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Iranian Air Defense Hits Additional US Aircraft

A US F-15 fighter jet was shot down over Iran by Iranian air defenses, prompting a rescue mission that drew fire on additional US aircraft. One of the two crew members was rescued by US forces, while the second remains…

Lufthansa and Ryanair Face Crisis Paradox Amid Iran Conflict

Frankfurt – The Iran war is impacting global aviation, prompting Lufthansa to develop contingency plans. CEO Carsten Spohr has tasked teams with simulating two escalation scenarios to ensure measured responses and avoid overreactions. The crisis unfolds on multiple levels for…

US and Europe revise GPS interference guidelines as spoofing risks grow

Aviation authorities report GPS interference spreading across high-risk airspaces including the eastern Mediterranean, Black Sea, Russia-Baltic region, India-Pakistan border, Iraq, Iran, and Korean peninsula, prompting updated guidance from US and European regulators. The FAA released Version 1.1 of its GPS…

SUM Air Orders Four ATR 72-600s with Four Options

SUM Air, South Korea’s newest regional airline, placed a firm order for four ATR 72-600 aircraft, with options for four more. Deliveries are set to begin in 2028. The agreement was signed during the France-South Korea Bilateral Economic Forum in…

United Airlines Introduces Tiered Fare Categories in Premium Offerings

United Airlines announced a restructuring of its premium fare offerings, introducing tiered categories to simplify purchasing and allow customization based on cost, benefits, and flexibility. Starting spring 2026, the airline will offer three fare options—Base, Standard, and Flexible—in premium cabins…

Airbus ESM Powers Artemis II Crewed Lunar Mission

The Airbus-built European Service Module stands as the core component driving NASA’s Artemis II, the first crewed lunar flight in over 50 years. This module supplies propulsion, electricity, air, water, and thermal control to the Orion spacecraft and its four…

AerFin Purchases Fourth Ex-Japan Airlines Boeing 777-300ER

AerFin has taken ownership of another Boeing 777-300ER once flown by Japan Airlines, bringing its total to four such aircraft. The aviation firm, which handles buying, selling, leasing and maintenance of planes, engines and components, continues building its widebody holdings.…

AerFin Secures Fourth Ex-Japan Airlines Boeing 777-300ER

AerFin has purchased a fourth Boeing 777-300ER once flown by Japan Airlines, expanding its holdings in the high-demand widebody type. The plane reached Roswell, New Mexico, recently. There, it faces disassembly to supply parts for AerFin’s inventory. This site aids…

SUM Air Orders Up to Eight ATR 72-600s

South Korea’s newest regional airline, SUM Air, has ordered four ATR 72-600 aircraft with options for four more, marking its entry into operations with the turboprop model.[10][13] The deal, covering deliveries starting in 2028, was finalized in Seoul during the…

Embraer Deliveries Surge in Strong First Quarter

Embraer delivered 44 aircraft during the first quarter of 2026, a 47% rise from the 30 jets handed over in the prior year’s corresponding period. Production enhancements contributed to this uptick across its divisions. The commercial aviation unit transferred ten…

SpaceX Aims for Over $2 Trillion Valuation in Planned IPO

AUSTIN – Elon Musks SpaceX is targeting a valuation exceeding 2 trillion US dollars for its anticipated initial public offering, according to reports from sources familiar with the matter. The ambitious target surpasses earlier speculation from midweek, which had placed…

ACC Aviation appoints Burt as cargo SVP

Aircraft lessor ACC Aviation has appointed Jack Burt as senior vice president of cargo. The move supports the company’s expansion of its global cargo charter services and new transportation capabilities. Burt has more than 18 years of experience in international…

Azorra expands engine portfolio with DAE deal

Azorra has acquired nine General Electric CF34-10E engines from Dubai Aerospace Enterprise (DAE). The engines, which power Embraer E190 and E195 aircraft, will join Azorra’s existing portfolio for lease to airline customers worldwide. Shahin Mehrabanzad, Azorra’s Vice President for Engine…