The acquisition of Jet AirWerks strengthens Barnes Aerospace’s CRO business © Barns Aerospace

Barnes Aerospace acquires Jet AirWerks

Barnes Aerospace has completed its acquisition of Jet AirWerks, an Arkansas City, Kansas-based provider of inspection, repair, overhaul and disassembly services for commercial aeroengine components. The acquisition expands Barnes Aerospace’s component repair and overhaul (CRO) operations and strengthens its aftermarket offering. It also adds repair capabilities and technical expertise as the company targets further growth […]

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MACH OE has placed two B737 MAX9 aircraft with United Airlines

MACH OE places first seed aircraft with United Airlines

Aircraft & Engines

MACH OE, an open-ended aircraft fund, took delivery of two new Boeing 737 MAX 9 aircraft on July 29 and 30, 2026, placing both on long-term leases with United Airlines. The aircraft are the first of several targeted acquisitions planned in the coming months as MACH OE builds its seed portfolio. MACH OE was jointly

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Construction has started on Airbus' Belfast wing facility extension

Airbus kicks off wing facility extension in Belfast

MRO & Production

Construction has started on a 6,221 m² extension to Airbus’ Belfast wing facility as the manufacturer prepares to ramp up A220 production. The project forms part of a wider multi-million-pound investment plan for the site and is scheduled for completion in the first half of 2028. The extension will increase the facility’s wing manufacturing footprint

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Air Transat deploys stratosX X360 platform, becomes launch costumer

Information Technology

stratosX, a technology company developing AI-enabled airline orchestration systems, has announced that Air Transat has deployed X360, its decision-support platform designed to strengthen airline response to irregular operations (IROPS), including flight delays, cancellations and schedule changes. The deployment makes Air Transat, a leading leisure airline, stratosX’s launch airline customer. X360 has been integrated into the

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PEM-Air has selected Ramco Aviation Software as the technological foundation for its engine MRO operations

Pem-Air selects Ramco for engine MRO operations

Information Technology

Pem-Air has selected Ramco Aviation Software as the technology platform for its engine MRO operations as the company expands its support for larger and next-generation engine types. Ramco Systems Corporation, USA, a subsidiary of Ramco Systems Limited, said its aviation software will support Pem-Air’s growing engine portfolio, which includes the GE90 and Trent 700, as

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SalamAir appoints Yaqoob Al Kiyumi as CEO

People

SalamAir has appointed Eng. Yaqoob bin Saif bin Hamoud Al Kiyumi as Chief Executive Officer, effective October 1, 2026. The Omani airline said the appointment marks a new chapter in its development as it continues to pursue its strategic priorities, with a focus on sustainable growth, operational excellence and an enhanced customer experience. Al Kiyumi

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© BOC Aviation has reported sustained growth in the first half of 2026

BOC posts increased first-half profit

Financial

BOC Aviation reported net profit after tax of US$357 million for the first half of 2026, up 4% year on year and marking another record result excluding non-recurring items. Total revenues and other income rose 4% from the first half of 2025 to US$1.3 billion, with the aircraft lessor reporting improvements across all its business

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MoU signing ceremony between CALC and HAECO in Hong Kong © Hong Kong

HAECO, CALC plan Hong Kong engine support platform

MRO & Production

HAECO and China Aircraft Leasing Group (CALC) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to jointly develop an engine lifecycle support platform in Hong Kong. The agreement establishes a strategic framework for the two Hong Kong-based companies to expand cooperation in high value-added aviation services, while supporting the city’s development as an international aviation hub.

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American Airlines will start fleetwide upgrades with installation of seatback screens at every seat and increased premium seats across the narrow-body fleet

American bets big on premium cabins and seatback screens in narrow-body overhaul

Other News

American Airlines (American) has unveiled a major overhaul of its narrow-body fleet, with plans to install seatback entertainment screens at every seat while substantially increasing the proportion of premium and extra-legroom seating. The investment will see premium seating grow from around 25% of seats on the airline’s narrow-body departures today to approximately 40% in the

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The Hercules C-130H was formally handed over on August 19.

GMF completes C-130H Hercules modernisation

Military & Defense

Garuda Maintenance Facility Aero Asia (GMF) has completed the modernisation of an Indonesian Air Force C-130H Hercules. The aircraft, A-1319, was formally handed over by GMF CEO Andi Fahrurrozi to Indonesia’s Ministry of Defence on August 19, at GMF’s Hangar 4. The ceremony was witnessed by Indonesian Defence Minister Sjafrie Sjamsoeddin. A-1319 is the second

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