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Collins Aerospace wins major FAA radar modernisation contract

Collins Aerospace, an RTX business, has secured a US$438 million contract from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to support the Radar System Replacement programme, a central element of efforts to modernise the United States National Airspace System. The programme forms a key component of the Department of Transportation’s wider initiative to deliver a brand-new air […]

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Steve Roberton to lead Boeing Australia

People

Boeing has appointed Air Vice-Marshal (Ret’d) Steve Roberton, DSC, AM, as its new President for Australia, New Zealand and the South Pacific. Based in Sydney, Roberton takes up the role immediately and will oversee Boeing Australia Holdings as Chair, lead regional strategic initiatives, strengthen partnerships and act as the company’s senior liaison with government stakeholders.

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Thai Airways advances digital MRO transformation

Information Technology

Trax and Aerostrat, both part of the AAR group, have been selected by Thai Airways to support a comprehensive digital transformation of the airline’s maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) operations. The initiative represents a significant step in modernising maintenance processes and strengthening operational efficiency across Thai Airways’ global network. At the core of the programme

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Willis Lease and Blackstone launch engine leasing alliance

Aircraft & Engines

Willis Lease Finance Corporation (WLFC), has entered a strategic aircraft engine leasing partnership with Blackstone Credit & Insurance (BXCI). The collaboration plans to deploy more than US$1 billion over the next two years, targeting both current- and next-generation aircraft engines, as well as a select number of aircraft. The partnership combines Willis Lease’s specialist expertise

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SkyWest plans to open an MRO facility at Salina Regional Airport

SkyWest chooses Salina for major maintenance expansion

MRO & Production

SkyWest Airlines has confirmed plans to establish a new aircraft maintenance facility at Salina Regional Airport (SLN) in Kansas, marking an important investment in both the local economy and the state’s aviation sector. The new base will support maintenance operations for part of SkyWest’s fleet of more than 500 regional jets, including aircraft currently operating

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Collins Aerospace wins major FAA radar modernisation contract

Steve Roberton to lead Boeing Australia

Thai Airways advances digital MRO transformation

Willis Lease and Blackstone launch engine leasing alliance

SkyWest chooses Salina for major maintenance expansion

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6 January 2026

Collins Aerospace wins major FAA radar modernisation contract

Steve Roberton to lead Boeing Australia

Thai Airways advances digital MRO transformation

Willis Lease and Blackstone launch engine leasing alliance

SkyWest chooses Salina for major maintenance expansion

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