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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.
Isaacman argues that commercial solutions cannot address all of NASA's needs, asserting that NASA's independence and broader mission extend beyond purely commercial objectives.
American Airlines has introduced upgraded Boeing 777-300ER aircraft featuring new premium Flagship Suite seating and enhanced cabin amenities across all passenger classes.
Airbus encountered quality defects in A330neo tail sections, necessitating additional inspection procedures that delayed aircraft deliveries during the summer months.
The U.S. Air Force is accelerating plans to replace its MQ-9 Reaper drone following operational losses, with leadership warning that maintaining current design approaches would result in similarly high costs for the successor system.
Indian regional airline FLY91 orders 40 ATR 72-600 turboprop aircraft in a $1 billion contract, representing the largest turboprop purchase agreement in approximately a decade.
XTEND, a drone technology company, completed a $1.5 billion NYSE listing. The CEO indicated that a Pentagon evaluation for their Gauntlet II system remains under review.
FCC received nearly 3,800 public comments on a proposed military-grade drone ban, with 98.6% opposing the regulation as currently written and only 16 supporting it.
Gen. Douglas Schiess has assumed command of the U.S. Space Force as its third chief of space operations, replacing Gen. Chance Saltzman as the service plans for organizational expansion.
Article examining how ETOPS (Extended Twin-Engine Operations) regulations transformed long-haul commercial aviation by enabling twin-engine aircraft to operate extended flights over remote areas.
Air Canada is establishing seven new international routes to five destinations in summer 2027, including transatlantic service from Toronto to Oslo and Shannon using A321XLR aircraft.
Southwest Airlines plans to open its first airport lounges across four major U.S. cities by late 2027, marking a significant strategic departure for the traditionally no-frills carrier.
General aviation aircraft shipments rose in the first half of 2026, with business jets and turboprops driving growth despite lower piston-aircraft deliveries, according to GAMA data.
Bombardier is acquiring Mitsubishi's aerostructure manufacturing assets in Canada, adding approximately 750 employees and expanding its production capabilities.
Copenhagen Airport achieved its busiest summer on record with 9.9 million passengers across June-August, representing 3% growth year-over-year. Spain emerged as the top summer destination with 789,000 passengers.
Gen. Douglas Schiess took over as Chief of Space Operations, leading the U.S. Space Force and succeeding Gen. B. Chance Saltzman.
Brussels Airlines has agreed to allow pilots and cabin crew to decline Tel Aviv operations using the airline's 'unfit to fly' procedure without penalty, following union negotiations.
DJI challenged the FCC's military-grade drone classification categories in a regulatory filing, arguing the definitions were created internally by the FCC rather than endorsed by U.S. security agencies.
airBaltic secured up to €257 million in interim financing from bondholders and third-party providers to support its restructuring program.
The GAO has called for an FAA review of testing barriers affecting high school aircraft maintenance students, who face additional prerequisites before taking the FAA's general knowledge exam.
Berlin Brandenburg Airport evacuated Terminal 1 after authorities were alerted to a potentially hazardous substance. A hazmat response was initiated and the public area cleared as investigators worked to identify the material.
Swedavia's ten Swedish airports handled over 3.3 million passengers in August 2026, marking a 3% year-on-year increase driven primarily by international travel returning to pre-pandemic levels.
U.S. Air Force B-52 Stratofortress bombers deployed to a northern Australian air base as part of a bomber task force, demonstrating U.S. military capability to project force across the Pacific region.
A survey of collegiate pilots shows they remain neutral regarding autonomous unmanned aircraft operating nearby, with autonomy levels not significantly affecting their comfort flying in shared airspace.
Ukrainian autonomous naval drones conducted their first attack on Russian-held Black Sea port infrastructure at Sochi, expanding the operational reach of Kyiv's drone boat campaign.
Airbus reported quality defects on the A330-900's horizontal tailplane, resulting in zero aircraft deliveries during the reported period.
United Airlines unveiled a new mountain-themed livery design applied to an Embraer E175 regional jet.