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NewsTransport Canada certificates Bombardier Global 8000 business jet
Canada’s aviation regulator has certificated Bombardier’s Global 8000 business jet, a milestone three years after the Montreal manufacturer launched development of its longest-range and fastest aircraft.
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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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NewsFAA to cut US airspace capacity amid controller shortages
The Federal Aviation Administration will implement a 10% capacity reduction at 40 high-traffic US airports from 7 November, citing safety concerns over air traffic controller shortages caused by the ongoing government shutdown.
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NewsCathay Pacific to buy back Qatar Airways’ near-10% shareholding
Cathay Pacific Airways is intending to purchase Qatar Airways’ entire shareholding in the Hong Kong-based carrier. The provisional buy-back agreement is subject to approval by Cathay’s independent shareholders. Qatar Airways holds a 9.57% stake in Cathay Pacific. Both operators are Oneworld alliance members. Source: Cathay Pacific Cathay will ...
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NewsSaab exploring Gripen production in Canada as Ottawa weighs F-35A alternatives
Swedish airframer Saab is exploring Canadian production options for its Gripen E/F fighter as Ottawa considers alternatives to its F-35 commitment and Ukraine expresses interest in a potential 150-aircraft order, driving need for extra capacity.
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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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NewsNorway’s OSM to acquire Tecnam P-Mentor fleet for cadet training
Norwegian pilot-training company OSM Aviation Academy is to acquire up to 30 Tecnam P-Mentor light aircraft for its cadet fleet. The provisional agreement covers purchase of 25 aircraft plus options on another five. OSM executive director Hans Kyrre Hultgren says the order is part of a strategy to “establish a ...
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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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NewsApparent engine separation and left-side fire during take-off preceded UPS MD-11F crash
Photographic and video evidence indicates the UPS Boeing MD-11F which crashed on take-off at Louisville was on fire, after one of its engines separated from the wing during the take-off roll. Smoke and flame appeared strongly evident from the left wing’s leading edge – in the vicinity of its GE ...
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Paid contentAircraft Conversion: A Catalyst for Global Trade Value
Air cargo plays a pivotal role in today’s interconnected global economy, driving trade value far beyond its modest share of physical volume. According to IATA research, while air freight accounts for less than 1% of global trade by volume, it represents an astonishing 33% of total worldwide trade value. This figure highlights how essential air cargo is to modern commerce, enabling the rapid movement of high-value goods across continents and ensuring that global supply chains remain efficient and resilient.
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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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NewsVertical discussing industrial partnerships to support VX4 commercialisation
Vertical Aerospace is holding talks with several prospective entities as it seeks a strategic industrial partner to support its commercialisation of the VX4 eVTOL. Speaking during a third-quarter briefing, chair Domhnal Slattery said that, with the imminent piloted transition test phase expected to be completed in a few weeks, “now ...
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In depthAfter FAA certification, Philippines’ Dornier Technology eyes expanded MRO capabilities
Philippines MRO company Dornier Technology is looking at growth opportunities in areas like end-of-lease checks, after clinching FAA certification.
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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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NewsGeneral Atomics unveils Gambit 6 uncrewed tactical jet for air-to-ground missions
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems has revealed the Gambit 6, a new air-to-ground variant of its Gambit family of modular, uncrewed tactical jets, with international deliveries planned from 2027 and European versions available in 2029.
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NewsUPS MD-11F crashes after taking off from Louisville
A Boeing MD-11 freighter operated by logistics giant UPS has crashed after taking off from Louisville.
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NewsGeneral Atomics flies second YFQ-42A prototype fighter
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems confirms it is now flying two examples of its YFQ-42A prototype fighter, with the second aircraft conducting flight testing under the US Air Force’s Collaborative Combat Aircraft programme.
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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.