Air transport, Industry, News 9 October 2026PIA to add two Norse Atlantic Boeing 787-9s after IndiGo exitPIA will boost UK–Pakistan connectivity using two Norse Atlantic Boeing 787-9s under an ACMI deal, with operations from November 2026.
Defence, Industry, News 9 October 2026Northrop Grumman Starts New B-21 Raider Final Assembly LineNorthrop Grumman starts a new B-21 Raider final assembly line in Palmdale, boosting capacity by 25% with major investments across the U.S.
Air transport, Industry, News 9 October 2026American Airlines to equip entire fleet with StarlinkAmerican Airlines will equip over 1,000 mainline aircraft with Starlink from 2027, delivering fast, reliable gate‑to‑gate Wi-Fi onboard.
Industry, Management changes, News 8 October 2026Igor Ivliev named Red Wings CEO to lead fleet and networkRed Wings appoints Igor Ivliev as General Director, focusing on network growth and integration of Russian-built aircraft from 2027.
Defence, Industry, News 7 October 2026First Brazil-built Gripen E by Embraer makes maiden flightEmbraer and Saab complete the maiden flight of the first Brazil-built Gripen E, a milestone for Brazil’s aerospace and defense industry.
Air transport, Industry, News 7 October 2026Biman Bangladesh orders A350-900 and A321neo from AirbusBiman Bangladesh Airlines orders 10 Airbus aircraft, including A350-900 and A321neo, to modernise its fleet and grow international network.
Industry, MRO, News 6 October 2026Pratt & Whitney Canada signs long-term deal with Bharat ForgePratt & Whitney Canada signs a long-term agreement with Bharat Forge to manufacture mission-critical engine components in India.
Industry, Management changes, News 5 October 2026Airbus announces nominations to its Board of DirectorsAirbus announces major changes to its Board, with new nominations, successions and mandate renewals to be confirmed at the 2027 AGM.
Air transport, Industry, News 4 October 2026KLM takes first A350 as fleet renewal gathers paceKLM takes delivery of its first Airbus A350-900 in Amsterdam, a key step in fleet renewal focused on efficiency and reduced emissions.
Certification, Industry, News 4 October 2026FAA clears 737 MAX software issue, paving way for MAX 10 certFAA finds a 737 MAX FMS software issue is not a safety risk, removing a hurdle to 737-10 certification; Boeing plans a corrective update.
Air transport, Industry, News 1 October 2026Pegasus Completes Acquisition of Czech Airlines and SmartwingsPegasus completes the acquisition of Czech Airlines and Smartwings, expanding its European footprint and creating a larger multi‑brand group.
Defence, Industry, News 1 October 2026Safran Doubles Texas TR40 Missile-Engine CapacitySafran will double TR40 engine capacity in Grand Prairie as demand surges, with wider NSM adoption and MBDA’s ramping Exocet output.
Cargo, Industry, News 1 October 2026Ethiopian orders Boeing 777 and 777-8 freightersEthiopian Airlines orders eight 777-8 and two 777 Freighters to expand its cargo fleet, strengthen its global network and improve efficiency.
Air transport, Industry, News 30 September 2026FLYONE Armenia Firms Up Order for Two Airbus A321neosFLYONE Armenia finalises a firm order for two Airbus A321neos with LEAP-1A engines, 239-seat cabin layout, and a growing European-CIS network.
Defence, Industry, News 30 September 2026Boeing wins $2.38bn order for F-15EX Eagle II fightersBoeing wins a $2.38bn contract for 22 F-15EX Eagle II jets, lifting the U.S. Air Force commitment to 120 aircraft.