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NewsHoneywell Aerospace names leadership team ahead of 2026 spin-off
Honeywell Aerospace has disclosed key appointments to its executive team ahead of the planned separation from parent company Honeywell in the second half of 2026, with Deere’s CFO Josh Jepsen joining as chief financial officer.
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NewsFAA finalises ban on most helicopter flights near Reagan National airport
The Federal Aviation Administration has issued a permanent ban on most helicopter operations in airspace surrounding Ronald Reagan Washington National airport, formalising restrictions introduced after last year’s midair collision that killed 67 people.
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NewsGE commercial engine deliveries jumped 25% in 2025 amid supply chain recovery
GE Aerospace delivered 2,386 commercial aircraft engines in 2025, a 25% year-on-year increase as supply chain constraints eased and production of its best-selling Leap turbofan accelerated.
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NewsHoneywell settles Flexjet engine maintenance dispute after warning of $470m hit
Honeywell and fractional ownership operator Flexjet have settled a legal dispute over engine maintenance services, with the manufacturer previously indicating the resolution could cost $470 million. The agreement extends their maintenance contract through 2035 and resolves related litigation from Duncan Aviation and StandardAero.
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In depthAirbus closes on key milestones for A380 flying testbed as COMPANION project nears design freeze
At some point in the next 12 months, a freshly-painted A380 will arrive in Toulouse ready for Airbus to begin a series of modifications that will eventually leave it looking like no other superjumbo in existence as it is transformed into a flying testbed for new engines and other advanced technologies.
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NewsBristow signs deposit-backed launch deal for Electra EL9
Bristow Group has signed a deposit-backed agreement with Electra, reserving the first production slot for the developer’s EL9 Ultra Short hybrid-electric aircraft.
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NewsHorizon tweaks Cavorite X7 design with new lift-fan arrangement
Canadian start-up Horizon Aircraft has tweaked the design of its Cavorite X7 vertical take-off and landing (VTOL) platform to boost performance, modifying the arrangement of the electric ducted fans in the canards and reprofiling the canards and tail.
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NewsFAA explores wireless industry subsidies for radio altimeter upgrades
The Federal Aviation Administration is exploring arrangements under which cellular providers would help finance the $4.5 billion cost of upgrading tens of thousands of radio altimeters to prevent interference from new 5G networks, according to recently released meeting memos.
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NewsCFM extends IATA aftermarket competition agreement into 2033
CFM International has extended its agreement with IATA through February 2033, allowing airlines greater flexibility to use third-party maintenance providers and non-OEM parts for engine servicing, addressing long-standing aftermarket competition concerns.
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NewsBombardier restructures leadership to advance defence and M&A ambitions
The Montreal-based business jet manufacturer has appointed new executives to lead restructured divisions encompassing aircraft sales, aftermarket services, engineering and defence, while hiring a former Leonardo DRS strategist to drive mergers and acquisitions.
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NewsBeyond Aero hails windtunnel success for BYA-1 business jet
Hydrogen fuel cell-powered business jet developer Beyond Aero has completed its first windtunnel test campaign, successfully validating the aerodynamic performance of its planned BYA-1 aircraft.
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NewsSafran to sell 50% stake in EZAir interiors business to partner Embraer
Safran is to sell its 50% stake in Mexican cabin interiors joint venture EZAir to partner Embraer for an undiclosed figure.
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NewsFrench navy commits to VSR700 uncrewed helicopter with six-unit order
France has ordered six VSR700 uncrewed rotorcraft from Airbus Helicopters and Naval Group, which will be operated by the French navy from 2028.
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NewsWindracers ramps up production to meet Ultra Mk2 demand
UK cargo drone developer Windracers is gearing up to build more than 100 examples of its Ultra Mk2 aircraft this year as it ramps up production to meet soaring demand.
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NewsJoby’s first CAE simulators critical for pilot training, commercial plans
Joby’s commercial strategies hinge on two CAE simulators that will enable operations in Dubai and the USA, according to Joby’s president of operations.
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NewsDaher reveals TBM 980 with upgrade to Garmin Prime touchscreen cockpit
French manufacturer unveils sixth and latest version of TBM 900 turboprop single family.
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NewsGE Aerospace expands commercial engines division, appoints Mohamed Ali as chief
GE Aerospace has restructured its commercial engines and services division to incorporate operations and technology functions, appointing Mohamed Ali as chief executive while creating a new commercial sales leadership position.
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NewsGhana becomes latest customer for H175M helicopter with two-unit order
Airbus Helicopters has secured another customer for its H175M – the military version of its super-medium-twin – with Ghana ordering two multirole-configured examples.
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NewsBoeing flagged MD-11 pylon bearing concerns years before UPS crash
Boeing issued a 2011 service bulletin warning MD-11 operators about potential spherical bearing assembly failures in engine pylons, the same component now at the centre of the NTSB investigation into November’s fatal UPS MD-11F crash in Louisville that killed 14 people.
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NewsFAA orders PW1100G modifications following engine fires
The Federal Aviation Administration has issued an airworthiness directive requiring airlines to modify fuel system components on 586 Pratt & Whitney PW1100G engines following multiple fan-blade fracture events that resulted in three under-cowl fires.