Richard Branson’s Virgin Orbit cuts 85% of rocket workforce after funding failure

Billionaire Sir Richard Branson’s Virgin Orbit satellite launch company has failed to secure new funding and as a consequence, approximately 85% of the workforce has been cut. This equates to roughly 675 members of staff, leaving a pared down business with around 100 remaining staff. Virgin Orbit is a California-based company and the staff cuts […]

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The official opening of Heli-One's new S-92 Customer Support Center in Brazil

Heli-One launches first S-92 support centre in Brazil

MRO & Production, Top Stories

Heli-One has opened Brazil’s first Sikorsky-authorised S-92 Customer Support Center, expanding maintenance and support capabilities for operators of the heavy-lift helicopter across South America. The new facility will provide both scheduled and unscheduled maintenance services for any S-92 aircraft operating in the region and forms the foundation of a wider S-92 Centre of Excellence. In

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Thai Navy orders Airbus C295 duo

Military & Defense

The Royal Thai Navy has ordered two Airbus C295 aircraft in an enhanced transport configuration, strengthening Thailand’s military airlift and maritime surveillance capabilities. The aircraft will support a wide range of missions, including logistics transport, maritime patrol and search and rescue operations. Equipped with advanced Electro-Optical/Infra-Red sensor systems, the C295s will be capable of detecting,

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SUM Air is the fourth South Korean airline to implement AMOS ©SWISS-AS

South Korean airline SUM Air to implement AMOS

Information Technology

South Korean start-up carrier SUM Air has gone live with the AMOS maintenance and engineering platform from Swiss AviationSoftware (Swiss-AS), creating a scalable digital foundation ahead of its first aircraft delivery. The move makes SUM Air the fourth South Korean airline to adopt AMOS, using the integrated system to streamline maintenance operations, improve efficiency and

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Platoon Aviation’s fleet will expand charter operations to become Europe’s largest Cessna Citation Longitude fleet © Textron Aviation

Platoon Aviation bets big on Citation Longitude

Aircraft & Engines

Textron Aviation has signed a multi-aircraft agreement with Hamburg-based Platoon Aviation that will make the charter operator the largest Cessna Citation Longitude fleet owner in Europe. Deliveries are scheduled to begin in 2027. The Citation Longitude, Textron’s flagship business jet, is designed for long-range charter operations with a focus on efficiency, passenger comfort and operational

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American Airlines to install Starlink on 500 narrow-body aircraft © American Airlines

American Airlines to roll out Starlink Wi-Fi on narrow-body aircraft

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American Airlines (American) will equip more than 500 narrow-body aircraft with Starlink high-speed satellite internet from the first quarter of 2027, marking a major upgrade to its inflight customer experience. “As a premium global airline, we are continuously seeking out world-class partners like Starlink to deliver what our customers need and want,” said American Airlines

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Digital rendering of Czech Police Aviation Service's Airbus H145 helicopter

Czech Police Aviation Service to modernise fleet with Airbus H145s

Aircraft & Engines, Top Stories

The Czech Ministry of Interior has signed a contract with Airbus Helicopters for 11 five-bladed H145 helicopters to modernise the Czech Police Aviation Service fleet. The multi-role aircraft will support law enforcement, search and rescue, and emergency medical operations, backed by a full training and logistics package to ensure smooth integration. Airbus said the move

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Leap engine at SSAMC facility CFM International

SSAMC becomes China’s first CFM LEAP MRO provider

MRO & Production

CFM International (CFM) and Sichuan Services Aero-engine Maintenance Company (SSAMC), the joint venture between Air China and CFM, have confirmed that SSAMC will join the network of Premier MRO providers for CFM LEAP engines. The announcement was made during a ceremony at MRO Greater China, where the company outlined plans to deliver maintenance, repair and

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Cathay Group orders two additional A350F Airbus

Cathay Group places order for two additional A350F freighters

Aircraft & Engines

Hong Kong’s Cathay Group has confirmed an order with Airbus for two more A350F freighters, increasing its total order for the next-generation cargo aircraft to eight. The aircraft will be operated by Cathay Cargo and are expected to improve operational efficiency across the carrier’s extensive freight network. Cathay Group Chief Executive Ronald Lam ackknowledged that

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DSC Trading and Skyways Technics sign parts agreement Shutterstock

DSC Trading launches new partnership with Skyways Technics

MRO & Production

DSC Trading has announced a new consignment partnership with Skyways Technics, a global provider of regional and commercial aircraft support services. Under the agreement, DSC Trading has received a broad inventory of expendable components supporting a range of aircraft types, including the Boeing 737, Airbus A320, ATR 42/72, CRJ 100/200/900 and Embraer ERJ 135/145. Skyways

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CFM56-5B engine maintenance in Zhuhai MTU Maintenance

MTU Maintenance secures EVA Air CFM56-5B contract

MRO & Production

MTU Maintenance and Taiwan-based EVA Air have signed an exclusive agreement covering maintenance, repair and overhaul services for the airline’s CFM56-5B engines, which power its fleet of 17 Airbus A321-200 aircraft. The agreement will see all scheduled shop visits carried out at MTU Maintenance Zhuhai, the group’s dedicated narrowbody engine facility. EVA Air will additionally

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Richard Branson’s Virgin Orbit cuts 85% of rocket workforce after funding failure

Heli-One launches first S-92 support centre in Brazil

Thai Navy orders Airbus C295 duo

South Korean airline SUM Air to implement AMOS

Platoon Aviation bets big on Citation Longitude

American Airlines to roll out Starlink Wi-Fi on narrow-body aircraft

Czech Police Aviation Service to modernise fleet with Airbus H145s

SSAMC becomes China’s first CFM LEAP MRO provider

Cathay Group places order for two additional A350F freighters

DSC Trading launches new partnership with Skyways Technics

MTU Maintenance secures EVA Air CFM56-5B contract

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