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NewsSOF Week plans aviation demonstration space for 2026 conference
This year’s edition of the annual special operations conference in Tamp, Florida will for the first time feature a dedicated space for demonstrating new aviation technologies, including uncrewed aircraft, counter-UAS systems and airborne mission equipment.
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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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NewsShield AI begins windtunnel testing X-Bat autonomous fighter
American autonomy specialist Shield AI has begun windtunnel testing on its X-Bat uncrewed tactical aircraft, three months after unveiling the tail-sitting jet platform that will operate using the company’s Hivemind artificial intelligence software.
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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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NewsSouthwest completes 737-700 cabin modifications for assigned seating launch
Southwest Airlines has completed cabin modifications across its Boeing 737-700 fleet, removing one row of seats from each aircraft ahead of launching assigned seating and extra-legroom options on 27 January.
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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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NewsUS Army accelerates Bell MV-75 tiltrotor fielding with first planned delivery by end-2026
The US Army has dramatically accelerated its timeline for fielding Bell’s MV-75 tiltrotor, with troops potentially to be flying the new aircraft by the end of 2026 – six years ahead of the original 2032 schedule.
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NewsLockheed adds two international C-130J operators to start 2026
Mexico has become the first Latin American nation to order the C-130J Super Hercules, along with a second undisclosed customer.
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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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NewsNORAD deploys aircraft to Greenland amid international standoff
The North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) is deploying US and Canadian military aircraft to Greenland’s Pituffik Space Base, as international tensions escalate over President Trump’s suggestions that Washington seeks control of the Danish territory.
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NewsUnited set to take 20 Boeing 787 deliveries in 2026
United Airlines is set to receive 20 Boeing 787 aircraft in 2026, marking the largest annual widebody delivery to a US passenger carrier in nearly four decades as the carrier continues its aggressive international expansion.
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NewsBreeze leadership accused of anti-union tactics in ALPA lawsuit
The union representing Breeze Airways pilots is suing the airline for “bad faith, anti-union conduct” amid stalled contract negotiations, pointing specifically at the airline’s chief executive David Neeleman.
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NewsDenmark touts ability of new Arctic special forces to operate anywhere in Greenland
Denmark is emphasising the capabilities of a newly formed Arctic special forces unit that can operate throughout Greenland’s demanding terrain, as Copenhagen faces increasing pressure over control of the strategic territory from US President Donald Trump.
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NewsDenmark deploys F-35A stealth fighters over Greenland supported by French tanker
US President Donald Trump has disparaged the Danish military presence in Greenland as consisting of nothing more than two dogsled teams.
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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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NewsUnited A321neo suffers nosewheel separation after hard crosswind landing
A United Airlines Airbus A321neo lost a nosewheel tyre after a hard landing in strong crosswinds at Orlando International airport on 18 January, temporarily closing the runway. All 206 occupants were uninjured.
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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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NewsGA-ASI advances Avenger autonomy tests with simulated air-to-air engagement
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems’ (GA-ASI’s) MQ-20 Avenger remotely piloted air system has conducted a successful ‘mission autonomy flight’ culminating with a simulated air-to-air engagement.
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NewsGrid Aero’s Lifter Lite uncrewed cargo aircraft makes runway appearance alongside C-130
California-based start-up Grid Aero has begun ground testing its Lifter Lite uncrewed cargo aircraft, less than a year after publicly unveiling the twin-engined turboprop design intended as a companion to the Lockheed Martin C-130 transport.