TP Aerospace will provide integrated wheels and brakes support for Ascend Airways' fleet

VSE Corporation to acquire Aero 3 in major aviation aftermarket deal

VSE Corporation has announced a definitive agreement to acquire GenNx/AeroRepair IntermediateCo Inc., the parent company of Aero 3. The seller, GenNx360 Capital Partners, is a private equity firm with a strong record in industrial and service businesses. Aero 3 is a global provider of maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) services and aviation aftermarket distribution. The […]

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Ramco Systems and ePlane join forces to power India’s first flying taxi

Information Technology

Global aviation software provider Ramco Systems has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with The ePlane Company (ePlane), also known as Ubifly Technologies Private Limited. The Chennai-based start-up is developing the ePlane e200X, India’s first flying electric taxi, aimed at transforming urban mobility. Under the MoU, ePlane will use Ramco Aviation Software to manage the

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Türkiye has signed an order for 20 Typhoon fighter jets

UK and Türkiye seal £5.4 billion Typhoon fighter deal

Military & Defense

The UK Government has confirmed a £5.4 billion (US$6.3 billion) agreement with Türkiye for 20 Typhoon fighter jets. The deal includes a full weapons and integration package and will sustain over 20,000 skilled jobs across Britain. Under the contract, BAE Systems will build major airframe components and complete final assembly in Lancashire. The company will

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BOC Aviation and Loong Air sign lease deal for three A320neos

Aircraft & Engines

BOC Aviation has signed a new lease agreement with Zhejiang Loong Airlines for three Airbus A320neo aircraft. The planes come from BOC Aviation’s orderbook and will be powered by CFM LEAP-1A engines. Deliveries are scheduled for 2027. Moreover, Chief Executive Steven Townend said the deal reinforces the company’s presence in China. He noted that the

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CAE to deliver Boeing 737MAX simulator to Malaysia Airlines Academy

Other News

CAE has signed an agreement to deliver a Boeing 737MAX full-flight simulator to MAB Academy, the training division of Malaysia Airlines Group. The move builds on nearly two decades of collaboration between the two companies. It reflects their shared goal of improving pilot training and operational safety. The simulator will be installed at MAB Academy’s

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AEI launches B737-900ERSF conversion

MRO & Production

Aeronautical Engineers, Inc. (AEI), a specialist in passenger-to-freighter conversions, has launched its new B737-900 Extended Range Special Freighter (B737-900ERSF) programme. The company, a Boeing-licensed third-party STC provider, is developing the conversion under its existing licensing agreement. This new project expands AEI’s growing portfolio and underlines its focus on innovation and operational efficiency. It also reflects

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Britten-Norman launches Global Brokerage and Trade-In Service

Other News

Britten-Norman, the British maker of the iconic Islander aircraft, has introduced a new Aircraft Brokerage and Trade-In Service. The programme gives operators full lifecycle support, allowing them to upgrade to new Islanders with ease. The company will handle aircraft sales, trade-ins, or refurbishments to keep fleets operational without interruption. The service is already in use.

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The Hiroshima City Fire Services bureau will become the world’s first firefighting operator of the H160

Hiroshima City Fire Services Bureau takes delivery of first Airbus H160

Aircraft & Engines

The Hiroshima City Fire Services Bureau has received its first Airbus H160 helicopter, becoming the world’s first firefighting operator of this helicopter. The aircraft will begin service in early 2026. It will support firefighting, search and rescue, medical emergencies and disaster response. It will also be used for aerial surveys of affected areas. The H160

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Marcus Wandt to lead Saab’s new Strategy and Technology division

People

Saab has appointed Marcus Wandt as Senior Vice President and head of its new Group Strategy and Technology function. The division will strengthen Saab’s strategic position and focus on group-level strategy, technology, mergers and acquisitions, partnerships and new ventures. Wandt, currently Chief Innovation Officer, brings a unique mix of experience to the role. A former

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Textron lifts profit and cash flow as Aviation and Bell drive growth

Financial

Textron reported third quarter 2025 income from continuing operations of US$1.31 per share, up from US$1.18 in the same quarter of 2024. Adjusted income from continuing operations reached US$1.55 per share, compared to US$1.40 a year earlier. Total revenue increased by 5%, supported by gains at Aviation, Bell, and Textron Systems. Chairman and CEO Scott

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