Boeing unveils advanced MQ-28 capabilities, extended combat reach
Boeing revealed enhanced MQ-28 Ghost Bat capabilities including a 25% larger wing that extends mission range and increases payload capacity.
June 10, 2026
Bombardier's Singapore expansion closes Asia-Pacific's OEM MRO gap
Bombardier's $78 million Asia-Pacific MRO expansion in Singapore addresses a critical regional maintenance gap for Challenger and Global aircraft operators.
Dead Reckoning Isn’t Dead: Inertial Navigation in the Age of GPS Denial
Inertial navigation systems remain operationally relevant in modern aviation as GPS denial threats increase, maintaining backup navigation capabilities.
Avianca Cargo announces new route to Viru Viru
Avianca Cargo launched a new weekly freighter service to Bolivia via Miami, Bogotá, and Santiago, with 60-tonne capacity per flight, strengthening regional air cargo connectivity.
Qatar Airways Cargo and QAS Cargo achieve IATA CEIV fresh recertification
Qatar Airways Cargo and Qatar Aviation Services achieved IATA CEIV Fresh recertification through June 2029, confirming compliance with international standards for perishable cargo handling.
FL Technics appoints Alameri as CEO of Middle East subsidiary
MRO provider FL Technics appointed Arif Alameri as CEO of its Middle East subsidiary to oversee regional line maintenance operations.
June 9, 2026
New UgCS 6.0 flight planning software solves a major headache for drone surveyors
SPH Engineering released UgCS 6.0 flight planning software addressing a key challenge for drone survey teams—automatically dividing large survey areas into manageable flight sections while maintaining data alignment and quality.
Iranian Drone Took Out U.S. Apache Downed in the Strait of Hormuz
An Iranian Shahed drone was responsible for downing a U.S. AH-64 Apache during operations in the Strait of Hormuz; both crew members were rescued by a Navy drone boat before U.S. retaliatory strikes began.
French bee is carving out its niche in long-haul leisure travel
French bee, a Paris-Orly based low-cost carrier, has established itself in the long-haul leisure market since 2016 using wide-body aircraft to offer discounted fares on long-distance routes from its hub.
This Is The Corsair Drone Boat That Plucked The Downed Apache Crew Out Of The Gulf Of Oman
The U.S. Navy's Corsair uncrewed surface vessel successfully recovered an Apache helicopter crew from the Gulf of Oman, marking the first known aircrw rescue by autonomous boat.
Inside Ukraine’s AI-Enabled Drone Campaign Targeting Russian Logistics Deep Behind The Lines
Ukraine's drone operations employ AI-enabled systems for strikes deep into Russian territory, targeting logistics infrastructure with unprecedented reach and precision.
Ravenstorm At The Center Of Airbus’s New Combat Drone Portfolio
Airbus is positioning its Ravenstorm uncrewed collaborative combat aircraft as a centerpiece of its drone portfolio amid challenges to Europe's next-generation fighter programs.
Hop-A-Jet Worldwide Adds Citation X to Managed Fleet
Hop-A-Jet Worldwide expanded its charter fleet management services by adding a Cessna Citation X, diversifying beyond its traditional Bombardier aircraft portfolio.
NASA names four-man crew to Artemis 3 mission
NASA announced a four-person crew for Artemis 3, a mission to test rendezvous procedures in Earth orbit with moon landers developed by SpaceX and Blue Origin before future lunar missions.
FCC Gives Amazon Leo More Time to Launch
The FCC has extended Amazon's deadline to deploy at least half of its Leo satellite constellation while imposing conditions to accelerate the launch schedule.
Artemis III Astronauts Will Meet SpaceX, Blue Origin Landers in Earth Orbit
NASA confirmed that SpaceX and Blue Origin will each provide lunar landers for the 2027 Artemis III mission, conducting orbital rendezvous as a precursor to lunar operations.
Artemis III Crew Named: Veteran Astronauts to test Lunar Landers in LEO
NASA names four veteran astronauts for the Artemis III mission to test lunar landers in low Earth orbit before Moon landings.
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Unblock the door: FAA proposes AD after PC-12/47E emergency exit found inaccessible from inside
The FAA proposed an airworthiness directive for Pilatus PC-12/47E emergency exits that cannot be opened from inside the cabin, mirroring an EASA safety directive.
After FCAS demise, Germany’s options include ordering more F-35 warplanes
After the FCAS program's failure, Germany is considering additional F-35 purchases as a near-term fighter jet solution, with German officials expressing regret about the original program structure.
Boeing On Track To Meet 2026 Deliveries
Boeing is tracking toward meeting its full-year 2026 aircraft delivery targets five months into the year, maintaining production momentum.
easyJet Confirms Offer Period Following Potential Takeover Interest from Castlelake
easyJet has entered a formal offer period after US-based investment firm Castlelake expressed interest in a potential takeover bid for the airline.
A double 100 for American Airlines
American Airlines marked the delivery of its 100th Boeing 737 MAX in 2026, coinciding with the airline's 100th anniversary celebration.
Wizz Air to roll out Starlink in 2027
Wizz Air will deploy Starlink satellite connectivity across its Airbus A320 fleet beginning in 2027, enhancing in-flight connectivity for passengers on the European low-cost carrier.
AH-64 Apache Crew Rescued By Drone Boat After Going Down Near Strait Of Hormuz (Updated)
An Apache crew was rescued by an uncrewed surface vessel near the Strait of Hormuz in what appears to be the first operational recovery of downed aircrew by autonomous boat.
Air China exhibits B787 Premium Economy cabin
China Airlines is introducing a new Premium Economy cabin class on its incoming Boeing 787 aircraft, expanding service options between standard and business-class offerings.
Otto Aerospace clears first FAA certification hurdle for the Phantom 3500
Otto Aerospace's Phantom 3500 business jet achieved a major FAA certification milestone and is advancing toward production service entry.
Putin offers Su-57 to India as New Delhi faces stealth fighter gap
Russia is offering India comprehensive co-production and customization opportunities for the Su-57 stealth fighter to address New Delhi's capabilities gap in advanced combat aircraft.
Cambodia Airways Joins the ATR Family
Cambodia Airways took delivery of its first ATR 72-600 aircraft on 5 June 2026, marking the aircraft type's entry into Cambodia's regional fleet.
Booster 20 into Cryogenic Testing ahead of Starship Flight 13
SpaceX's Starship Booster 20 enters cryogenic testing phase in preparation for Flight 13.
ECS Group invests in scalability to meet Asia’s air cargo demand
ECS Group is scaling operations across 32 Asian offices serving over 50 airline partners, expanding its ground services and specialized cargo capabilities across the region.