20 March 2026

EU backs Rolls-Royce UltraFan project with €64 million

Rolls-Royce has secured €64 million in funding from the European Union’s Clean Aviation Joint Undertaking (CAJU) to lead UNIFIED (Ultra Novel and Innovative Fully Integrated Engine Demonstrations), a collaborative research programme supporting the development and planned ground testing of the UltraFan 30 demonstrator. The project will focus on maturing and advancing next-generation propulsion technologies for […]

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Official opening of Ryanair's new MRO hub in Madrid

Ryanair opens €25 million Madrid mega maintenance hub

Ryanair has inaugurated its new €25 million maintenance centre at Madrid Barajas Airport—the largest in its network. With capacity for seven aircraft, the 22,000 m² state-of-the-art facility, located in the airport’s industrial zone, will create 700 highly skilled jobs, including engineers, mechanics and support staff, further strengthening Madrid and Spain’s position as a leading European

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ATEQ Aviation is bolstering its testing portfolio with the acquisition of T-RX Avionics Solution

ATEQ broadens testing portfolio with T-RX integration

ATEQ Aviation, a global leader in aeronautical test equipment, has announced the strategic acquisition of the T-RX avionics testing solution, formerly owned by CCX Technologies. The move significantly expands ATEQ’s offering, combining world-class air data testing with advanced avionics diagnostics to better serve the aircraft maintenance sector. The T-RX is a compact and highly reliable

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Aero Engine Leasing has launched with initially focusing on CFM engine platforms

Aero Engine Leasing launches to target high-demand CFM leasing market

Aero Engine Leasing (AEL), a newly established aviation leasing platform, has officially announced its launch, marking a strategic expansion into the global engine leasing market. Built on deep industry expertise and strong strategic partnerships, AEL will focus on delivering premium, asset-backed leasing solutions for airlines and operators worldwide. Founded by a team with extensive experience

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