All Aerospace articles – Page 6
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NewsAir Astana commits to order five Boeing 787-9s
Kazakhstan’s Air Astana has committed to ordering five Boeing 787-9s and signalled intentions for up to 10 additional aircraft as part of plans to expand its international network.
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NewsBombardier sees growing role for defence unit amid year-end delivery ramp-up
Bombardier intends to hand over “around a double-digit number” of military-role business jets before year-end as part of a fourth-quarter delivery push.
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NewsAirbus sees path to engine options on A320neo successor even if it picks open-fan design
Airbus believes it will be able to offer a choice of engine suppliers on its Next Generation Single Aisle, even if it opts for open-fan powerplants on the new narrowbody.
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NewsNTSB locates crashed MD-11F flight recorders, confirms some flight details
US safety investigators have begun examining why a UPS Boeing MD-11 freighter caught fire and crashed shortly after departing Louisville on 4 November, killing at least nine people after its left engine detached during take-off.
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NewsAirbus advances on critical fuel cell technology milestones for ZEROe programme
Airbus continues to work on key elements of a hydrogen fuel cell system for its ZEROe programme as it closes in on a critical technology milestone by year-end.
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NewsAirbus builds towards final destructive tests on Wing of Tomorrow demonstrator
Airbus has begun the first phase of load testing on a demonstrator wing developed under its Wing of Tomorrow programme that will eventually see the structure tested to destruction.
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NewsRolls-Royce targets early 2026 for next UltraFan test runs
Rolls-Royce intends to begin further ground runs of its original UltraFan demonstrator early next year as it looks to build on initial test activity that concluded in 2023.
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NewsKentucky governor expects many casualties from UPS MD-11F crash
A UPS Boeing MD-11 freighter crashed into a petroleum services facility shortly after takeoff from Louisville, killing at least three people and injuring 11 others on the ground.
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NewsBritish Airways seeks ‘double-whammy win’ from targeted SAF use to prevent contrail formation
Flight tests to demonstrate the effectiveness of using sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) to help prevent contrail formation on certain routes will kick off in early 2026 through a new UK-backed project involving Rolls-Royce and British Airways.
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NewsEve prepares eVTOL prototype for maiden flight campaign
Electric air taxi developer Eve is preparing its prototype aircraft for maiden flight following extensive ground testing using an iron bird test rig, with first flight targeted by early 2026.
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NewsSupply shortages no longer hindering Embraer’s 2025 production plan
Brazilian manufacturer says it has secured all components needed to meet its 222-240 aircraft delivery target for 2025, despite ongoing supply-chain challenges affecting the broader aerospace industry.
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NewsEmbraer cancels next-generation turboprop concept
Brazilian manufacturer abandons long-studied 70-90-seat turboprop programme, with chief executive confirming project termination rather than suspension during earnings call.
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NewsAAM industry steps up Middle East push as AutoFlight and Eve sign regional deals
Advanced air mobility developers AutoFlight and Eve have unveiled commitments from customers in the Middle East, continuing a push into the region first started by rivals Archer Aviation and Joby Aviation.
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In depthClean Aviation lays out goals for next project call as RISE engine waits for TAKE OFF clearance
Hydrogen technologies and a hybridised narrowbody engine are likely to be included in Clean Aviation’s next call for proposals, due to be released in early 2026, although whether flight testing will be required remains up for debate.
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NewsAAR acquires HAECO Americas for $78 million cash
US maintenance provider AAR has acquired HAECO Americas for $78 million, securing customer agreements worth $850 million and expanding its heavy maintenance capabilities across North Carolina and Florida facilities.
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NewsCurrier to remain Honeywell Aerospace CEO after 2026 spin-off
Jim Currier will continue as chief executive of Honeywell’s aerospace division after the conglomerate completes its spin out in 2026, with Eaton CEO Craig Arnold appointed as board chair.
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NewsSpirit AeroSystems posts $724 million third-quarter loss ahead of Boeing acquisition
Spirit AeroSystems reported a $724 million third-quarter loss as the aerostructures manufacturer approaches completion of its planned acquisition by Boeing, with elevated production costs continuing to weigh on financial performance.
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NewsBoeing completes $10.6bn digital business sale to Thoma Bravo
Boeing has completed the $10.6 billion sale of several digital businesses to investment firm Thoma Bravo, marking a strategic shift under chief executive Kelly Ortberg to focus on core aircraft manufacturing operations.
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NewsQatar Cargo’s Mammoth 777 converted freighters delayed by US government shutdown
Qatar Airways Cargo’s first converted Boeing 777 freighters from Mammoth are delayed until January due to the US government shutdown stalling certification processes.
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NewsUK competition regulator warming to SMFLH-Macquarie Rotorcraft helicopter lessor tie-up
UK competition regulators have seemingly cleared the acquisition of helicopter lessor Macquarie Rotorcraft by rival SMFL LCI Helicopters, lifting a restriction that prevented any integration between the two businesses.