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Horizon and MHIRJ will join forces to advance the development of the Cavorite X7

Horizon advances Cavorite X7 towards IFR-capable flight

New Horizon Aircraft, operating as Horizon Aircraft, is accelerating development of the Cavorite X7, one of the world’s first hybrid-electric VTOL aircraft designed to fly under Instrument Flight Rules (IFR). This marks a significant competitive advantage, as no existing eVTOL has yet achieved IFR capability, which allows safe flight through cloud, low-visibility conditions and adverse […]

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GE Aerospace boosts Pune site with new US$14 investment

GE Aerospace has announced a US$14 million investment to expand capacity at its Pune, India, manufacturing facility as the site marks ten years of successful operations. This follows the US$30 million committed last year and will further strengthen the site’s capabilities through upgraded manufacturing processes and increased automation, including enhancements designed to support the production

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Emirates will perform maintenance, repair and overhaul on its own Trent 900 engines, that power the carrier’s A380 fleet from 2027

Emirates to join Rolls-Royce’s global MRO network from 2027

Emirates has signed a new MoU that grants the airline full rights to perform maintenance, repair and overhaul on its own Trent 900 engines, the powerplant behind the carrier’s iconic Airbus A380 fleet. Alongside the agreement, Emirates and Rolls-Royce have extended the existing TotalCare coverage for the Trent 900 fleet well into the 2040s, cementing

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X-Space Table

Air Cambodia becomes launch customer of ATR’s ‘X-Space Table’

Air Cambodia, the national flag carrier, is preparing to reshape regional travel as the launch customer for ATR’s new premium seat concept featuring the innovative ‘X-Space Table’. This smart, plug-and-play solution converts a standard dual economy seat into a single premium seat within minutes. Although still under development, the system is expected to achieve certification

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Carsten Spohr, Chairman of the Executive Board and CEO of Deutsche Lufthansa AG

Lufthansa sets sights on TAP

The Lufthansa Group has formally declared its interest in joining the privatisation process of TAP Air Portugal, submitting its letter of intent to Parpública, the Portuguese state holding company, within the required deadline. While the initial plan involves acquiring a minority stake, the broader objective is to forge a long-term partnership that secures TAP’s future

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One of the German Navy's P-8A Poseidon aircraft

Lufthansa Technik Defense secures P-8A sustainment deal

Boeing and Lufthansa Technik Defense have signed a multi-year contract to provide comprehensive technical sustainment services for the German Navy’s expanding fleet of eight P-8A Poseidon maritime patrol aircraft. The first aircraft was delivered earlier this month. The agreement covers almost every segment of Lufthansa Technik’s global MRO portfolio, including aircraft maintenance, engine support, component

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T-7 jet © Saab

T-7 partnership poised to transform RAF training

Saab, Boeing and BAE Systems have signed a letter of intent to collaborate on the Royal Air Force’s next fast-jet trainer programme, proposing the T-7 as the backbone of a modernised training system. The agreement also positions the three companies to pursue future international pilot-training opportunities together. “Together, Boeing with Saab and now BAE Systems

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King Air 360 aircraft © Textron Aviation

King Aerospace lands FAA maintenance deal

Aircraft modification and maintenance specialist King Aerospace has secured a United States government contract to coordinate and carry out depot-level maintenance for the Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAAs) fleet of Beechcraft Model 300/360 King Air turboprops. King Aerospace (KAI), based in Addison, Texas, will act as the prime contractor. King Aerospace Commercial Corporation (KACC) will serve

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Elevate MRO forges strategic partnership with StandardAero

Elevate MRO, part of Elevate Aviation Group, has expanded its capabilities with a comprehensive engine overhaul service delivered through a strategic partnership with StandardAero. This new offering supports engines across business and commercial aviation, reinforcing the company’s commitment to maintenance solutions that meet the sector’s shifting demands. As the call for efficient, dependable engine performance

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Air Canada

Air Canada unveils extensive cabin renewal programme

Air Canada has unveiled its most extensive cabin renewal programme to date, covering Air Canada mainline, Air Canada Rouge, and Air Canada Express. This multi-year investment reshapes the onboard experience with refreshed interiors, next-generation technology, and thoughtful touches shaped by passenger and employee feedback. Central to the upgrade is the industry’s most comprehensive fast, free

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