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Nayak Aircraft Services has acquired a controlling stake in Portugal's LAS Group, a maintenance, training, and HR services provider for the aviation sector. The founder will remain as CEO while the acquisition strengthens Nayak's MRO capabilities.
India's GSLV-F17 rocket successfully launched EOS-05, the country's first geosynchronous Earth-imaging satellite, which will provide continuous regional observation coverage from its geostationary orbit.
Heven AeroTech has opened a 56,000-square-foot manufacturing facility in Virginia as part of a new US-based production network dedicated to hydrogen-powered unmanned aerial systems.
Doncaster Sheffield Airport is conducting independent EcoVadis sustainability assessments covering environmental impact, labour practices, ethics, and supply chain management across its operations.
Sky X has opened a new Louisiana fixed-base operator facility specifically designed to support the Bombardier Global 8000, the largest purpose-built business jet currently in production.
The FAA has updated homebuilt aircraft certification guidance offering more flexibility during initial flight testing, while coverage includes drone regulations, Starlink business aviation pricing, and various aerospace industry developments.
NTSB investigation into a Fantasy Air Allegro accident revealed the pilot had a history of omitting preflight inspections and frequently landed on roads in rural areas to access hiking locations.
SpaceX completed a full-duration static fire test of the Super Heavy booster at Starbase, marking another milestone as the company prepares Starship for its 14th orbital flight test.
SPX Communication Technologies demonstrated its BlackTalon counter-unmanned aerial systems at NATO's Baltic TRUST 26 air defence exercise in Latvia, showcasing capabilities for layered air defence operations.
Aviation software company Veryon has acquired Polaris Aero, a safety management software provider serving aircraft operators and MRO providers globally since 2007.
Archer Aviation is conducting city-to-city testing flights of its Midnight electric vertical takeoff aircraft across the U.S., starting in Northern California and expanding to other regions as preparation for operations during the LA28 Games.
Windward Islands Airways International achieved IATA Operational Safety Audit and Standard Safety Assessment registrations, strengthening its regional airline safety credentials.
ANA Holdings has ordered eight additional Embraer E190-E2 aircraft, bringing its total firm orders for the type to 23 units. The agreement expands the Japanese carrier's regional fleet modernization program announced earlier in 2026.
DHL Global Forwarding will open a dedicated healthcare logistics facility at Singapore's Changi Airport, expanding its specialized pharmaceutical and medical cargo handling capabilities in the region.
Cathay Cargo transported over 50 horses to Hong Kong International Airport for the Asian premiere of the equestrian production CAVALLUNA, demonstrating specialized live animal air cargo capabilities.
Global air cargo demand grew 6% year-on-year in August according to Xeneta data, signaling sustained market strength despite elevated freight rates remaining stable.
GE Aerospace delivered three F404-IN20 engines to Hindustan Aeronautics to support production of India's indigenous Tejas Mk1A light combat aircraft programme.
Airbus has completed initial paint application on the A350F freighter, implementing modifications to its paint shop infrastructure and handling systems to accommodate the aircraft's unique dimensions between the A350-900 and A350-1000 variants.
Rolls-Royce & Partners Finance is establishing a new aircraft engine leasing company in China's Tianjin region with an investment commitment exceeding RMB2.3 billion, expanding engine support capabilities in Asia.
A report from ASD Eurospace based on interviews with 15 space industry CEOs reveals significant dissatisfaction among European space sector leaders regarding the current industry structure and governance.
A declassified 1959 U.S. Army study proposed establishing a twelve-person lunar outpost by 1966 using Saturn rockets launched from Brazil, though it deemed domestic missile ranges unsuitable for the mission.
Airbus has selected Indamer Technics to operate South Asia's first radome repair facility in Nagpur, India, enhancing regional MRO capabilities and reducing turnaround times for aircraft operators in the area.
Newcastle Airport in Australia achieved record annual traffic of 1.3 million passengers in FY26, a 10% increase, following its expanded terminal opening and an Airport of the Year award.
Boeing forecasts that Africa's commercial aircraft fleet will more than double by 2045 as air travel demand grows across the continent, indicating significant expansion opportunities for aviation in the region.
An ATSB investigation found that a Rex Saab aircraft experienced left engine failure during takeoff roll in October 2025; the crew aborted the departure before reaching decision speed.
StandardAero has opened a 70,000 sq. ft. facility expansion in Winnipeg, increasing site capacity by 40% to enhance maintenance and overhaul services for GE Aerospace CF34 and CFM56 engines.
FDH Aero's electronics division has acquired Peerless Electronics, a franchised distributor of electromechanical components, strengthening its aerospace and defense supply chain capabilities.
Gold Coast Airport achieved accessibility accreditation from ACI, joining Perth as one of only two Australian airports with this certification recognizing improvements for disabled passengers.
The Air Force retired its final EC-130H Compass Call electronic warfare aircraft, marking the end of the platform's service life as the military transitions to the newer EA-37B replacement.
FAA and EASA officials highlight the need for collaborative approaches to enable beyond-visual-line-of-sight drone operations, despite their differing regulatory frameworks, as both tackle shared challenges in risk management and low-altitude airspace congestion.