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The FCC's proposed restrictions on foreign-made drones may unintentionally affect specialized drones used for light shows, raising concerns that the new military-grade aircraft definitions could be overly broad.
Neuberger Specialty Finance has launched New Bridge AeroFinance, a new platform focused on originating and acquiring aerospace sector loans and debt financing instruments.
Air China Cargo has inaugurated a twice-weekly direct cargo flight between Ürümqi and Glasgow Prestwick, expanding the Scottish airport's China network and creating export channels for regional products including salmon, seafood, and whisky.
Lockheed Martin's Skunk Works division is developing Vectis, an autonomous collaborative combat aircraft, with a prototype expected to fly by end of 2027 and five total aircraft planned for development.
Vietjet and Thales have signed cooperation agreements to advance aviation technology collaboration between Vietnam and France, strengthening bilateral ties in the aerospace sector.
New technical details have emerged on Lockheed's Vectis tailless collaborative combat aircraft, including information on its submerged air inlet design and survivability-focused architecture.
Lockheed Martin has committed to building five Vectis stealth drone prototypes through its Skunk Works division, with the first demonstration flight scheduled for 2027.
flydubai has launched dedicated cargo operations at Dubai World Central, adding three Boeing 737-800 freighters through a wet-lease agreement with SolitAir to expand its freight capabilities.
MBDA and Polish research institute WITU have completed field trials for a counter mass interceptor, a supersonic missile designed for air defense operations.
CFM International and Vietjet have signed a letter of intent to evaluate establishing LEAP engine maintenance and overhaul capabilities in Vietnam.
Deutsche Aircraft has completed low-speed and high-speed taxi testing as part of its landing gear certification programme, with initial flight testing now underway on a modified D328 aircraft.
A Boeing-Stearman A75 aircraft was substantially damaged in an accident near Bogue Chitto, Mississippi on September 8, 2026, after a passenger reported oil spray entering the cockpit and detected burning oil odor.
Japan's transport ministry is implementing stricter regulations against private jet pilots following five safety violations, aiming to enhance aviation safety enforcement measures.
Voyager 1, launched in September 1977, remains operational in interstellar space over 47 years later, continuing to transmit data from approximately 164.7 astronomical units from Earth.
Italian air navigation services coordinated approximately 5,000 drone flights for fire surveillance operations, demonstrating large-scale UAS deployment for emergency response.
Latvia's airBaltic has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in the United States to restructure finances while continuing normal flight operations.
Air traffic control disruptions at London Heathrow are affecting belly-hold cargo operations, with delays potentially continuing for several days. Freight forwarders are exploring alternative routes and prioritizing shipments impacted by the disruption.
Global air cargo volumes declined 1% week-on-week while rates held steady at $3.00/kg amid Middle East tensions and Asian holidays; rising oil prices may increase fuel surcharges.
DroneShield expanded its counter-drone platform to integrate AIM Defence's Fractl high-power laser system alongside existing RF sensing, electronic warfare, and command-control capabilities.
CSafe has named Will Romanowicz as Chief Legal Officer. With over a decade of legal and commercial experience, he will lead the company's global legal, compliance, and risk management operations.
GUAMobility, a French consultancy, is conducting a second mission in Oman to support development of Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) strategy and infrastructure in the Sultanate.
Retired General David Petraeus identified the Russian drone that struck a Ukrainian train near the Polish border as a jet-powered variant of the Geran/Shahed attack drone system.
A Russian inspector satellite, designed to maneuver near and observe other nations' spacecraft, reentered Earth's atmosphere on September 12. Experts suggest the recovered object may not be the actual satellite itself.
Tecnam P2012 Traveller twin-engine aircraft delivered to Tropic Air Charters in Florida, marking the operator's transition from Britten-Norman aircraft to modern twin-engine regional transport.
Analysis of lunar soil samples from China's Chang'e-6 mission reveals solar wind particles penetrate deeper into far-side regolith compared to near-side samples, attributed to Earth's magnetosphere shielding the near side and slowing incoming solar wind to approximately 200 km/s.
Malaysia Airlines has maintained profitability for four consecutive years despite facing significant headwinds, with fuel costs surging 90% annually and net margins below 1% providing minimal operational buffer.
TARMAC Aerosave will establish a dedicated dismantling line to recycle over 10 A320neo and 737 MAX aircraft for AerFin beginning in 2026, expanding aircraft recycling operations.
Australia observes 25 years since Ansett Airlines ceased operations in 2002, reflecting on the collapse of one of the country's two major domestic carriers that began with administration in September 2001.
Orbital compute startup Sophia Space and space asset leasing firm SLI have finalized terms for a $300 million satellite financing agreement, supporting expansion of in-orbit computing capabilities.
Australia's competition watchdog extended consultation on Airservices' proposal to increase airline fees by approximately 15% annually over five years, seeking additional feedback on the pricing changes.