a press conference starting at 3:00 p.m. EDT at the New A220…
The U.S. Air Force has completed the Critical Design Review for the B-52 Stratofortress Commercial Engine Replacement Program, clearing the path for modifications on the first two bombers. The review, conducted by experts from the Air Force, Boeing, and Rolls-Royce,…
Textron Aviation has delivered the first three Cessna Citation Ascend midsize business jets to NetJets, the operator of the world’s largest private jet fleet. The aircraft, registered N10QS (msn 560-6507), N12QS (msn 560-6508) and N14QS (msn 560-6509), entered service immediately,…
Israel’s Ministry of Defense announced the approval of plans to acquire two new fighter squadrons: a fourth squadron of F-35I stealth jets from Lockheed Martin and a second squadron of F-15IA aircraft from Boeing. Each squadron consists of 25 aircraft,…
C&L Aerospace has introduced a new web-based customer parts portal aimed at streamlining aircraft parts ordering. The platform provides real-time inventory information, pricing details, and online ordering capabilities for customers worldwide. The portal supports sourcing parts for regional and corporate…
Alaska Airlines has signed for the Boeing Virtual Airplane Training Platform, a device-based tool designed for immersive pilot training on the 737 fleet. The platform, known as the Virtual Airplane Procedures Trainer (VAPT), delivers short, high-fidelity lessons accessible on iPads,…
Global air cargo demand fell 4.8 percent in March compared to the previous year, driven primarily by severe disruptions in the Middle East, according to the International Air Transport Association. The decline, measured in cargo tonne-kilometers, marked a 5.5 percent…
LATAM Cargo Colombia has started regular cargo flights between Miami International Airport (MIA) and Simón Bolívar International Airport (CCS) in Caracas, operating on Sundays and Thursdays. The service, which began on May 3, follows the Miami-Caracas-Bogotá route and provides 100…
Lithuania’s Ministry of National Defence and Lockheed Martin unveiled the country’s first HIMARS launchers in a ceremony held in Camden, Arkansas, last week. The event included a joint statement signed by both parties to expand cooperation on security, defence, and…
Florida-based aircraft lessor Azorra has acquired an Airbus A220-300 orderbook from Dubai Aerospace Enterprise (DAE), adding eight aircraft to its portfolio. The transaction includes two A220-300s currently on lease to TAAG Angola Airlines, representing Azorra’s initial placements with the Angolan…
Atlas Air Worldwide Holdings Inc., a global provider of outsourced aviation logistics, has appointed Emma Woodthorpe as chief people officer, effective April 27, 2026. Woodthorpe, who previously served as chief people officer at Brooks Automation, will report to CEO Michael…
Israel’s first Boeing KC-46 aerial refueling aircraft, designated Gideon by the Israeli Air Force, completed its maiden flight in the United States on May 4, 2026. The Israeli Ministry of Defense confirmed the test flight, with delivery to Israel expected…
Singapore Airlines will introduce Starlink’s low Earth orbit satellite-based broadband service on its Airbus A350-900 long-haul, A350-900 ultra-long-range, and A380 aircraft, starting in the first quarter of 2027. The rollout will occur progressively and is expected to be completed by…
Satair, a global leader in aviation aftermarket material management and an Airbus company, has signed a long-term lease for 7,900 square meters of office space at Public in Ørestad, Copenhagen. The company plans to relocate its head office to the…
Ascent Aviation Services has opened two new 90,000-square-foot wide-body maintenance hangars at its Pinal Airpark facility in Marana, Arizona. The $70 million investment more than doubles the site’s total hangar capacity, enabling heavy maintenance, overhauls, and special-mission modifications on Boeing…
The U.S. Air Force has completed the Critical Design Review for the B-52 Commercial Engine Replacement Program, advancing the upgrade of its B-52H Stratofortress bombers to the B-52J configuration. The review, conducted by experts from the Air Force, Boeing, and…
Swiss International Air Lines will discontinue inflight duty-free sales at the end of September 2026, shifting operations to its online Worldshop platform through Miles & More. The decision follows a decline in onboard purchases, with passengers increasingly researching products, comparing…
The United Arab Emirates has signed a contract for 10 Embraer C-390 Millennium military transport aircraft, with options for 10 more, positioning it to potentially surpass Brazil as the largest operator of the type. The agreement, announced by the UAE’s…
Cabinair Group and Summit Lenso have formed a strategic partnership to launch an aircraft modification and cabin solutions platform in the Asia-Pacific region. The collaboration centers initial operations in Thailand, expanding Cabinair Group’s footprint in the area. Summit Lenso, a…