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NewsUnited 737 diverted to Osaka after cargo fire warning
A United Airlines Boeing 737-800 bound for Cebu made an emergency landing in Osaka after pilots received a cockpit warning of a potential cargo hold fire.
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NewsInitial A350F aft fuselage transferred to Toulouse final assembly line
Construction of Airbus’s initial A350 freighter is progressing with the arrival of its aft fuselage at the Toulouse final assembly line. The first fully-equipped aft section for MSN700 has been transferred from the airframer’s Hamburg facilities. Airbus senior vice-president of marketing Joost van der Heijden says the forward, centre and ...
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NewsKC-135 took evasive action to avoid glider with de-activated transponder
UK investigators have underlined the importance of transponders, after a serious airprox incident in which a US Air Force Boeing KC-135 carried out an evasive manoeuvre to avoid an undetected glider.
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NewsTug driver failed to see CRJ200 before Chicago taxiway collision
US investigators state that a Chicago O’Hare tug driver failed to ensure a taxiway was clear prior to crossing before it was struck by an Air Wisconsin MHIRJ Aviation CRJ200 regional jet. The collision overturned the tug, seriously injuring the driver, and badly damaging the leading-edge spar of the jet’s ...
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NewsAir Niugini takes delivery of first Airbus A220-300
The Papua New Guinea carrier becomes the 25th airline globally to operate the A220 as it begins replacing its aging Fokker fleet.
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In depthSecond B-21 Raider bomber delivered to US Air Force
The US Air Force has taken delivery of its second B-21 Raider stealth bomber at Edwards AFB, allowing the test programme to advance beyond initial flight performance to critical mission systems evaluation.
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NewsCF34 turbofan shortages emerge as factor affecting Embraer’s E175 production
Brazilian airframer reports delays in CF34 turbofan deliveries for its best-selling regional jet, adding to ongoing industry-wide engine supply challenges.
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NewsCanada receives first two Grob G120TP trainers under RCAF overhaul
The Royal Canadian Air Force has taken delivery of its first two Grob Aircraft G120TP turboprops, marking the initial phase of a comprehensive C$12 billion trainer fleet modernisation programme.
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In depthWhy Avelo chose Embraer E195-E2s over competing Airbus and Boeing jets
Discount carrier becomes first US airline to commit to Embraer’s second-generation E-Jets, with deliveries starting in 2027 to complement its existing 737 fleet.
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NewsWizz Air to scrap Vienna base but reinforce Albanian operation
Central European budget carrier Wizz Air is closing its Vienna base, claiming that its costs have become too high, but is expanding its base at the Albanian capital Tirana. Wizz Air says the Vienna closure will be “gradual”, with two of its five Airbus A321neos – as well as two ...
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NewsLeonardo Helicopters to fly unmanned Proteus demonstrator within coming weeks
Leonardo Helicopters expects to fly its unmanned Proteus technology demonstrator for the first time in the near future, with work on the aircraft at an advanced stage.
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NewsAir Peace 737 pilots tested positive for alcohol after Port Harcourt overrun
Toxicology tests indicated recent alcohol consumption for both pilots of an Air Peace Boeing 737-500 which landed long and overran at Port Harcourt, according to Nigerian investigators. The Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau states that the first officer made “at least one” go-around call before the captain, who was flying, proceeded ...
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NewsFinland sets sights on $1 billion AMRAAM weapons order
Finland could acquire 405 AIM-120D-3 Advanced Medium-Range Air-to-Air Missiles (AMRAAMs) from Raytheon under a Foreign Military Sales deal worth a potential $1 billion.
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NewsSkyeton Prevail Solutions plans Plymouth production line for Raybird UAS as potential Watchkeeper successor
A new Anglo-Ukrainian contender, Skyeton Prevail Solutions, has thrown its hat into the ring for the British Army’s emerging contest for a persistent surveillance platform to replace the outgoing Watchkeeper Mk1 through Project Corvus.
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NewsDiehl to supply A220 bins and eVTOL components from newly-opened Mexican site
German aerospace firm Diehl Aviation has inaugurated a facility in Mexico which will supply components including eVTOL parts and overhead luggage bins for the Airbus A220. Diehl had revealed last year that it would establish a manufacturing site in the country. It says production at the new facility – located ...
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NewsMQ-9A Reaper successfully deploys Switchblade loitering munition
General Atomics and AeroVironment have successfully tested the deployment of Switchblade 600 loitering munitions from an MQ-9A Reaper, extending strike range in contested airspace.
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NewsUSMC to store Ospreys in Australia between annual rotations
The US Marine Corps will begin storing MV-22 Osprey tiltrotors in northern Australia between annual training deployments, marking a significant evolution in the Marine Rotational Force – Darwin initiative.
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NewsDelta A330-900 experienced rapid climb-and-descent cycles during turbulence encounter
US investigators have revealed that a Delta Air Lines Airbus A330-900 underwent multiple rapid climb and descent cycles after it encountered turbulent conditions over Wyoming. Its autopilot disengaged and the first officer of the aircraft – en route to Amsterdam from Salt Lake City on 30 July – initiated an ...
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NewsUSAF B-2 teams with Norwegian F-35As in QUICKSINK anti-shipping test
A Northrop Grumman B-2 stealth bomber has successfully engaged a maritime target in the Norwegian Sea during a long-range mission from the USA, demonstrating advanced sensor-to-shooter capabilities with Norwegian F-35As.
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NewsAir Cambodia commits to 20 Comac C909 narrowbodies
Air Cambodia has placed firm orders for 10 Comac C909 narrowbodies with letters of intent for 10 more, potentially becoming the third international operator of the Chinese-built aircraft.