MNG, Starlux, Egyptair sign agreements for A350-1000s and -900s, and A350Fs

Airbus received multiple agreements for its A350 line, including for the -900, -1000, and freighter variants.

Airbus Widebody, Rotorcraft Order Book Grows

Already a major player in Europe, BDS foresees considerable expansion in the continent

Boeing Defense Space & Security has been an important player in European defense for decades, and its business in the region continues to grow.

Boeing Defense Grows Business in Europe

A demonstrator is expected to be available for flight testing no later than the end of 2026

Expediting efforts to have sovereign drone capability, France has awarded Daher and Thales a contract to develop a MALE drone demonstrator.

France Contracts Daher and Thales To Develop MALE Drone

Partnership will explore opportunities to be involved in U.S. defense programs 

Lockheed Martin will support Electra with digital engineering, manufacturing, supply chain and sustainment preparations, and global business development.

Lockheed Martin Skunk Works Backs Electra's EL9 Ultra-Short Aircraft

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2024 Corporate Aviation Leadership Summit

David Donald

News and issues relating to civil and military unmanned aircraft systems (UAS), unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) and remotely piloted aircraft systems (RPAS) of all kinds and sizes, including those used for intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance (ISR), combat (unmanned combat air vehicles, or UCAVs), law enforcement, research and other applications. Of particular focus is the FAA's planned integration of UAS into the U.S. national airspace system.

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The MQ-28A has been developed for the RAAF’s Collaborative Combat Aircraft program

Boeing’s Ghost Bat Readies for Interoperability Trials

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Company adds hydrogen power knowledge to the Netherlands-based initiative

GKN Joins ICEFlight Hydrogen Power Initiative

Charles Alcock

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Five-passenger aircraft could begin flight tests next year

VoltAero Unveils Redesigned Hybrid-electric Cassio 330 

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U.S. policy reset could prompt aerospace and defense sector realignment

Tariff Strife and Military Conflict Vex Industry Leaders

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Deals for more than 1,000 airliners anticipated during 2025 event 

Air Taxi Group Revo Kickstarts Paris Show Order Spree

Sarah Rose

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Sailing-inspired fleet supports green training

Elixir, ENAC Set Sail in the Skies

Hanneke Weitering

Engine maker reflects on its successful history and looks to the future of aircraft propulsion tech

Pratt & Whitney Celebrates 100 Years of Engine Innovation

Kerry Lynch

Issues regarding financing of aircraft; aviation insurance; tax issues for aircraft operators; new companies and people in the aviation financing and insurance industries.

Air show presents opportunities to reinforce positive trade balance in the U.S.

AIA: Paris Has Key Role Amid Global Trade Negotiations

Companies show unified front in Paris

C-981 Partners with Hutchison on AI Supply-chain Technology

Charlotte Bailey

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