All North America articles – Page 11
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NewsSpirit Airlines explores merger options during second bankruptcy restructuring
Spirit Airlines believes merging with another company may provide its best path to long-term viability as the ultra-low-cost carrier operates under its second bankruptcy restructuring in one year.
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NewsJudge approves Spirit Airlines to reject leases on 67 Airbus jets
Spirit Airlines moves closer to significantly reducing its fleet size after a US federal judge approved the carrier’s request to reject leases on 67 Airbus narrowbody aircraft as part of its bankruptcy restructuring efforts.
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NewsNorthrop Grumman expects next B-21 production contract by year-end
Northrop Grumman expects to receive its next production contract for the B-21 Raider stealth bomber before year-end, as the company continues flight testing with two aircraft while discussing potential production acceleration with the US Air Force.
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NewsEmbraer’s commercial jet backlog jumps 31% in one year to 490 aircraft
Brazilian manufacturer’s unfilled orders climb 31% year-on-year to 490 E-Jets following breakthrough deals with Avelo Airlines and LATAM Airlines Group in September.
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NewsFraud charges laid against founder of airline and sports investor 777 Partners
Florida-based investment firm 777 Partners’ co-founder, Joshua Wander, has been charged with wire fraud and securities fraud offences by US authorities. The indictment alleges that Wander and others participated in a scheme to defraud private lenders and investors of 777 Partners out of more than $500 million. Former chief financial ...
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In depthShield AI reveals X-BAT vertical take-off and landing autonomous fighter
Autonomy start-up Shield AI has expanded into jet-powered aircraft with the X-BAT, a vertical take-off and landing fighter platform offering 2,000nm range and 50,000ft operating altitude without pilot input.
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NewsRoanoke ERJ-145 overrun captain proceeded to land despite go-around calls
Preliminary investigations into the recent CommuteAir Embraer ERJ-145XR overrun at Roanoke have found the jet was high on the approach, but its captain proceeded to land despite two go-around calls from the first officer. The aircraft was operating a United Express flight from Dulles to Roanoke-Blacksburg airport on 24 September, ...
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NewsUS Army inks deal with Boeing for nine CH-47F Block II Chinooks
The US Army has awarded Boeing a $461 million contract for nine CH-47F Block II Chinook helicopters, following through on commitments made in September to rapidly field the upgraded heavy-lift rotorcraft.
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NewsPentagon conducts Caribbean ‘bomber attack demonstration’ with F-35Bs and B-52H
The Pentagon has deployed stealth fighters and heavy bombers in what it terms a ‘bomber attack demonstration’ as part of an ongoing military build-up in Latin America targeting the Venezuelan government.
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NewsPratt & Whitney aims for 8-10% GTF production increase in 2025
Engine manufacturer must accelerate output in final quarter to achieve production target of up to 1,096 geared turbofans as it balances recall demands with Airbus delivery requirements.
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NewsAirbus Helicopters open to H225 Super Puma’s return for oil and gas operations
Airbus Helicopters is seeing renewed interest in its H225 Super Puma for offshore operations, almost a decade after a fatal accident in Norway which led to many operators removing the type from use.
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NewsGE increases full-year forecast for CFM Leap engines
GE Aerospace has raised its 2025 financial guidance and delivery expectations, driven by improved supply chain health and robust aftermarket services demand.
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NewsUS aviation business investor Air T seeks to acquire Australian regional carrier Rex
Investors within a US-based group spanning a number of aviation businesses have indicated plans to acquire Australian operator Regional Express Holdings, which entered administration last year. The investors are part of a US firm known as Air T, which has more than 15 independently-operating businesses across the commercial aircraft, engines, ...
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NewsUS senators advance bill to require ADS-B In by 2032
US senators plan to advance legislation requiring most aircraft to have ADS-B In systems by 2032, following January’s deadly midair collision near Washington DC.
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NewsGeneral Atomics will compete Gambit variant in US Navy uncrewed fighter programme
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems has confirmed its selection for the US Navy’s Collaborative Combat Aircraft programme, revealing plans for a carrier-capable autonomous fighter based on its Gambit design family.
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NewsBoeing’s recovery gains momentum as FAA approves 737 Max production increase
The Federal Aviation Administration has approved Boeing’s request to increase monthly 737 Max production, up from the current cap of 38, marking another milestone in the programme’s recovery following quality control issues.
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NewsHeart Aerospace discloses new delay to HX-1’s maiden flight
Heart Aerospace has again delayed the first flight of its HX-1 all-electric demonstrator, with the milestone now having slipped into early 2026.
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NewsUS Coast Guard expands V-BAT operations in Pacific following recent initial deployment
The US Coast Guard has operationally deployed a Shield AI V-BAT uncrewed aerial vehicle, marking a significant evolution of the service’s aviation capabilities as it enhances maritime drug interdiction operations in the Pacific.
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NewsNetherlands joins US collaborative combat aircraft programme for uncrewed fighters
Amsterdam has committed to participate in the US Air Force’s Collaborative Combat Aircraft programme, which is developing low-cost autonomous tactical jets to operate alongside crewed fighters like F-35s.
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NewsTextron to eliminate eAviation unit, realign electric aircraft programmes
Textron will eliminate its eAviation business unit next year, redistributing the division’s electric aircraft programmes including Pipistrel across other segments in a strategic realignment.