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NASA's Roman Space Telescope incorporates repurposed components from decommissioned reconnaissance satellites, leveraging existing space hardware for the next-generation astronomical observatory.
Soyuz MS-28 undocked from the ISS while cosmonauts conducted three spacewalks to upgrade the station's solar arrays and antenna systems.
Poland and Spain are jointly procuring at least seven Airbus A330 MRTT tanker transport aircraft through an EU-backed programme valued at €5.4 billion, with Poland expecting to receive four aircraft by 2030.
The 13th Fighter Squadron from Misawa Air Base in Japan deployed F-35A fighters to Red Flag-Alaska, marking the first deployment of these aircraft to the Pacific Air Forces' premier air combat training exercise.
Whisper Aero successfully conducted initial flights of an experimental electric glider powered by two eQ250 electric ducted fans, demonstrating progress in quiet electric aviation propulsion technology.
Finnair is suspending all Helsinki-Dubai flights for the entire 2026-27 winter season due to ongoing Middle East regional security concerns.
A new manufacturing facility in Maryland will produce digital voice switches for the FAA's air traffic control modernization program, supporting the agency's nationwide infrastructure upgrade.
Porter Airlines is expanding its U.S. network with a new airport destination and additional routes launching in the final months of the year.
Britten-Norman has resumed UK manufacturing of its Islander aircraft, with the first domestically-built example now undergoing ground testing before its maiden flight at Bembridge.
Calgary International Airport has reached a two-year milestone in restoring Concourse B after severe hail damage, with work progressing toward reopening the domestic terminal.
Analysis of US airline performance data using the Department of Transportation's T-2 dataset, providing insights into commercial aviation operations and metrics.
Boeing secures a $131 billion contract spanning over a decade for F-15 fighter jet production and support for US and international customers.
Wisk Aero is constructing a dedicated vertiport facility at California's Hollister Municipal Airport to test and develop autonomous air taxi technology.
Wisk is constructing a vertiport test facility in California to help establish design standards for eVTOL operations, addressing a gap in FAA guidance that hasn't been updated since 2010.
First Breach has successfully completed the first flight of its proprietary drone prototype and is advancing toward large-scale production through a manufacturing partnership known as the Hellbender Agreement.
Gremsy USA is introducing NDAA-compliant and Blue UAS-cleared drone payloads for the U.S. market, with pre-orders now available for its VIO F1 and ORUS L NDAA systems.
A French court has ruled that breast cancer in a former Air France flight attendant constitutes an occupational disease, marking a significant legal precedent for aviation workers in France regarding occupational health hazards.
Photo submission from a general aviation pilot at a seaplane base in Minnesota, documenting weather conditions and operations at a regional airfield.
Airhart Avionics is developing innovative avionics solutions for experimental aircraft, featuring simplified wiring and novel indicator designs to improve cockpit usability.
US Air Force awards $766 million combined to RTX/Raytheon and Boeing for B-52 radar modernization contracts.
Wyoming Civil Air Patrol squadron deactivated and its Cessna 206 reassigned following leadership dispute with local volunteers.
Delta Air Lines to resume service to Israel after suspension since February.
US Army Secretary acknowledges gap in drone software capabilities compared to Ukraine's Delta system, which significantly reduces targeting timelines.
Ottawa International Airport has successfully implemented a new CAT II Instrument Landing System Special Authorization procedure, allowing airlines to conduct approaches during low-visibility conditions.
Japan's defense procurement agency has selected Terra Drone's Terra B1 UAV for counter-UAS operations with the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force under an expedited procurement program.
Porter Airlines is expanding operations to London, Ontario, starting November 2026 with Caribbean routes and planning a broader domestic network launch in summer 2027.
The FAA is exploring advanced voice switch technology to improve air traffic control staffing flexibility, potentially allowing controllers to work remotely without requiring physical relocation to different facilities.
Flight attendants at Canadian North have initiated formal labour dispute proceedings, citing insufficient wage increases and limited negotiation progress with the regional airline.
ANRA Technologies successfully completed initial acceptance testing for an unmanned traffic management system being developed for Dubai's airspace, a key milestone in deploying the operational UTM infrastructure.
Defence startup Mara secured $7 million in funding to advance development of its Spike counter-UAS platform, designed to detect and neutralize unauthorized drone threats.