JetBlue Airways’ second-largest investor, Vladimir Galkin, is considering selling his nearly 10% stake in the airline if its turnaround efforts fail to deliver results, Reuters reports. Galkin, who gained notoriety from the 2021 Gamestop “meme stock” rally, has invested over US$200 million in JetBlue since early 2024. He currently holds around 35 million shares, valued […]
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CommuteAir, a regional airline operating as a United Express partner, and Embraer have signed a significant maintenance contract. The new agreement marks a major development in CommuteAir’s operational strategy, as it strengthens its relationship with Embraer while ensuring enhanced maintenance support for its fleet of Embraer ERJ145 aircraft. Under this new arrangement, Embraer will provide
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AVIAN Inventory Management (AIM), a bespoke provider of inventory capital solutions and financier to the aviation industry, has announced a new partnership with Alliance Airlines in Australia. Alliance is a regional carrier supporting wet lease and charter operations for the energy and resources sectors, along with sports and entertainment charters. Under the agreement, AVIAN will
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Lufthansa Technik (LHT) and Calgary Airports have officially commenced construction on a new, state-of-the-art engine maintenance facility at YYC Calgary International Airport, marking a major investment in Western Canada’s growing aerospace sector. The project, valued at CA$120 million (US$88 million), is set to establish a new benchmark for aircraft engine maintenance and testing capabilities in
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Aventure Aviation has announced the acquisition of twelve Boeing 737 Next Generation (737NG) aircraft formerly operated by Alaska Airlines, marking the largest single purchase in the company’s history. The aircraft—identified by serial numbers 30013, 30014, 30015, 30016, 30017, 30018, 30019, 30021, 30856, 30857, 33679 and 33680—will be dismantled in phases at facilities in Arizona. Talha
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Horizon Aircraft has announced a strategic collaboration with internationally renowned mobility designer Andrea Mocellin. The partnership aims to refine both the design and aesthetics of the company’s hybrid-electric eVTOL aircraft, the Cavorite X7. Mocellin is celebrated for his innovative contributions across aviation, automotive and micromobility sectors. His impressive portfolio includes key roles at Lilium, Alfa
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The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has awarded Saab a significant contract to install its Aerobahn Runway and Surface Safety service at 26 additional airports across the United States. This award falls under the FAA’s Surface Awareness Initiative (SAI) Block 3 deployment, furthering efforts to enhance runway safety through modern, technology-driven solutions. Saab’s system is designed
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QantasLink has selected the Embraer 190 (E190) as the preferred aircraft type for a significant fleet renewal at its Western Australia-based regional carrier, Network Aviation. The plan involves retiring up to 14 ageing Fokker F100 (F100) aircraft and replacing them with mid-life E190s, with the first deliveries expected towards the end of 2026. Network Aviation,
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The NATO Support and Procurement Agency (NSPA) has announced the order of two additional Airbus A330 Multi Role Tanker Transport (MRTT) aircraft, bringing the total number in the multinational MRTT fleet (MMF) to 12. The latest order marks a significant expansion of the programme and coincides with the formal accession of Sweden and Denmark as
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Embraer has officially opened its new MRO facilities at Perot Field Alliance Airport in Fort Worth, Texas. This strategic expansion, supported by the City of Fort Worth and the State of Texas, marks a significant step in Embraer’s growth in North America. Initial operations will begin in an existing hangar, with the construction of a
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