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Boeing Sees Positive Net Orders in May as 787 Deliveries Stall

The U.S. airframer saw orders outpace cancellations by 20 airplanes while it delivered 17 jets during the month of May.

Airship Maker: Passengers Will Choose Comfort over Speed

Hybrid Air Vehicles has unveiled cabin concepts for its Airlander 10 hybrid-electric airship carrying up to 100 passengers on regional airline routes.

Eve Lands 50-ship eVTOL Order from Helisul

Brazilian helicopter operator Helisul Aviation today placed an order for up to 50 of the four-passenger eVTOLs from Eve Urban Air Mobility Solutions.

United Airlines Throws Weight Behind Boom Supersonic

A firm order for 15 airplanes from United Airlines would materialize once the Overture supersonic airliner meets the airline’s "demanding" requirements.

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Boeing’s Next EcoDemonstrator Nearly Ready for Flight

An Alaska Airlines Boeing 737 Max 9 will serve as the next ecoDemonstrator platform.

Vref Sees Strong Market for Business Aircraft Sales

In the aftermath of the Covid pandemic, some segments of used aircraft inventory cannot keep pace with demand.

U.S. Air Force Acquiring Global 6000s for Battlefield Ops

The U.S. Air Force has awarded a $464.8 million contract to a Bombardier subsidiary for the purchase and modification of six Global 6000s.

Regulators Won’t Cut Corners When Certifying New eVTOL Aircraft

Regulators Won’t Cut Corners When Certifying New eVTOL Aircraft

Can the Dream of Supersonic Flight Survive the Collapse of Aerion?

Can the Dream of Supersonic Flight Survive the Collapse of Aerion?

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OEMs All in on SAF Development

Of all sustainability efforts underway, SAF appears to hold the most immediate promise of curbing CO2.

Kodiak 100 Expands Airborne Flying Service's Medical Ops

Airborne Flying Service is leasing two Kodiak 100s from the non-profit American Heritage organization for air medical services in the South Central U.S.

Garmin to Provide Avionics For Converted D328eco Airliner

Deutsche Aircraft's D328eco regional airliner will have new Pratt & Whitney PW127S engines running on sustainable aviation fuel, and Garmin G5000 avionics.

Brazil To Cut KC-390 Airlifter Order

Brazil has opted to reduce its current order for 28 KC-390 tanker/transports, citing pandemic-related budgetary issues.

Electric Business Aircraft Development 'Creeping Up'

Between flight shaming and corporate clients interested in leaving a smaller carbon footprint, the push for electric aircraft is likely here to stay.

Croatia Selects Rafale for Fighter Requirement

The selection of second-hand Rafales brings an end to a long-running search by Zagreb for a MiG-21 replacement.

Jet Aviation Delivers First VIP-completed BBJ Max

Jet Aviation has redelivered the first-ever BBJ Max to an undisclosed customer.

Eclipse Aerospace Rises Once Again

The resurgent company is focused on supporting customers and upgrading aircraft for a European fleet buyer.

Airbus Plans for Big Boost of A320 Production Rates

Suppliers of Europe’s dominant commercial aircraft OEM received notice to prepare for a 40 percent increase in A320 rate by the second quarter of 2023.

Boeing Settles with FAA on 737 Penalties

The FAA has levied $17 million in penalties on Boeing stemming from production issues raised in 2019.

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