T’way Air has obtained domestic regulatory approval to proceed with its planned rebrand as Trinity Airways, clearing a key hurdle in the carrier’s transition under new ownership. The South Korean low-cost airline’s shareholders had already backed the corporate name change…
Industry experts are increasingly pointing to stronger implementation of global standards, modernization of ground support equipment (GSE), and deeper digitalization as central to making airport ground handling more resilient. Ground handling providers, airlines, and regulators have spent the past several…
Unverified images circulating on Russian military social media channels suggest that a two-seat variant of the Su-57 stealth fighter is undergoing early ground testing, potentially marking the first appearance of a tandem-seat version of Russia’s fifth-generation combat aircraft. The photos,…
Virgin Atlantic has announced that Josh Bayliss, chief executive of Virgin Group, will become chair of the airline from June 1, 2026, as the carrier further aligns its strategy with that of its parent group. He will succeed Peter Norris,…
ASL Airlines Australia, the charter and cargo carrier formerly known as Pionair, has been linked to a conditional share purchase agreement (SPA) within the wider ASL Aviation Holdings group, as the company continues to evolve under its new ownership structure.…
Pakistan has reportedly deployed a squadron of JF-17 Thunder fighter jets to Saudi Arabia as part of a wider military package agreed under a mutual defense pact, according to accounts based on security and government sources. The move comes amid…
Glasgow Prestwick Airport has passed the one million-kilogram mark for Scottish salmon exports since the start of 2026, underscoring its growing role in long-haul perishables traffic to Asia. The year-to-date total represents around 1,000 tonnes of salmon moving through the…
Saudia Cargo has signed a memorandum of understanding with Tibah Airports Operation Company to expand and upgrade air cargo operations at Prince Mohammad bin Abdulaziz International Airport in Madinah. The agreement, concluded during the 20th Steering Committee Meeting for the…
Japan Airlines has chosen GE Aerospace to support the avionics systems on its Boeing 787 fleet, extending an existing relationship centered on the Dreamliner program. The article headline points to avionics support rather than engine procurement, but the available background…
The Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) has completed a Mach 5 ramjet combustion ground test on an experimental hypersonic aircraft, advancing its long-term plan for a hypersonic passenger transport capable of crossing the Pacific in about two hours. The test…
The Federal Aviation Administration is undertaking an urgent internal reorganization and a series of operational changes in response to the deadly January 2025 midair collision near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport that killed 67 people. The move comes after the…
U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy has announced a $26 million Federal Aviation Administration initiative aimed at expanding the pipeline of pilots and aviation maintenance technicians across the United States. The funding, unveiled in Washington, D.C., will support aviation workforce…
Hunnu Air has ordered Mongolia’s first Beechcraft King Air 360, adding a new turboprop type to its expanding and diverse fleet. The charter and scheduled carrier will take delivery of the aircraft at the end of 2027, according to Textron…
RTX is underscoring the role of its defense systems in improving survivability for military personnel, focusing on technologies designed to detect, track, and defeat threats before they reach aircraft, ships, or deployed forces. The company points to Raytheon’s Phalanx Close-In…
Emirates has broken ground on a $5.1 billion engineering complex at Dubai South, a project the airline says will become one of the world’s largest and most advanced aircraft maintenance, repair and overhaul facilities. The development, awarded to China Railway…
Massachusetts Port Authority (Massport) is preparing a pilot program that would allow some Boston Logan International Airport passengers to clear TSA security screening at an off-site facility in Framingham before traveling to the airport. The initiative, which remains subject to…
The government of Honduras has announced an additional Iberojet frequency between Spain and Honduras, expanding nonstop connectivity on the Madrid–Palmerola route. President Nasry Asfura confirmed the decision this week as part of broader efforts to improve the country’s international air…
China’s in-flight connectivity (IFC) market is set for rapid expansion, with more than 2,000 additional IFC installations on China-based commercial aircraft forecast by 2035, according to Valour Consultancy’s report In-Flight Connectivity: China and India Deep Dive – 2026. The study…
Emirates has started construction of a $5.1 billion maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) complex at Dubai South, near Al Maktoum International Airport, in what is set to become one of the largest aviation engineering facilities in the world. The project…
The U.S. Department of Transportation is directing nearly $1 billion in federal funds toward projects aimed at making airports more accessible and convenient for families, under an initiative led by Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy. The funding, drawn from the…
RTX said its Raytheon business has completed the design review for the Landsat Next Instrument Suite, the sensor package being developed for NASA and the U.S. Geological Survey’s next Earth-observing mission. The review clears the program to continue toward building…
Airbus has submitted a scaled-back aircraft proposal to Biman Bangladesh Airlines just weeks after the flag carrier finalized a multibillion-dollar order with Boeing. According to Biman officials and local media reports, the European manufacturer has now offered a package of…
Airlines are restructuring growth and fleet strategies as a deepening aerospace supply chain crisis limits access to new aircraft and critical parts. Industry data from IATA and consulting firm Oliver Wyman indicate that delivery shortfalls have reached at least 5,300…
The upcoming ADSTAR Summit in Adelaide will spotlight new work on artificial intelligence for air battle management training, highlighting how AI-enabled systems could reshape the way air operations specialists are prepared for complex missions. According to Defence sources, a recent…
Royal Air Force Typhoon jets deployed to the Middle East are now carrying APKWS laser-guided rockets for counter-drone missions, following a rapid integration and testing effort. The Advanced Precision Kill Weapon System turns 70 mm unguided rockets into precision munitions…
Philippine Airlines and Qatar Airways are expanding their strategic partnership with a broader codeshare agreement and new reciprocal frequent-flyer benefits, adding more than 40 destinations to their combined networks. Building on a codeshare launched in June 2025, Philippine Airlines will…
Airbus Helicopters is promoting what it describes as vertical thinking as a strategic response to a more volatile global environment, focusing on the role of helicopters in disaster relief and military operations. In a recent overview, Mathilde Royer, Airbus Helicopters’…
Cathay Pacific is poised to put its name on a new Los Angeles Metro station serving Los Angeles International Airport under a proposed $9.975 million branding agreement, according to documents from LA Metro staff. The deal would grant the Hong…
France has ordered 17 Saab Giraffe 1X short-range air defense radars as part of a new program to strengthen its very short-range air defense and counter-drone capabilities. The contract, signed by France’s Directorate General of Armaments with Saab and Scania…
Emirates has started construction of a US$5.1 billion engineering complex at Dubai South’s Al Maktoum International Airport, a project the airline says will become the world’s largest and most advanced aircraft maintenance, repair and overhaul facility. The development will cover…
Etihad Airways and Uzbekistan Airways have signed a new codeshare agreement that will expand connectivity between Abu Dhabi and key destinations across Uzbekistan. The agreement takes effect on 15 May 2026, with the first codeshare flights scheduled for travel from…
Ryanair has reported a record full-year profit as strong passenger demand and higher fares outweighed rising costs and ongoing aircraft delivery delays. The airline said post-tax profit for its 2025-26 financial year rose 40% to €2.26 billion (about $2.6 billion)…
Destinus and Rheinmetall are preparing to push ahead with development of the RUTA Block 3 long-range cruise missile, building on a rapidly maturing family of mini cruise missiles and a new industrial partnership in Germany. Destinus’ RUTA line is a…
Emirates has broken ground on a new $5.1 billion engineering complex at Dubai South that is set to become one of the world’s largest aircraft maintenance, repair and overhaul facilities. The project, announced Monday, will cover 1.1 million square meters…
Thales has appointed Jérémie Papin as Senior Executive Vice President Finance and Information Systems, effectively making him the group’s new finance chief. He will assume the role on July 1, 2026, succeeding Pascal Bouchiat, who is set to retire on…
Ryanair has reported a record profit after tax of €2.26bn for its 2025-26 financial year, a 40% increase on the prior year’s €1.61bn, as higher fares and resilient demand offset rising costs and capacity constraints. The Irish low-cost carrier said…
India has completed assembly of its first locally built Airbus C295 military transport aircraft at the Tata-Airbus final assembly line in Vadodara, Gujarat, marking a key step in the country’s C295 procurement program. The aircraft, produced by Tata Advanced Systems…
British advanced jet trainer startup Aeralis has entered administration after its main financial backer withdrew support and delays persisted around the UK Defence Investment Plan. The company, which was developing a modular trainer concept for potential use by the Royal…
Chapman Freeborn has completed the urgent delivery of a CFM56-7B engine stand to Johannesburg, supporting a time-critical maintenance requirement in South Africa. The operation was carried out in partnership with EngineStands.com, which supplied the specialized stand used to transport and…
Aviation Capital Group reported higher revenue and profit for the first quarter of 2026, supported by fleet growth, aircraft sales gains and stronger operating cash flow. The aircraft lessor said total revenues rose 15% from a year earlier to $323…
The Arora Group has set out an updated bid to deliver Heathrow West, a competing expansion scheme for London Heathrow Airport centered on a third runway and a new terminal complex west of the existing Terminal 5. Under the proposal,…
Indaero Grupo Emergy has announced the official opening date for its new facilities in Alcalá de Guadaira, near Seville, according to industry outlet Actualidad Aeroespacial. The inauguration is scheduled for June 3, when the company will formally present the site…
Embraer is reporting increased interest in its E190F freighter program following the type’s commercial debut in Europe with Bridges Air Cargo. The first E-Freighter, a converted Embraer 190 registered 9H-BRD, entered regular service on March 9, 2026, operating for Bridges…
Palm Beach International Airport in Florida is set to be renamed President Donald J. Trump International Airport on July 1, following state legislation signed by Governor Ron DeSantis in March. The law gives the state authority to name major commercial…
Korean Air is moving to retire the Asiana Airlines brand as it completes the full takeover of its long-time rival, consolidating South Korea’s flag carriers into a single integrated airline. The merger process formally concluded on December 12, 2024, after…
Supply chain disruption has become the dominant issue shaping aviation maintenance and engineering, IATA Director General Willie Walsh has warned in a recent video previewing the World Maintenance & Engineering Summit 2026. Walsh said disruption to the supply chain, which…
AMAC Aerospace continues to position itself in the market for VIP and VVIP aircraft completions and maintenance, serving owners seeking customized cabin work and technical support for private and corporate jets. The company says it provides narrow-body and wide-body completion…
Two US Navy EA-18G Growler electronic attack jets were destroyed after a midair collision during an air show at Mountain Home Air Force Base in Idaho on Sunday. The aircraft, assigned to Electronic Attack Squadron 129 (VAQ-129) based at Naval…
Textron Aviation has delivered the first of two Cessna SkyCourier 408 turboprops to Air Marshall Islands, where the aircraft will be used to support passenger and cargo operations across the Pacific nation. The delivery follows a two-aircraft purchase agreement signed…
Iridium Communications has moved to acquire full ownership of Aireon in a deal valued at about $520 million, underscoring the satellite operator’s intent to deepen its role in global aviation infrastructure and safety services. Aireon operates a space-based ADS-B (Automatic…