28 April 2026

The Norwegian Group has delivered significantly improved Q1 results

Norwegian narrows losses with strong Q1 performance

The Norwegian Group (Norwegian) has reported a strong set of results for the first quarter (Q1) of 2026, traditionally the weakest period of the year. The airline achieved a record first-quarter load factor of 87.6%, significantly reduced its operating losses and increased liquidity to NOK 14.2 billion. The performance reflects continued focus on cost control […]

Norwegian narrows losses with strong Q1 performance Read More »

Latest generation landing gear © APOC Aviation

APOC strengthens A321neo landing gear portfolio

APOC Aviation (APOC) has acquired a ‘zero cycles since new’ SAFRAN landing gear for the A321 EV, compatible with Airbus’ new engine option (NEO) fleet. The addition reinforces APOC’s position as one of Europe’s leading independent landing gear providers, supporting operators facing imminent overhauls, aircraft-on-ground (AOG) events and other operational requirements. While APOC continues to

APOC strengthens A321neo landing gear portfolio Read More »

Embraer E195-E2 'Tech Eagle'

Embraer’s backlog reached US$32.1 billion in 1Q26

Embraer recorded a backlog of US$32.1 billion in the first quarter of 2026 (1Q26), marking its sixth consecutive all-time high. The company delivered 44 aircraft across all business units during the quarter, a 47% increase compared with 30 deliveries in 1Q25, supported by progress in production levelling initiatives. Notably, 1Q26 deliveries accounted for around 16%

Embraer’s backlog reached US$32.1 billion in 1Q26 Read More »

The first operational U.S. Navy MQ-25A Stingray soars over southern Illinois during a successful two-hour first flight

Boeing, US Navy complete first test flight of MQ-25A Stingray

Boeing and the US Navy have successfully completed the first test flight of an operational MQ-25A Stingray™, marking an important step towards aircraft carrier deployment and signalling a new phase in naval aviation. During the two-hour sortie, the unmanned aircraft demonstrated full autonomous capability, including taxiing, take-off, flight and landing, while responding to real-time commands

Boeing, US Navy complete first test flight of MQ-25A Stingray Read More »

Donal O'Shea will lead the new office in Manila

ABL Aviation expands Asia footprint with Manila technical hub

ABL Aviation has opened a new technical office in Manila, reinforcing its presence in the Asia-Pacific region as airline demand continues to recover despite ongoing aircraft supply constraints. The facility will operate as a dedicated technical hub, supporting aircraft inspections, lease management and technical oversight across the company’s expanding Asian portfolio. The Manila office complements

ABL Aviation expands Asia footprint with Manila technical hub Read More »

Ribbon-cutting ceremony to officially open Rolls-Royce's new Additive Manufacturing (AM) Development Cell in Bristol, UK

Rolls-Royce launches advanced manufacturing cell in Bristol

Rolls-Royce has opened a new Additive Manufacturing (AM) Development Cell at its Defence Assembly and Operations facility in Bristol, UK. Funded by the UK Ministry of Defence, the cell uses advanced additive manufacturing technology to produce critical components for next-generation aircraft engines. By integrating this German-engineered capability, the UK remains at the forefront of aerospace

Rolls-Royce launches advanced manufacturing cell in Bristol Read More »