Otto Aerospace has completed the preliminary design review for its Phantom 3500 super-midsize business jet, a key step in the aircrafts development timeline. The review, originally targeted for October 2025, confirms the design viability following extensive wind tunnel testing, including trials at NASAs Ames Research Center and the European Transonic Windtunnel.

The Phantom 3500 features a windowless fuselage to reduce drag by 35 percent and fuel consumption by more than 60 percent compared to typical jets in its class. High-definition digital screens simulate external views, while the aircraft achieves laminar flow over nearly 90 percent of its 23-degree swept wing equipped with leading-edge slots. Powered by twin turbofan engines, it offers a range exceeding 3,500 nautical miles, a cruise speed of 590 mph, and operations up to 51,000 feet.

Constructed with an all-composite airframe using resin transfer molding at a facility in Jacksonville, Florida, the jet targets FAA Part 23 certification as a single-pilot aircraft. First flight is scheduled for early 2027, with entry into service projected for 2030. The design also supports short balanced field lengths under 3,500 feet and emissions reductions of over 90 percent when using sustainable aviation fuel.

Building on technology from Otto Aviations prior Celera 500 demonstrator, the Phantom 3500 has secured a launch order from Flexjet for 300 units.

Volotea has introduced its first international flight from San Sebastián Airport in Spain’s Basque Country to Florence’s Amerigo Vespucci Airport in Italy. The direct service begins September 21 with two weekly flights on Mondays and Thursdays. From November, the schedule shifts to Mondays and Fridays.

The route offers approximately 9,000 seats across 58 flights scheduled for the year. Tickets are now available for purchase through Volotea’s website.

This addition brings Volotea’s offerings from San Sebastián to five routes: Palma de Mallorca, Menorca, Málaga, Sevilla, and Florence. The airline operates three domestic routes from Vitoria to Barcelona, Madrid, and Menorca; and 22 routes from Bilbao, including 11 international destinations such as Marrakech, Athens, Porto, and several Italian cities like Bari, Florence, Naples, Olbia, Palermo, Rome, Venice, and Verona, plus 11 domestic ones.

The San Sebastián-Florence connection marks Gipuzkoa’s renewed link to Italy from Hondarribia Airport.

Spain’s Aena airports recorded 28,284,768 passengers in April, marking a 3.7% increase from April 2025, though the growth rate slowed compared to the 6.3% rise seen between April 2024 and 2025.

The network also managed 242,424 aircraft movements, up 6.7% year-over-year, and transported 112,884 tons of cargo, a 5.3% gain. Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas led with 5,776,833 passengers, a 3.3% increase. Other top performers included Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat at 5,103,478 (+4.1%), Palma de Mallorca with 3,089,279 (+2.6%), Málaga-Costa del Sol at 2,613,939 (+9.5%), and Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernández with 1,921,861 (+10.9%).

Vacation destinations showed stronger growth. From January to April, Aena’s Spanish airports served 93,915,918 passengers, up 3.3%, with 807,211 movements (+3.1%) and 438,810 tons of cargo (+5.4%).

Across the full Aena Group, including London’s Luton Airport and 17 Brazilian airports, April traffic reached 33,494,009 passengers (+3.6%), 290,393 movements (+5.6%), and 125,808 tons of cargo (+5%). The year-to-date total stood at 114,757,924 passengers (+3.7%). The uptick partly stemmed from passengers shifting from rail after a January 18 train accident in Adamuz, Córdoba.

Ethiopian Airlines is in early-stage discussions with Airbus for a potential order of six additional A350 widebody aircraft and up to 20 A220 narrowbody jets, according to reports from Bloomberg and other outlets citing sources familiar with the matter.

The talks, which remain preliminary with no firm decisions on quantities, would mark Ethiopian’s entry into the A220 program. The airline currently operates no A220s but maintains a fleet of 26 A350s, including 22 A350-900s and four A350-1000s, with 17 more A350-900s pending delivery.

This potential order aligns with Ethiopian’s expansion efforts, including construction of Bishoftu International Airport near Addis Ababa. Set to open in 2030 with an initial capacity of 60 million passengers annually, expanding to 110 million by 2036, the $12.5 billion project will feature two initial runways and space for 270 aircraft.

Ethiopian’s current fleet totals 158 aircraft, dominated by Boeing types such as 41 active 737s, 28 787 Dreamliners, and 21 777s, alongside 30 Dash 8 turboprops. Recent moves include firming options for 15 Boeing 787-9s earlier this year and ordering six A350-900s at the 2025 Dubai Airshow.

The A220, seating 100 to 160 passengers, would fill a gap between Ethiopian’s turboprops on thin regional routes and larger 737s, offering jet performance for domestic and intra-African flights. In June 2025, CEO Mesfin Tasew noted evaluations of regional jets including the A220, Embraer E2, and Boeing 737 MAX 7.

Swiss International Air Lines has entered a partnership with Zurich-based cleantech company Metafuels to advance sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) development. The collaboration focuses on scaling up Metafuels’ aerobrew technology, which converts green methanol into synthetic SAF compatible with existing aircraft and infrastructure.

Metafuels’ process uses biomethanol or e-methanol as feedstocks, enabling production of bio-SAF or eSAF. The company reports up to 90% lower lifecycle carbon emissions compared to conventional kerosene. Aerobrew demonstration plants include a 50 liters-per-day unit at the Paul Scherrer Institut in Switzerland, where the technology originated.

Metafuels has awarded McDermott a front-end engineering and design contract for the Turbe project, a first-of-its-kind eSAF facility at the Evos terminal in Rotterdam. Initial capacity targets 12,000 tonnes annually, with potential expansion to 120,000 tonnes. Another facility, Pizol, is planned in Denmark.

This agreement follows SWISS’s prior involvement with Synhelion, including a 2025 flight using sun-to-liquid fuel and a long-term offtake deal for at least 200 tonnes of solar jet fuel annually from 2027. SWISS and Lufthansa Group procure SAF from biogenic waste meeting ISCC or RSB standards, which reduces emissions by about 80% versus fossil fuels.

Astronics Corporation reported sustained growth in its Aerospace segment, fueled by robust demand in the commercial transport market. In the first quarter of 2026, Aerospace sales reached $213.8 million, up 11.7% from the prior year, with commercial transport contributing an $18.9 million increase. The segment posted an operating profit of $35.3 million, or 16.5% of sales, aided by higher volumes, production efficiencies, and a $7.0 million reduction in litigation expenses tied to a UK patent dispute.

This follows record Aerospace sales of $193.6 million in the second quarter of 2025, a 9.4% rise driven by $17.2 million in additional commercial transport revenue from cabin power and inflight entertainment products. Military aircraft sales grew 10.7% to $27.4 million, offsetting a slight drop in general aviation.

Earlier, fourth-quarter 2024 Aerospace sales hit $188.5 million, up 11.7%, with commercial transport up 13.5% or $16.7 million despite Boeing strike impacts. Military sales surged 41.6% to $24.5 million.

Astronics raised its 2026 revenue guidance to $970 million to $1 billion, reflecting quarterly bookings of $290.4 million and a backlog of $734.3 million. The Aerospace segment accounted for 91.55% of customers, predominantly commercial transport at 70.88%.

Airbus marks 50 years of operations in Africa next year, with its presence on the continent dating back to 1976. That year, the first A300 was delivered, initiating Airbus’s involvement in the region.

Currently, nearly 40 airlines operate more than 140 Airbus aircraft across Africa. Ethiopian Airlines, the largest fleet operator on the continent, runs over 145 modern aircraft, including Boeing 787 Dreamliners, Boeing 777s, and Airbus A350s. The airline, which began operations in 1947 with five C-47 aircraft, has grown significantly and recently ordered more than 100 additional modern aircraft to expand its global network under its Vision 2035 plan.

Airbus’s broader milestones include its 50th anniversary in 2019, celebrated with a formation flight featuring in-production models such as the A220, A320neo, A330neo, A350, A380, and BelugaXL. In Southern Africa, Airbus has operated for 30 years, with the H125 helicopter logging over 50 million flight hours worldwide.

Allegiant Air has completed its acquisition of Sun Country Airlines, forming a combined carrier positioned as the leading U.S. airline focused on leisure travel. The transaction integrates two low-cost operators known for serving vacation destinations and secondary markets.

Details from industry proceedings highlight an efficiency analysis of this merger through an Information Bottleneck perspective, evaluating how the consolidation optimizes data processing and operational performance in headline-driven contexts. Researchers examined the structural impacts, rewriting operational narratives in first-person frameworks to assess streamlined decision-making.

The merged entity now controls a larger fleet and route network, emphasizing point-to-point leisure routes. Sun Country, based in Minneapolis, brings transatlantic capabilities and cargo operations to Allegiant’s Las Vegas headquarters model. Combined, they serve over 100 destinations with a focus on underserved communities and seasonal demand.

Regulatory approvals paved the way for the deal, announced earlier, with integration efforts underway to align fleets, staff, and systems. Analysts note potential synergies in fuel efficiency and scheduling under the new structure.

Eleven people were rescued from the Atlantic Ocean after a Beechcraft 300 King Air crashed during a flight between islands in the Bahamas on Tuesday, authorities said. The twin‑engine aircraft had departed Marsh Harbour in the Abaco Islands and was bound for Grand Bahama when the pilot declared an emergency shortly after takeoff, according to the Bahamas Aircraft Accident Investigation Authority.

Communication with the aircraft was lost while it was en route, prompting air traffic control centers in Freeport and Nassau to activate emergency protocols and notify the Royal Bahamas Defence Force, Royal Bahamas Police Force, the United States Coast Guard and volunteer search and rescue groups.

The aircraft went down in the ocean in Bahamian waters off Florida, with location estimates ranging from about 50 miles east of Vero Beach to roughly 80 miles off Melbourne. Officials said the pilot carried out a controlled ditching, and all occupants were able to evacuate into a life raft.

A U.S. Air Force 920th Rescue Wing HH‑60W Jolly Green helicopter, operating with the Coast Guard, hoisted the 11 Bahamian adults from the water and flew them to Melbourne Orlando International Airport, where emergency crews transported them for evaluation. Authorities reported three people were injured but in stable condition. Bahamian investigators are leading the probe into the reported engine failure and the cause of the crash.

Google is in talks with SpaceX about launching AI data centers into orbit, according to reporting that cites people familiar with the discussions. The effort would build on Google’s Project Suncatcher, an initiative unveiled last year to test whether satellites carrying its Tensor Processing Units could support compute workloads in space starting in 2027.

The concept has drawn interest because orbital systems could rely on continuous solar power, but launch and satellite construction costs remain a major obstacle. Google is also said to be speaking with other rocket-launch companies as it evaluates the plan.

SpaceX has emerged as a leading candidate because of its dominant role in commercial launches and its own growing interest in orbital compute. The company recently partnered with Anthropic on related infrastructure plans, and Elon Musk has said SpaceX and xAI are working toward large-scale orbital data satellites.

The reports follow broader industry efforts to explore whether space-based computing can become economically viable.

Boeing is pursuing one of its largest-ever jet sales to Chinese airlines, with a potential agreement expected to hinge on upcoming talks between US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing.

According to reports from US and Chinese media, the prospective package under discussion could include as many as 500 Boeing 737 MAX narrowbodies and about 100 widebody aircraft. The jets would likely be allocated across multiple Chinese carriers through state-directed purchasing channels, following the pattern of previous China aircraft deals.

Boeing Chief Executive Kelly Ortberg is expected to join Trump as part of a wider US business delegation traveling to China. Ortberg has indicated that closing a large China order will depend heavily on support from the White House, saying in April that the manufacturer does not expect major near-term Chinese orders without active involvement from the US administration.

The potential deal comes after a prolonged pause in new Boeing orders from China, driven by the 737 MAX grounding, the pandemic, and strained US-China relations. Any agreement would require alignment between Boeing, Chinese airlines, Beijing officials and the Trump administration, and industry observers caution that a mega-order remains uncertain despite high expectations around the summit.

The US Air Force has awarded Aevex an $18.5 million production contract for autonomous unmanned aircraft intended for one-way attack missions, expanding the service’s portfolio of low-cost expendable drones. The company announced the deal on May 13 during the Xponential unmanned systems convention in Detroit.

The contract covers delivery of Group 3 unmanned aircraft systems along with engineering and field services support. Aevex said the order supports deployment of its additive-manufactured Group 3 platforms, produced through its ForgeX manufacturing system. While the Air Force has not publicly detailed the specific configuration, Aevex’s Group 3 Onyx system has a maximum takeoff weight of 47.6 kg, payload capacity of 13.6 kg, endurance of up to 2.8 hours or about 270 km, and a cruise speed of 55 kt.

According to the company, the aircraft are designed for affordability, rapid production, and mission flexibility, with autonomy features intended to reduce operator workload in contested environments. Aevex has previously supplied thousands of similar precision-strike and one-way attack systems to Ukraine, and the new Air Force order fits within broader US military efforts to field scalable, expendable drone munitions informed by recent combat experience.

Korean Air and Asiana Airlines are moving into the final phase of a consolidation that will create a dominant South Korean flag carrier and one of the world’s largest airlines. The process began in November 2020 as a government-backed plan to rescue financially troubled Asiana and was enabled by state-owned Korea Development Bank financing. Korean Air completed the acquisition of a 63.88% stake in Asiana on December 12, 2024, following competition approvals from authorities in multiple jurisdictions.

On May 13, 2026, the boards of both airlines approved a merger agreement under which Korean Air will absorb all of Asiana’s assets, liabilities, rights, obligations, and staff. The transaction will be executed as a small-scale merger, with one Korean Air share exchanged for every 0.2736432 Asiana shares, and will increase Korean Air’s capital by about 101.7 billion won.

The integrated carrier is slated to launch in December 2026 under Korean Air’s new “KOREAN” branding, its first major rebrand in more than four decades. Asiana’s brand will be phased out, and the unified airline will operate within the SkyTeam alliance. Low-cost subsidiaries Jin Air, Air Busan, and Air Seoul are to be combined into a single budget carrier, further consolidating South Korea’s aviation market.

SIA Engineering Company (SIAEC) has reported a strong uplift in earnings as airlines around the world confront prolonged aircraft delivery delays and engine availability issues, keeping older jets in service longer and driving demand for maintenance, repair, and overhaul work.

For the financial year 2025/26, SIAEC’s net profit rose 21% to S$168.9 million, outpacing a 14.3% increase in revenue to S$1.42 billion. The company’s performance reflects both higher maintenance volumes and a shift toward more profitable segments in the aftermarket, including engine and component work.

Profits from associated companies and joint ventures grew 22.5%, underlining the importance of SIAEC’s partnership-led model. Key alliances with Pratt & Whitney and Safran Aircraft Engines are giving the Singapore-based provider access to heavy engine work on geared turbofan and CFM LEAP powerplants, which are experiencing heightened shop visits due to durability and inspection challenges.

Industry-wide supply chain disruptions and constraints on new aircraft deliveries from Airbus and Boeing are prompting airlines to extend the operational life of existing fleets. Older aircraft typically require more intensive checks, overhauls, and component replacements, adding to the MRO workload.

Despite this momentum, the sector faces pressures from elevated fuel prices and the possibility that some airlines may accelerate retirements of aging jets, which could temper demand. Even so, the Asia-Pacific and Middle East are projected to remain among the fastest-growing MRO markets, and SIAEC’s regional focus positions it to capture a share of that expansion while competing with larger global providers.

A U.S. Air Force T-38C Talon jet trainer assigned to Columbus Air Force Base, Mississippi, crashed in western Alabama on May 12, 2026, with both pilots ejecting safely, according to base and media reports. The aircraft, belonging to the 14th Flying Training Wing, went down around noon in rural Lamar County near the Mississippi border.

Columbus Air Force Base officials described the incident as a mishap and said the cause remains unknown. A Safety Investigation Board has been convened to determine what led to the crash. The pilots were recovered after ejecting and were taken to a local hospital; officials have not released details on their condition beyond confirming they are safe and, in some reports, uninjured.

Imagery and video circulating online show two parachutes descending toward the ground following the ejection. Aviation tracking data cited in specialist outlets identified the jet as callsign REEF42, tail number 66-4362. Another T-38C from Columbus, REEF41 (66-4339), reportedly squawked the emergency code 7700 around the same time but landed safely.

Base personnel and local authorities secured the crash site shortly after the incident. The T-38 Talon, a twin-seat, supersonic trainer, has long served as a primary advanced jet training platform for U.S. Air Force pilots.

All 11 people aboard a Beechcraft 300 King Air were rescued after the aircraft went down Tuesday in Bahamian waters off Florida, authorities said. The twin-engine turboprop had departed Marsh Harbour Airport in the Bahamas and was en route to Grand Bahama International Airport in Freeport when the pilot declared an emergency and communication with the aircraft was lost.

The crash occurred about 50 miles east of Vero Beach Regional Airport, according to the Federal Aviation Administration. The U.S. Coast Guard, the Royal Bahamas Defence Force and other Bahamian agencies joined the search and rescue effort. Survivors were recovered from the water and taken ashore for medical evaluations. Officials said three people were injured, though details on their conditions were not immediately released.

The FAA and the Bahamas Air Accident Investigation Authority are investigating the cause of the crash. Authorities said the aircraft was registered in Panama.

The Federal Aviation Administration is expanding a series of initiatives aimed at reducing risks on airport surfaces across the United States. Through its Surface Safety Portfolio, the agency is deploying three complementary technologies to improve controllers’ situational awareness and cut runway incursions.

The Surface Awareness Initiative uses Automatic Dependent Surveillance–Broadcast data to display aircraft and equipped ground vehicles on detailed airport maps in control towers that lack full surface surveillance. The FAA began installing SAI in June 2024 and plans to have it operating at 50 towers by the end of 2025.

Approach Runway Verification provides controllers with an additional check to confirm that aircraft are aligned with the correct runway before landing. As of January 30, 2025, ARV is in use at 77 towers, with more than 50 additional airports scheduled to receive it by the end of September 2025 and a long-term objective of more than 500 locations.

The Runway Incursion Device, developed in-house by the FAA, indicates when runways are occupied or closed and replaces a variety of legacy memory aids in towers. After operational evaluations at several airports, installation began in January 2025, with plans to deploy RIDs to 74 airports through 2026.

In parallel, the FAA is requiring commercial airports to implement Safety Management Systems, reinforcing data-driven monitoring of hazards on the ground. The agency describes these programs as part of a broader, continuous effort to identify risks early and strengthen airport safety nationwide.

Deucalion Aviation has facilitated the acquisition of two Airbus A330-300 aircraft, which are now on lease to Turkish Airlines. The transaction supports the carrier’s widebody fleet expansion amid ongoing demand for long-haul capacity.

The A330-300 models, known for their efficiency on medium- to long-range routes, align with Turkish Airlines’ strategy to modernize its operations. Deucalion Aviation, a specialist in aviation finance and leasing, structured the deal to provide flexible ownership and leasing terms.

This acquisition adds to Turkish Airlines’ existing fleet of over 450 aircraft, including multiple A330 variants. The airline, based at Istanbul Airport, continues to grow its network across Europe, Asia, and the Americas. Details on the exact delivery timeline or financial terms were not disclosed.

Skyworld Aviation, a specialist in regional aircraft sales and leasing, has formalized its relationship with Trans Island Airways (TIA). The appointment, announced on May 12, 2026, tasks Skyworld with marketing a specific ERJ 135 ER aircraft in the Embraer aftermarket.

Based in the UK and Canada, Skyworld operates as an aircraft marketing organization focused on the regional sector. Originally established in 1996 as Skyways Aviation, the company provides consultancy, marketing, and lease management services to clients worldwide.

This development continues Skyworld’s involvement in the Embraer aftermarket, where it now handles the sale of this particular ERJ 135 ER example on behalf of TIA. Contact details for Skyworld are available through its website, emphasizing its role in regional aviation transactions.

Embraer anticipates scaling KC-390 military transport aircraft production to 10 units per year by 2030, alongside plans to establish assembly lines in the United States and India.

The Brazilian manufacturer outlined these targets in a recent analysis, focusing on production efficiency through an information bottleneck perspective. This approach evaluates headline-driven efficiencies in manufacturing processes, aiming to optimize output for the KC-390, a medium-sized airlifter competing with aircraft like the Airbus A400M.

Current production rates stand lower, but Embraer expects growth driven by international demand and expanded facilities. The U.S. assembly line would support local partnerships and offset requirements, while an Indian line aligns with that countrys defense modernization efforts and potential orders.

Details emerge from proceedings of the LREC 2026 CMCL workshop, where the efficiency study frames production scaling as a key strategic goal. No specific timelines for the new lines were detailed, though they form part of broader global manufacturing expansion.

Japanese lunar exploration company ispace has signed a payload service agreement with the University of Leicester worth GBP 3 million to transport a Raman spectrometer to the Moons surface.

The instrument, adapted from a laser-based spectrometer originally developed for the ExoMars mission, will analyze lunar regolith to determine its molecular composition and identify potential resources for future human exploration. The payload involves collaboration with INTA in Madrid, the University of Aberdeen, RAL Space, and the University of Valladolid.

Under the agreement, ispaces Japanese entity will provide transportation services using its ULTRA lunar lander on a future mission, though the specific assignment remains undetermined. The partnership evolved from a letter of support in 2022 and an initial payload service agreement in 2024.

ispace approved the deal through a board resolution on March 31, 2026, with the contract executed the same day. The announcement came on May 13, 2026.

This follows ispaces separate agreement with Koreas Unmanned Exploration Laboratory to carry a two-wheeled rover on its Mission 3 ULTRA lander, scheduled for 2028.

Vertical Aerospace’s chair has stepped down as the company pursues an $850 million financing package to support certification and early production scaling of its electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft.

The departure occurs during a period of leadership changes at the UK-based developer. Founder Stephen Fitzpatrick recently transitioned from CEO to a board role focused on strategy, with former CFO Stuart Simpson assuming the CEO position. The company is also advancing its VX4 prototype program, nearing completion of a second full-scale model and resuming flight tests. In April, it completed a piloted thrustborne transition, shifting from vertical takeoff to wingborne cruise under UK Civil Aviation Authority oversight.

Vertical reaffirmed plans for demonstration flights at the July Farnborough Airshow and London Heathrow Airport later this year. The financing aims to carry the program through certification, targeted for the second half of 2028, and initial industrial expansion toward cash break-even by 2030. Shares of Vertical Aerospace (NYSE: EVTL) have fluctuated between $1.90 and $7.60 over the past year.

AMTRA Aero Component Solutions LLC, an affiliate of AMTRA Aero LLC based in Tulsa, Oklahoma, has executed a letter of intent to acquire an Airbus A320-200 aircraft for teardown. The move aims to broaden its inventory of narrowbody aircraft components.

The company, formed in September 2024 to manage part-out aircraft and inventory sales, operates a 12,000-square-foot facility at Tulsa International Airport, including 4,000 square feet of air-conditioned storage. It previously acquired an A319-100, MSN 3069, in September 2024 for on-site dismantling, with parts made available by November 2024.

A320 teardown processes typically begin with draining fuel and hydraulics, followed by removal of customer-specified parts from areas such as the cockpit, wings, and cabin. Parts are then inventoried. Remaining materials in the cabin are sorted for metals like aluminum and copper. Landing gear is removed last, before the airframe is cut into pieces for disposal or recycling.

Similar recent acquisitions include APOC Aviation’s purchase of an A320-200, MSN 4533, from FTAI in April 2026, and Werner Aero’s acquisition of MSN 2874 from FTAI in June 2025, both destined for teardown to supply high-demand components.

Qatar Airways has resumed double-daily passenger flights between Doha and Abu Dhabi following a reduction in hostilities from a recent conflict involving Iran, Israel, and U.S. forces in the Middle East.

The route, which faced suspension due to airspace restrictions and operational disruptions during the crisis, is now operating again. This restores Qatar Airways network in the United Arab Emirates to three destinations: Abu Dhabi, Dubai, and Sharjah.

The airline has also restarted services to several other regional destinations, including Baghdad, Basra, and Erbil in Iraq, as well as daily flights to Bahrain, Damascus, and Kozhikode in India.

Earlier this week, on May 12, Qatar Airways announced the resumption of flights to Helsinki and Tokyo Haneda starting July 15. Helsinki services will operate four times weekly initially, using flight QR301 departing Doha at 08:40 and arriving at 15:30 local time, increasing to daily from August 1. Tokyo Haneda flights, on QR812, will depart Doha at 07:50 and arrive the next day at 00:05, also starting with four weekly frequencies before going daily in August.

Qatar Airways plans to serve more than 160 destinations during the northern summer season as it continues restoring routes affected by the conflict. Passengers should check the airline website or app for updates, as schedules may change due to operational, regulatory, or safety reasons.

Boeing President and CEO Kelly Ortberg will speak at the Bernstein Strategic Decisions Conference on May 27, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. ET.

The company announced the event on May 13 from its Arlington, Virginia, headquarters. A live webcast of Ortbergs presentation will be available on the Events and Presentations section of Boeings investor relations website at www.boeing.com/investors. A transcript will follow after the event concludes.

Investors and participants can access the webcast there, with Boeing advising users to check connectivity beforehand. Contact points include Boeing Investor Relations at BoeingInvestorRelations@boeing.com and media relations at media@boeing.com.

The conference provides a forum for company executives to address investors on strategy and operations. Ortberg, who leads Boeing (NYSE: BA), took the CEO role amid ongoing efforts to stabilize production and deliveries in the commercial aviation sector.

Korean Air has donated a retired Boeing 747 along with $25 million to the California Science Center in Los Angeles. The contribution supports the Aviation Gallery within the Samuel Oschin Air and Space Center, now named the Korean Air Aviation Gallery.

The aircraft fuselage will serve as the centerpiece of the gallery, which features nearly 20 aircraft displays. Other exhibits include a replica of the Wright Brothers 1902 Glider, a Harrier T4 jump-jet, and an F-100 Super Saber. The 747 installation highlights a 70-foot front section of the upper and main decks, including the cockpit, known as the 747 Experience.

The donation was announced in September 2023. The Science Center has since installed the 747 components as part of ongoing construction for the new air and space facility.

Wizz Air has incorporated its 200th Airbus A320neo family aircraft into service with the arrival of a new A321XLR, according to company announcements. The addition lowered the average fleet age to 4.2 years, with the A321neo model assigned to the London Luton Airport base.

The A321XLR, registered G-XLRA, was delivered from Airbus facilities in Hamburg Finkenwerder to London Luton Airport on May 21, completing a 1-hour-38-minute flight. This marks Wizz Air as the third operator worldwide of the extended-range variant and the first to equip it with Pratt & Whitney geared turbofan engines. The aircraft joined Wizz Air UK operations and debuted on scheduled short-haul flights starting May 23 before launching daily service from London Gatwick to Jeddah on May 26.

Wizz Air operates a fleet of 237 aircraft, predominantly A321neo variants powered by Pratt & Whitney GTF engines on 276 A320neo family planes. The carrier plans 50 new deliveries this financial year amid challenges, including 46 A320neo family aircraft grounded due to engine issues, prompting wet-leasing of up to seven planes. Passenger numbers are forecast to reach 75 million in fiscal 2025/26, up from 62.8 million. Separately, the airline is reducing its A321XLR order from 47 to 10-15 units.

One A321XLR, G-XLRA, sustained a tailstrike at Prague Airport on September 11, damaging the aft fuselage and grounding it since, with investigators noting a descent rate increase to 768 feet per minute at low altitude.

FedEx has begun returning its MD-11F freighters to service following a grounding that started in November 2025 after a UPS Airlines crash in Louisville prompted safety concerns.

The Federal Aviation Administration approved a Boeing-developed fix on May 11, 2026, to strengthen the wing-mounted engine pylons. Two aircraft have completed modifications and test flights from Memphis International Airport.

N621FE, operating as FX9045, flew a one-hour-15-minute test on May 9 and its first commercial flight to Miami on May 10. N521FE conducted a test flight on May 10 and flew commercially to Los Angeles the same day.

FedEx plans to restore 24 MD-11Fs to full service, with the remaining five held as a flex pool for demand surges. The fleet is scheduled for retirement by 2032 upon delivery of replacements.

AIRO Group Holdings, Inc., operating through its Jaunt Air Mobility brand, unveiled a full-scale model of its JC/JX250 multi-role unmanned aerial vehicle at the AUVSI XPONENTIAL 2026 event in Detroit. The vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) platform targets defense, cargo logistics, and long-endurance intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) missions.

The hybrid-electric aircraft features a slowed rotor architecture for vertical lift and efficient forward flight. It supports modular payload configurations, including a detachable cargo pod for rapid loading. The design enables operations in austere environments without traditional infrastructure.

Two configurations are available: the JC250 for middle-mile logistics, remote resupply, and humanitarian aid; and the JX250 for ISR tasks. Projections indicate over 1,000 miles of range and up to 16 hours of endurance in the ISR setup.

AIRO reports progress in detailed design and engineering, with development costs below targets. The company anticipates first flight by the end of 2026 and commercialization starting in 2027. Joe Burns, AIRO CEO, described the unveiling as a step from concept to tangible platform. Martin Peryea, SVP and GM of Electric Air Mobility, confirmed the program remains on track.

Qatar Airways is resuming flights to Helsinki, Finland, and Tokyo’s Haneda Airport starting July 15, 2026, as part of its summer network expansion.

The airline will launch four weekly flights to Helsinki’s Vantaa Airport from July 15, increasing to daily service on August 1. This route connects Europe with destinations in Australia, Kenya, and Southeast Asia via Doha.

Separately, Qatar Airways will restart operations to Tokyo Haneda, complementing its existing service to Narita Airport. The Haneda route begins with four weekly flights from July 15, also scaling to daily from August 1. The schedule includes flight QR812 departing Doha at 07:50 and arriving Haneda at 00:05, with the return QR813 leaving Haneda at 01:35 and reaching Doha at 06:45. These flights operate Mondays, Wednesdays, Saturdays, and Sundays initially.

With these additions, Qatar Airways will serve more than 160 destinations worldwide this summer through its hub at Hamad International Airport in Doha. The airline already operates flights to over 150 destinations globally and recently announced new routes to Bogota and Caracas.

MTU Maintenance Lease Services B.V., the engine leasing and asset management arm of MTU Maintenance, has made a strategic minority investment in TRecs, a platform that digitalizes Open Item List management across the engine lifecycle.

TRecs, operated by TRecs Software Labs Ltd., handles open items generated during technical reviews, lease returns, shop visits, and other stages. The platform serves lessors, maintenance, repair, and overhaul providers, banks, financial stakeholders, and airlines by providing a centralized record for each item.

The investment aims to streamline engine transitions, according to MTU Maintenance Lease Services. An executive from the company stated that digitalizing these processes reduces complexity for lessors and customers, describing TRecs as a purpose-built solution for the sector.

MTU Maintenance Lease Services, based in Amsterdam, operates as an 80/20 joint venture with Sumitomo Corporation, established in 2014. TRecs supports engine lifecycle management from initial reviews through transitions and maintenance.

Contact details include Saša Lakić, Media Relations Manager MRO at MTU, reachable at +49 0170 5491691 or sasa.lakic2@mtu.de, and press@trecs.aero for TRecs.

Wizz Air has taken delivery of its 200th aircraft from the Airbus A320neo family, marking a significant expansion of its all-Airbus narrowbody fleet. The airline, known for its low-cost operations across Europe and beyond, operates a mix of A320-200 and A320neo variants configured primarily in a high-density economy layout.

The A320neo models seat up to 186 passengers, optimized for short- and medium-haul routes with improved fuel efficiency. Earlier A320-200 aircraft accommodate 180 passengers. Wizz Airs active A320 fleet includes numerous examples, as tracked by aviation databases, supporting its rapid network growth from bases in Budapest, Kyiv, Athens, and other cities.

Recent sightings and flight reports highlight A320neo operations, such as services from Athens to Larnaca and Budapest to Milan Malpensa, featuring the aircrafts distinctive livery. Fleet photos from airports like Kyiv Boryspil and Pisa show the carriers consistent use of these types since 2020. This milestone delivery underscores Wizz Airs reliance on the A320 family for its point-to-point model.

Hyundai Motor Group has signed a memorandum of understanding with Korea Aerospace Industries (KAI) to jointly develop an advanced air mobility aircraft, aiming to revive its Supernal eVTOL program after a pause in flight testing and layoffs.

The agreement, announced on May 10, 2026, pairs Supernal, Hyundai’s U.S.-based advanced air mobility unit, with KAI for aircraft design and engineering. Supernal will lead as the design authority, drawing on Hyundai’s electric vehicle expertise for electrified aviation powertrains. KAI will contribute its experience in airframe development, supply chains, and certification.

Separately, Hyundai Motor Group and KAI will work on commercializing those powertrains. The collaboration also covers global customer networks and potential expansion into other aviation areas.

This follows Supernal’s suspension of its S-A2 eVTOL program in September 2025 and recent staff reductions. The company recently appointed Dr. Farhan Gandhi, a rotorcraft expert with over 30 years of experience, as its new chief technology officer.

KAI, a key player in South Korea’s aerospace sector since 1999, is extending its portfolio from military aircraft into civilian air mobility through this partnership.

The Spanish Council of Ministers has authorized the construction of a new air traffic control center for the Balearic Islands, to be built next to the Son Bonet aerodrome in Marratxí, Mallorca. The facility will replace the current center at Palma de Mallorca Airport and involves an investment of 81.4 million euros plus VAT by ENAIRE, the state-owned air navigation manager.

Approved on May 12, the project includes four functional modules: a main building for air traffic control and offices; a center for training, simulation, and contingencies; a systems support module; and an access control module. Approximately 35 percent of the chosen site will consist of green spaces and parking areas.

Enaire will soon open the bidding process for the works, with an execution period of 36 months from adjudication. The aerodrome of Son Bonet previously handled commercial flights on Mallorca until 1960, when Palma Airport opened to civil traffic.

Airbus Defence and Space has conducted the first engine ignition for the initial C295 Maritime Patrol Aircraft (MPA) ordered by Spain. This step precedes the aircrafts rollout from the final assembly line at the companys San Pablo facility in Seville.

The C295 MPA forms part of a 1.695 billion euro contract signed in December 2023 for 16 aircraft, split evenly between eight MPA variants for maritime patrol and anti-submarine warfare and eight Maritime Surveillance Aircraft (MSA) for vigilance, reconnaissance, and search and rescue missions. The MPAs will equip the Spanish Navy, replacing the retired P-3 Orion fleet, while the MSAs will support the Spanish Air and Space Force 802 Squadron at Gando Air Base, succeeding CN-235 VIGMA platforms in service since 2008.

Assembly of all aircraft occurs in Seville. Deliveries are scheduled to begin in the second quarter of 2026. The program includes full-flight and mission system simulators plus initial logistical support.

Recent progress in the related MSA/SAR variant saw its first aircraft, serial number 239, complete a 2-hour-24-minute maiden flight from Seville on November 11, validating basic airframe and mission systems. Further tests will integrate full sensor suites, including the Fully Integrated Tactical System with radar, electro-optical/infrared turret, AIS, and radiogoniometer.

The C295 platform features Pratt & Whitney Canada PW127G turboprops, Collins Aerospace Pro Line Fusion avionics, up to 13-hour endurance, and a 8-ton payload capacity, supporting diverse roles from SAR to anti-submarine operations across the Atlantic, Strait of Gibraltar, and western Mediterranean.

Hanjin Group plans to fully integrate Korean Air and Asiana Airlines under the Korean Air brand by December 2026. Hanjin Group Chairman Walter Cho outlined the strategy in his New Year’s message, stating that Korean Air and Asiana Airlines will become an integrated Korean Air, operating about 240 aircraft.

The merger timeline targets completion around December 17, 2026, following regulatory approval. This follows the antitrust regulator’s plan to integrate Asiana’s mileage program into Korean Air’s system starting late 2026. Asiana members will retain miles for 10 years, convertible to Korean Air miles at a one-to-one ratio for flight-earned miles and one-to-0.82 for credit card and partner miles. Elite status will match equivalent Korean Air tiers, expanding redemption to 128 destinations.

Separately, Hanjin Group’s low-cost carriers—Jin Air, Air Busan, and Air Seoul—will merge under the Jin Air brand with about 60 aircraft. All Hanjin Group airlines, including Korean Air and Asiana, will adopt Starlink satellite internet for in-flight connectivity, with installations starting in 2026 and fleetwide completion by the end of 2027. Korean Air has made minimal executive changes to prioritize stable operations during the integration.

Embraer has entered into a long-term contract with Bharat Forge Ltd., an Indian manufacturer, to supply critical landing gear forgings for its commercial and defense aircraft programs.

The agreement positions Bharat Forge as the first Indian company to join Embraer’s supply chain for such forged components. Bharat Forge will produce the parts at its facilities, supporting Embraer’s global operations.

Details of the contract value and production volumes were not disclosed in the announcement. This deal expands Embraer’s supplier network into India, a growing hub for aerospace manufacturing.

The partnership aligns with Embraer’s efforts to diversify its supply chain amid increasing demand for its aircraft lineup, including the E-Jets family and defense platforms like the C-390 Millennium.

Voyageur Aviation Corp. has opened a new landing gear repair and overhaul facility in Ottawa, Ontario, focused on ATR regional aircraft.

The facility increases Voyageur’s capacity to support ATR operators with a complete range of landing gear services. Located in Ottawa, it builds on the company’s existing aircraft component support operations.

Avocet Aerospace Technologies, another Canadian firm based near Ottawa in Kanata, Ontario, also provides component repair and overhaul for ATR and Boeing aircraft, as well as Bombardier regional jets.

Separate ATR maintenance programs exist through providers like Global Aerospace in Mississauga, Ontario, offering landing gear loan and exchange options for ATR-42 and ATR-72 models.

The expansion aligns with ongoing ATR operations in Canada, including cargo services by operators such as Air Creebec serving remote northern communities.

Ethiopian Airlines is considering an order for six Airbus A350 jets and about 20 of the smaller A220 model, according to Bloomberg News reports from early 2026.

The state-owned carrier, Africa’s largest airline, has been actively expanding its fleet. This potential order follows a firm purchase of six additional A350-900 aircraft announced at the Dubai Airshow in November 2025. Those jets reinforced Ethiopian’s standing as the continent’s top A350 operator.

Earlier fleet moves include upsizing four A350-900s to A350-1000s in 2022, bringing its backlog at that time to four A350-1000s and two A350-900s, with 16 A350-900s already delivered. A separate November 2025 lease deal with Novus Aviation Capital added two more A350-900s.

On the Boeing side, Ethiopian confirmed nine 787-9 Dreamliners in January 2026 for delivery between 2031 and 2033, plus 11 737 MAX 8s from the Dubai Airshow. No firm commitment has been announced for the latest A350 and A220 discussions.

De Havilland Canada is assessing interest in reviving the Short C-23 Sherpa, a twin-turboprop cargo aircraft last produced in 1990, with a focus on the European market. The company plans a transatlantic demonstration tour this year featuring a Garmin 1000-equipped C-23 Sherpa, including a stop at CANSEC in Ottawa.

At the recent DAIMEX event in Germany, De Havilland tested European demand for the aircraft, which Short Brothers originally designed for short takeoff and landing operations on unpaved runways. De Havilland Canada, which acquired the type certificates through its Viking Air subsidiary, is studying feasibility for military variants suited to airdrops, paratroop missions, defense roles, and firefighting.

Vice President for Corporate Affairs Neil Sweeney stated during CANSEC that the U.S. Forest Service has approved the C-23 for smokejumper operations against forest fires. The company launched a market survey this year to evaluate demand against restart costs. Sweeney noted that production would only proceed for substantial orders, estimating no viability for runs of 10 but potential for 500, depending on recurring costs and market pricing. No timeline has been set for a final decision.

Quantum Space is establishing a manufacturing facility in Tulsa, Oklahoma, to produce its Ranger spacecraft, a maneuverable platform for defense and commercial missions. The site will focus on large propulsion tank manufacturing and precision spacecraft parts, creating up to 50 high-skill jobs initially, with plans for expansion.

The facility, spanning 25,000 to 40,000 square feet, will include equipment for CNC machining, friction stir welding, assembly, fabrication, non-destructive testing, and pressure testing. Located in the former Spartan manufacturing building at Tulsa International Airport, it is undergoing renovation. Quantum Space will use a move-in-ready interim facility starting in 2026 while preparations continue.

Modifications are set to begin in July 2026, targeting initial operational capability in the first quarter of 2027. Hiring for roles in engineering, precision manufacturing, quality inspection, and operations support starts this month. The company, led by former NASA Administrator Jim Bridenstine as CEO, is headquartered in Rockville, Maryland, with propulsion and testing in Hawthorne, California.

The Ranger spacecraft supports missions including those for the U.S. Space Force. Separately, Quantum Space has arranged payload processing services with All Points Logistics at NASAs Kennedy Space Center for Ranger missions beginning in 2026.

Liebherr Aerospace has expanded its maintenance, repair and overhaul operations for aircraft heat transfer equipment in Shanghai, China.

The company has added an 800-square-meter facility at its site dedicated to MRO activities, including testing and re-coring of heat transfer components. This expansion increases capacity to serve Chinese customers and supports regional aviation demands.

The new setup aligns with regulatory standards, incorporating a REACH-compliant coating process described as eco-friendly. Liebherr operates this alongside partnerships, such as an extended landing gear services agreement with HAECO Landing Gear Services, which provides additional capacity and performance guarantees for customers in the Asia-Pacific region.

Contact details for inquiries include Ute Braam, Head of Corporate Communication at Liebherr, reachable at +49 8381 46-4403 or ute.braam@liebherr.com. HAECO offers AOG support via aog@haeco.com or (852) 2767 6828.

Airbus Helicopters has delivered its 1,000th H130 helicopter to Rotorjet Aviation Company, a Kenyan operator.

The handover marks the production of the 1,000th unit in the H130 line, a single-engine intermediate helicopter designed for passenger transport, sightseeing tours and VIP services. Rotorjet Aviation, based in Kenya, received the aircraft as announced by Airbus Helicopters.

The H130 offers comfortable travel capabilities suited for various missions, including tourism and executive transport. Sources describe it as a reliable platform in the intermediate category, with over 1,000 units now in service worldwide following this delivery.

United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby issued a Thanksgiving message praising employees for their resilience amid operational challenges, declaring the carrier the best airline in the world. Recorded in a cockpit at Newark Liberty International Airport alongside pilots and a flight attendant, Kirby thanked staff for supporting customers through summer disruptions and a recent shutdown. He highlighted investments in new aircraft, Starlink connectivity, technology, and restoring the airlines pre-9/11 credit rating.

The message follows ratification of a new contract by Uniteds 30,000 flight attendants, represented by the Association of Flight Attendants-CWA. Announced as a tentative agreement on March 26, 2026, the deal received member approval with ballots closing May 12. It delivers immediate pay raises upon ratification, with top hourly rates reaching $100 by contracts end, a $741 million signing bonus pool, boarding pay, and sit pay for ground delays. Additional terms restrict red-eye flights and improve hotel and scheduling notices, addressing grievances since the last raise in 2020. New provisions allow United to operate or control a regional United Express carrier with lower-paid flight attendants, barring flights staffed by United pilots.

Kirbys remarks underscore employee efforts amid FAA issues and contract negotiations, with pay scales effective May 31 ahead of June bidding.

Vueling, part of the IAG group, recorded the third highest punctuality rate among European airlines in April, according to data from aviation analytics firm Cirium.

The carrier achieved this position based on its overall on-time performance across its network. Multiple reports confirm Vueling’s strong showing, with earlier analyses from previous months highlighting its competitive standing in the low-cost segment. For instance, in April 2024, it placed second among Europe’s low-cost airlines with an 87.2% on-time rate over more than 19,300 flights.

At Barcelona-El Prat Airport, Vueling led low-cost punctuality in April 2024 with 88.7% on over 11,400 flights. It also topped the category at other Spanish airports including Bilbao, Sevilla, Tenerife Norte, and Vigo, with rates reaching 93.5% in Vigo.

In January, Vueling ranked second overall in Europe with 85.4% punctuality on over 15,000 flights, leading at Barcelona (86.8%), Bilbao (89.3%), and Santiago de Compostela (84.2%).

Dornier Technology, an independent MRO provider based in the Philippines, has expanded its maintenance, repair, and overhaul operations at Clark International Airport. The expansion includes the addition of Hangar 2, which provides 4,401 square meters of new working space and can accommodate up to four turboprop aircraft simultaneously.

The project increases the companys overall hangar capacity, with the move to three hangars nearly tripling MRO capacity. Sources indicate a potential rise of up to 241 percent depending on full utilization. This development addresses growing demand for regional aviation maintenance services in Asia.

Established in 2008, Dornier Technology offers line and base maintenance at the facility. The enhancements position Clark as a key hub for turboprop and similar aircraft servicing amid rising regional needs.

Trip.com Group has launched a digital identity pilot in collaboration with the International Air Transport Association (IATA) to streamline aviation booking processes using secure, wallet-based credentials.

The initiative, announced at the Airline Global Conference 2026, explores how digital IDs can simplify bookings, reduce errors, and enhance efficiency in air travel. This effort aligns with broader IATA trials demonstrating the viability of contactless, biometric-enabled journeys that replace physical passports and boarding passes with mobile wallet-stored credentials.

Recent IATA proof-of-concept pilots across Europe and Asia-Pacific, involving airlines, airports, governments, and technology firms, confirmed that passengers can securely share identity data in advance and pass through checkpoints using biometrics alone. These tests validated interoperability across systems, including Apple Wallet for US passports, Google ID Pass for UK and US holders, and national programs like Indias Digi Yatra.

IATAs Director General Willie Walsh stated that digital identity for international travel works securely and efficiently, urging governments to accelerate adoption of Digital Travel Credentials. The Trip.com pilot builds on these findings by integrating digital IDs into the booking stage, potentially shortening queues and improving security through verified data sharing with user consent.

While the technology supports seamless, multi-carrier travel without repeated document checks, regulatory alignment remains a key challenge for widespread implementation.

NASA has accelerated flight testing of its X-59 quiet supersonic research aircraft, completing two flights in a single day for the first time on April 30 at the Armstrong Flight Research Center in Edwards, California. The aircraft cruised above Palmdale and Edwards during these tests, marking a step up in operational tempo as the program advances toward supersonic speeds.

Since its debut subsonic flight on October 28, 2025, from Lockheed Martin Skunk Works in Palmdale, the X-59 has progressed through envelope expansion. Recent flights on April 10 and 14 reached 43,000 feet and speeds of 528 to 627 mph, roughly Mach 0.8 to 0.95. Earlier tests included a wheels-up flight on April 3 and maneuvers over the Mojave Desert. The second flight followed engine run testing on March 12, with plans discussed in a media teleconference on March 20.

The X-59 aims to demonstrate that supersonic flight over land can produce a sonic thump comparable to a car door closing 20 feet away, rather than a loud sonic boom. Preparations include installing 125 ground recording systems along a 48-kilometer line in the Mojave Desert to measure noise during initial supersonic flights, scheduled after envelope expansion to 55,000 feet and Mach 1.4 or 1.5. Challenges in deploying these solar-powered units have involved wildlife damage from foxes and interference from dirt bikers.

Test pilots have noted the aircrafts external vision system provides clear forward views via cameras, aiding low-light takeoffs. Further flights will validate performance ahead of community overflights in fewer than 10 U.S. locations.

Lockheed Martin has declared a quarterly dividend of $3.45 per share for the second quarter of 2026. The payment will occur on June 26 to shareholders of record as of June 1, according to the companys announcement.

This maintains the same dividend level as the prior quarter. The ex-dividend date is June 2. At a recent stock price around $521, the move aligns with the companys current yield of approximately 2.05% to 2.83%, based on trailing twelve-month data and annual payouts near $13.80 per share.

The defense contractor, which specializes in aeronautic systems, missiles, helicopters, and space technologies, generates most revenue from U.S. government contracts. Net sales break down into aeronautics (40.3%), mission systems (23.1%), fire control (19.3%), and space (17.3%).

Recent shares closed at $512.25, with analysts targeting an average of $637.60. However, dividend payouts face potential near-term uncertainty from political pressures on defense contractors, including threats to halt payments until production accelerates amid a proposed $1.5 trillion defense budget.

Lockheed Martin employs 123,000 people and reported 2025 dividends totaling $13.35 per share across four quarterly payments.

At the Trip.com Annual Global Conference (AGC) 2026, Air France-KLM representatives emphasized resilience as essential for the airline industry facing an uncertain global landscape. The carrier highlighted ongoing challenges from the war in the Gulf, which continues to disrupt operations and route planning.

Speaking at the event, Air France-KLM conveyed a message of adaptability and optimism despite these headwinds. The group has adjusted its strategy in response to geopolitical tensions, including suspensions of flights to destinations like Tel Aviv, Beirut, Dubai, and Riyadh until at least April 2026 due to the Middle East crisis.

Capacity plans for summer 2026 reflect these shifts, with a revised focus on profitability amid rising fuel costs. Long-haul operations see a two percent increase overall, targeting North America and Asia, while KLM boosts seat capacity by five percent with new routes to places like Jersey, Santiago de Compostela, Portland, San Diego, and Hyderabad.

Air France is centralizing domestic flights at Paris-Charles de Gaulle from April 2026, with Transavia handling Paris-Orly services. Expansions include a new Las Vegas route starting April 15 using Airbus A350-900 aircraft and up to eleven daily flights to New York with Delta Air Lines.

Strong demand from Chinese travelers, fueled by visa-free policies, supports Asian growth, with unit revenue up six percent year-on-year through the first three quarters of 2025 and an 89 percent load factor.