AESA authorises CATEC to autonomously manage its drone operations
Spain's aviation authority granted CATEC a UAS Light Operator Certificate enabling autonomous management of its drone operations.
September 11, 2026
Bombardier's Global 8000 cleared to land at London City Airport
Bombardier's Global 8000 business jet received approval to operate at London City Airport, potentially reducing flight times by up to 90 minutes for operators accessing the central London facility.
Transat secures $250-million bailout loan from feds as fuel costs slam bottom line
Air Transat secured a $250 million federal bailout loan as rising fuel costs pressure the airline's financial performance.
Ryanair CEO disputes report that an injured passenger was partly sucked out a shattered window
Ryanair's CEO disputed reports regarding an injured passenger incident involving a window failure on one of the airline's flights.
C-UAS innovation wins US defence department award
A counter-UAS (C-UAS) innovation project has received the Program of the Year Award from the US Department of Defense's APFIT initiative, recognizing advances in drone defense technology.
DHL and Alibaba.com partner to bring AI-powered logistics capabilities to small and medium-sized enterprises worldwide
DHL and Alibaba.com are partnering to integrate AI-powered logistics tools into a shared platform, aiming to streamline international shipping and quotation services for small and medium-sized enterprises.
Singapore Grand Prix 2026 – Business Aviation Guide
Business aviation operators planning for the 2026 Singapore Grand Prix should note airport capacity constraints, with Seletar as primary option and Changi operating under restrictive conditions.
KVE expands advanced composite manufacturing and repair capacity in Netherlands
KVE by Daher is expanding its advanced composite manufacturing and repair capabilities at its Netherlands facility to increase production capacity for aerospace and defence structures.
Sebastián Acuto takes Office as the New VP of Operations and Maintenance at LATAM Airlines Group
LATAM Airlines Group appoints Sebastián Acuto as Vice President of Operations and Maintenance, with responsibility for overseeing operations, maintenance, and fleet management focused on enhancing safety and efficiency.
Virtuix to demonstrate C-UAS training simulator to US defence officials
Virtuix will showcase its AI-powered counter-UAS training simulator to US defence officials, demonstrating the system's capabilities for personnel training.
EGYPTAIR expands Boeing health management deal
EgyptAir Maintenance & Engineering expands partnership with Boeing to implement Airplane Health Management systems across its Boeing 737 MAX fleet.
AvTalk Episode 386: The Miami runway overrun
Aviation accident analysis podcast examines the fatal runway overrun incident in Miami, reviewing available ADS-B and flight data recorder information released by the NTSB.
Galaxia closes $4.5 million CAD Seed round to scale orbital edge computing hardware
Halifax-based Galaxia raised $4.5 million CAD in seed funding to develop and manufacture satellite hardware and orbital computing payloads for edge computing applications in space.
ParaZero to co-develop C-UAS system for armoured vehicles
ParaZero Technologies is partnering with a European defence firm to develop an integrated counter-UAS system for armoured vehicles, combining drone detection and mitigation capabilities for military applications.
MKE and PGZ to cooperate on non-kinetic SHORAD and VSHORAD systems
Poland's defence group PGZ and Turkish defense contractor MKE have signed a cooperation agreement to develop non-kinetic short-range and very short-range air defence systems.
Japan Airlines launches autonomous drone inspection project
Japan Airlines has partnered with drone manufacturer Donecle to deploy fully autonomous drones for aircraft exterior inspections at its facilities, marking the first such approved project in Japan for this application.
Honoring the Flight Crews That Died a Quarter Century Ago Today
Commemorative piece marking the 25th anniversary of 9/11, reflecting on the aviation crews who lost their lives in the attacks and how the date has shaped the aviation industry over the past two decades.
EASA releases agenda for October’s IAM Implementation Forum
EASA has published the agenda for its 2026 Innovative Air Mobility Implementation Forum scheduled for October 27-28, addressing emerging urban air mobility and advanced aviation technologies.
GA-ASI’s Uncrewed Combat Aviation Portfolio Answers Call for High-End Warfare Capability
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems has developed an expanded portfolio of uncrewed combat aircraft designed to meet modern warfare requirements including extended range, endurance, payload capacity, and survivability.
Korean government selects Seoul hybrid service model for UAM regional pilot project
South Korea's transportation ministry has selected Seoul as the pilot location for an urban air mobility (UAM) demonstration project scheduled for 2026, utilizing a hybrid service model.
Saab announces changes to Group Management Team
Saab is restructuring its Group Management Team effective October 2026, with Anders Carp taking leadership of the Dynamics business area while retaining his deputy CEO role.
The Air Canada Anko Inherits
Analysis of Air Canada's strategic position, examining both opportunities and obstacles facing the carrier, with comparison to challenges faced by China's three major airlines in their recent quarterly performance.
GE Aerospace, WZL-2 to explore F404-GE-102 engine support
GE Aerospace and Poland's Military Aviation Works (WZL-2) signed an MOU to develop maintenance and overhaul capabilities for F404-GE-102 engines used in Poland's KAI FA-50 fighter aircraft.
United Airlines Ventures invests in Assaia
United Airlines' venture capital arm has invested in Assaia, an AI and computer-vision technology provider for airport operations, to support development of its Stan platform.
Classic Aero-TV: The New Murphy Radical - Updating A Classic SportPlane Program
Murphy Aircraft's Radical represents an updated design in the classic sportplane category, combining modern improvements with established aircraft program heritage.
NTSB Prelim: Textron Aviation Inc 172S
NTSB preliminary report documents an accident involving a Textron Aviation 172S training aircraft near Provo, Utah that resulted in substantial damage and serious injury to a flight instructor.
Airborne-Innovation 09.09.26: CA Drone Reg, ‘No Roads’ Flight Tour, Dream Chaser
California has advanced drone regulations restricting operations near outdoor events, while NASA selected Blue Origin and Dream Chaser developments continue alongside broader drone and aviation tech initiatives.
Artemis II Astronauts Go Emeritus
Astronauts Victor Glover and Reid Wiseman are transitioning from full-time duties but will remain involved with NASA's lunar exploration program in new emeritus roles, leveraging their Artemis II mission experience.
Karnataka in India to open drone testing hub for BVLOS and other complex operations
India's Karnataka state is establishing a dedicated drone testing facility in Chikkaballapura to support beyond-visual-line-of-sight and advanced unmanned operations development.
GE Aerospace, WZL-2 explore F404 engine MRO in Poland
GE Aerospace and Poland's WZL-2 signed an MoU to develop F404 engine maintenance and depot-level repair capabilities for Polish Air Force aircraft.