Judge rejects Gol’s bankruptcy plan, months after airline emerged from Chapter 11
A US federal judge has overturned Brazilian carrier Gol’s previously approved bankruptcy restructuring plan, six months after the airline emerged from Chapter 11 protection, citing problematic creditor release provisions.
Brazilian air force picks Ace Aeronautics to expand and modernise UH-60L Black Hawk fleet
The Brazilian air force is to significantly expand its inventory of Sikorsky UH-60L Black Hawk utility helicopters, via a late-November deal signed with US company Ace Aeronautics.
Avianca still working through software ‘downgrades’ on two dozen A320-family jets
Colombian carrier Avianca must perform software “downgrades” on roughly two dozen remaining Airbus A320-family aircraft as it works to fully resolve a vulnerability issue by 3 December.
Brazil test fires Meteor beyond-visual-range missiles from Gripen E
Brazil has achieved a significant milestone in its Gripen E programme by test firing MBDA’s Meteor beyond-visual-range air-to-air missile from an F-39E fighter, marking a crucial step in expanding the capabilities of the country’s growing fleet.
Argentina’s Flybondi plans expansion with A220s and 737 Max 10s
Argentinean low-cost operator Flybondi is to acquire up to 35 single-aisle aircraft, a mix of Airbus A220s and Boeing 737 Max jets.
FTC approves Boeing’s Spirit AeroSystems acquisition with Airbus divestitures
The US Federal Trade Commission has approved Boeing’s $4.7bn acquisition of Spirit AeroSystems, requiring divestitures of Airbus-related operations that were already planned as part of the deal.
Spirit to cut fleet in half under bankruptcy reorganisation plan
Spirit Airlines has committed to retaining up to 28 A320neos and A321neos, along with up to 78 older A320-family jets, upon emerging from Chapter 11 bankruptcy proceedings.
US Air Force takes delivery of 100th KC-46A tanker
The milestone delivery comes as the Air Mobility Command is increasingly relying on KC-46As to support frontline military operations across the globe.
Thunderbirds F-16 crashes during California training flight
A Lockheed Martin F-16 from the US Air Force Thunderbirds demonstration team has crashed during a training flight in California, with the pilot ejecting safely and remaining in stable condition.
Royal Air Maroc to open new US destination ahead of World Cup tournament
Oneworld alliance member Royal Air Maroc is opening a new transatlantic service to Los Angeles next year.
Israir in talks to acquire A330s and seeks block-seat deal with tour operator
Israeli leisure carrier Israir is holding talks with a view to purchasing two Airbus A330s for long-haul operations.
US clears support sales for Bahrain F-16s and Saudi helicopters
The US Defense Security Cooperation Agency has cleared potential foreign military sales worth $1.45 billion, including $1 billion for Saudi Arabian helicopter spares and training services, plus $445 million for Bahrain F-16 fighter sustainment.
Boeing lands $4.6bn Apache attack helicopter order for Poland, Kuwait and Egypt
Boeing has secured a $4.6 billion international order for AH-64E Apache attack helicopters that includes 96 aircraft for Poland and an unspecified number for Kuwait and Egypt.
Baykar Kizilelma conducts simulated F-16 shoot-down in Turkish trials
Baykar’s Kizilelma unmanned combat aircraft has successfully conducted a simulated shoot-down of a Turkish air force F-16 fighter using a beyond-visual-range air-to-air missile during trials east of Istanbul.
Airbus, Mubadala sign industrial pact bolstering A400M pitch to the UAE
Airbus has bolstered its bid to sell A400M tactical transports to the United Arab Emirates by entering into an industrial pact with Abu Dhabi-based Mubadala.
Jekta to begin flight testing scale model of hydrogen-electric amphibian
Swiss start-up Jekta plans to begin flight testing a 1:9-scale model of its hydrogen-electric amphibious passenger aircraft next month as it works towards bringing the PHA-ZE 100 to market by 2030.
MBDA Meteor missile integration nears flight-test phase with stealthy F-35A
MBDA’s Meteor beyond-visual-range air-to-air missile has moved a step closer to commencing flight trials with the Lockheed Martin F-35A, following a recent integration test activity.
Avincis and DHC partner on CL-series waterbomber support
Aerial services provider Avincis is to collaborate with De Havilland Canada on a series of initiatives to support the airframer’s CL-series family of out-of-production amphibian waterbombers.
Austria to field 12-strong M-346FA fleet from 2028 under $1.75 billion deal
Austria has finalised a roughly €1.5 billion ($1.75 billion) deal that will lead to its air force fielding a dozen Leonardo M-346FA trainer and light combat aircraft from later this decade.
Hi Fly claims Antarctic first with A330 follow-up to A340 landing
Portuguese wet-lease specialist Hi Fly has flown an Airbus A330-300 to Antarctica, claiming a first for the twinjet type.
Inquiry traces ANZ A320neo shutdown and similar incidents to fire-button pin flaw
New Zealand investigators probing an in-flight engine shutdown involving an Airbus A320neo believe the event is linked to overhead fire-control panel damage which could result in uncommanded activation of an engine-fire switch.
Deep-sea hunt for wreckage of MH370 to restart at year-end: ministry
Malaysia’s government has disclosed that the search for a missing Malaysia Airlines Boeing 777-200ER will resume at the end of this year.
North Korea displays dubious weapons at air force anniversary
North Korea has celebrated its air force’s 80th anniversary with a display featuring weapons that bear striking resemblance to South Korean systems, raising questions about their authenticity and capabilities.
South Korea forms ministerial body to guide fighter engine development
South Korean government ministries have established a consultative body to coordinate the country’s development of an advanced indigenous fighter engine, aimed at powering future variants of the KF-21 aircraft.
India signs Rs80 billion support deal for MH-60R helicopters
New Delhi has finalised a five-year, Rs80 billion sustainment package for its Sikorsky MH-60R naval warfare helicopters through the US Foreign Military Sales programme.
L3Harris launches production of Viper Shield EW suite for F-16 customers
L3Harris has launched low-rate initial production of its Viper Shield electronic warfare suite for the Lockheed Martin F-16, after the technology cleared a key review conducted by the US Air Force.
Libya’s Buraq Air signs to modernise fleet with A320neos
Libyan carrier Buraq Air has signed a provisional agreement to expand its fleet with 10 Airbus A320neo twinjets.
EgyptAir agrees sale-and-leaseback of three A350s with BOC Aviation
EgyptAir is undertaking a sale and leaseback of three Airbus A350-900s through Singaporean aircraft lessor BOC Aviation.
Flysafair to take first 737 Max jets in 2028
Flysafair will take its first Boeing 737 Max jets through lessor AerCap following an agreement announced at Dubai air show on 18 November.
Morocco picks Airbus H225M as Puma helicopter replacement
Morocco has become the latest customer for the Airbus Helicopters H225M Caracal, signing for 10 of the heavy-twins for combat search and rescue operations.