Heike Tamm

Portugal has taken delivery of its third KC-390 Millennium aircraft © Embraer

Portugal receives third KC-390 as Embraer launches A-29N Super Tucano flight test campaign

Military & Defense

Embraer and the Portuguese Air Force (FAP) have celebrated two major milestones in their defence partnership: the delivery of Portugal’s third KC-390 Millennium military transport aircraft and the commencement of flight testing for the A-29N Super Tucano. These developments mark significant progress in both aircraft programmes and further strengthen Portugal’s air capabilities under NATO-aligned standards. […]

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JMI-Jet Maintenance International Oxford Airport maintenance facility

PASL acquires JMI to expand UK aircraft maintenance capabilities

MRO & Production

Pula Aviation Services Limited (PASL) has expanded its aviation services portfolio with the strategic acquisition of JMI-Jet Maintenance International (JMI), a UK-based aircraft maintenance provider. This move enhances PASL’s aircraft maintenance capabilities, adding key operational locations at London Oxford Airport and a line station at London Biggin Hill to its network. Established in 2018, JMI

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Condor is reorganising its shareholder structure

Condor orders four more Airbus A330-900neo aircraft to boost long-haul growth

Aircraft & Engines

Condor is continuing its strategic growth in the long-haul market with an order for four additional Airbus A330-900neo aircraft. Approved by the airline’s Supervisory Board, this latest acquisition expands Condor’s A330neo fleet to a total of 25 by 2031. The carrier currently operates 18 of these next-generation aircraft, with three more scheduled for delivery by

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CFM56-7B engine

StandardAero introduces CFM56-7B engine exchange solutions

Aircraft & Engines

StandardAero has expanded its service capabilities for the CFM56-7B engine platform by introducing a new exchange engine solution, enhancing support for Boeing 737 Next Generation (737NG) customers worldwide. This move aims to maximise aircraft availability, especially for operators seeking swift and reliable alternatives to full engine overhauls. A well-established independent provider of aerospace engine aftermarket

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Do228 aircraft

Third modernised Do228 delivered to Royal Thai Navy (RTN)

Aircraft & Engines

The Royal Thai Navy (RTN) has received its third upgraded Dornier Do228 aircraft from General Atomics AeroTec Systems (GA-ATS), marking a significant milestone in the ongoing fleet modernisation programme. This follows the delivery of the first two aircraft in 2023. The refurbishment project is part of a broader initiative supported by the US Department of

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Representatives from SR Technics and Safran Aircraft Engines at the extension signing

SR Technics and Safran prolong LEAP-1A engine support partnership

MRO & Production

SR Technics and Safran Aircraft Engines have signed an eight-year extension to their long-term agreement for the full overhaul and testing of the LEAP-1A engine, strengthening their established partnership and supporting the rapid growth of next-generation engine maintenance. This renewed collaboration further consolidates SR Technics’ position as a key maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) provider

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H160 helicopter © Airbus Helicopters

Nagoya City orders Airbus H160 for fire and rescue operations

Aircraft & Engines

The Nagoya City Fire Bureau in Japan has placed an order for the advanced Airbus H160 helicopter, marking a significant enhancement to its aerial capabilities in fire fighting, search and rescue, and disaster response. This new addition to the fleet will enable the Bureau to conduct a wide range of critical missions, including reconnaissance of

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Oscar Torres

Former Kellstrom CEO Oscar Torres joins AE Industrial

People

AE Industrial Partners (AE Industrial) a private equity firm with a focus on national security, aerospace and industrial services, has named former Kellstrom CEO Oscar Torres as its newest Operating Partner. The move brings an experienced industry executive back into the AE Industrial fold, following Torres’ longstanding leadership at Kellstrom Aerospace, a global aerospace aftermarket

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AAR reports strong revenue growth in fiscal year 2025

Financial

AAR has announced its full-year financial results for fiscal year 2025, revealing consolidated sales of US$2.8 billion—marking a 20% increase on the previous year. The substantial rise in revenue is primarily attributed to the acquisition of its Product Support business and heightened activity in its new parts distribution operations. The company also reported an improvement

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