Cargo, Industry, News 26 June 2026FedEx returns four MD-11 freighters to serviceFedEx returns four MD-11F freighters to service after FAA-approved fixes, becoming the last major MD-11 operator as UPS retires the type.
Air transport, Industry, News 26 June 2026AerCap Delivers First Airbus A321neo to Azerbaijan AirlinesAerCap delivers the first Airbus A321neo to Azerbaijan Airlines, marking a key milestone in the fleet renewal program.
Defence, Industry, News 26 June 2026Safran to Acquire Exail TechnologiesSafran moves to acquire Exail Technologies (€2.19bn), expanding into autonomous naval systems and advanced navigation in a structurally complex deal involving ICG.
Air transport, Industry, News 26 June 2026China Eastern orders 25 A330neo, key Airbus win in ChinaChina Eastern orders 25 A330-900s to renew its long-haul fleet and expand its international network, a strategic win for Airbus.
Defence, Industry, News 25 June 2026Airbus and Safran to become sole owners of Aubert & DuvalAirbus and Safran to buy Tikehau’s stake in Aubert & Duval, securing strategic metals supply for aerospace, defense and space.
Air transport, Industry, News 25 June 2026AerCap Delivers First GE-powered Boeing 787-9 to Thai AirwaysAerCap delivers THAI its first new GE-powered Boeing 787-9, supporting fleet renewal and boosting efficiency and sustainability.
Certification, Industry, News 25 June 2026Neptune Aviation shifts to Airbus A319 airtankers (2025–2026)Neptune Aviation is converting Airbus A319s into next-gen airtankers, boosting capacity by 50% with service targeted for 2027.
Cargo, Industry, News 24 June 2026Airbus BelugaST joins Toulouse Aeroscopia museumAirbus’ BelugaST moves to the Aeroscopia museum in Toulouse after three decades of service, becoming a flagship exhibit alongside Concorde.
Industry, News, Satellites 24 June 2026Iridium and Mlink begin live testing for NTN Direct IoTMlink begins live OTA testing of the MS150-IR chipset on Iridium b4s NTN Direct, a key step toward satellite IoT connectivity by late 2026.
Industry, MRO, News 23 June 2026Vallair Industry Obtains A330neo Maintenance CertificationVallair Industry gains A330neo base maintenance approval in Châteauroux, expanding MRO services and boosting French industrial expertise.
Air transport, Industry, News 23 June 2026AirAsia’s Fleet TransformationAirAsia cancels the A330neo and pivots to a narrowbody strategy (A220, A321neo/LR/XLR) to optimize its network in 2025–2026.
Defence, Industry, News 18 June 2026Future of Jet Engines manufacturingBeehive Industries expands its jet engine production capabilities with a $50M investment in EOS technology.
Air transport, Industry, News 16 June 2026SITA: Frank Jaffé to lead SITA Global ServicesSITA appoints Frank Jaffé as Senior Vice President of SITA Global Services to boost 24/7 service quality and reliability across air transport
Defence, Industry, News 16 June 2026MBDA and Safran finalise THUNDART long-range land strikeMBDA and Safran enter the final phase for THUNDART, a French long‑range artillery system with 150 km precision strike, ready by 2030.
Industry, Logistics, News 16 June 2026Airbus opens second A320 final assembly line in ToulouseAirbus opens a modernised second A320 final assembly line in Toulouse to support the ramp‑up, targeting 10 FAL worldwide by 2026.