U.S. Customs orders ten Airbus H125 helicopters

U.S. Customs and Border Protection Air and Marine Operations (CBP AMO) has ordered ten Airbus H125 helicopters to strengthen its airborne law enforcement, border security and public safety capabilities across the United States. The aircraft will support a wide range of missions, including border surveillance, patrol and tactical operations in demanding environments. Manufactured at Airbus’ […]

U.S. Customs orders ten Airbus H125 helicopters Read More »

Stratos has acquired three leased aircraft

Stratos broadens airline portfolio

Aircraft & Engines

Aircraft investment specialist Stratos has acquired three leased aircraft, adding Asiana Airlines, Southwest Airlines and Virgin Australia to its portfolio of airline customers while expanding its investor base. The acquisitions comprise an Airbus A321 (MSN 5173) leased to Asiana Airlines, a Boeing 737-800 (MSN 38875) leased to Southwest Airlines, and a Boeing 737-700 (MSN 38128)

Stratos broadens airline portfolio Read More »

Hydrogen-powered fuel cell engine mounted on an aircraft

Airbus and MTU advance hydrogen engine venture

Aircraft & Engines

Airbus and MTU Aero Engines (MTU) plan to deepen their partnership by establishing a joint venture dedicated to developing and commercialising a fully electric hydrogen fuel cell engine. The planned venture marks the next milestone in the collaboration announced through the memorandum of understanding (MoU) signed at the Paris Air Show in June 2025. The

Airbus and MTU advance hydrogen engine venture Read More »

FTAI, AEI partner on lower-cost 737 freighters

FTAI, AEI team-up on 737-800 freighter solution

MRO & Production

FTAI Aviation and Aeronautical Engineers, Inc. (AEI) have formed a partnership to offer a lower-cost Boeing 737-800 freighter solution for airlines worldwide by combining engine maintenance and passenger-to-freighter conversion services. The collaboration brings together FTAI’s CFM56 engine maintenance capabilities with AEI’s expertise in cargo conversions to deliver customised freighter aircraft with lower operating costs and

FTAI, AEI team-up on 737-800 freighter solution Read More »

Embraer gains key India certification for E-Jets

Embraer E-jets gain India certification

Aircraft & Engines

Embraer has secured Type Certification from India’s Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) for several aircraft in its E-jets family, including the E190, E195 and E195-E2, paving the way for broader operations in the country. The certification supports Embraer’s ambitions in India’s growing regional aviation market and aligns with the government’s UDAN connectivity programme. The

Embraer E-jets gain India certification Read More »

Deucalion has acquired one Airbus A320-200 aircraft on lease to Vueling Airlines

Deucalion acquires Vueling-leased A320

Aircraft & Engines

Deucalion has acquired an Airbus A320-200 on lease to Vueling Airlines, the Spanish low-cost carrier and a member of International Airlines Group (IAG). The lessor acted as arranger on behalf of an institutional investor and will continue to serve as lease servicer for the duration of the lease. Financial terms were not disclosed. The aircraft

Deucalion acquires Vueling-leased A320 Read More »

Avia Solutions Group appoints Zilvinas Lapinskas as CEO

People

Avia Solutions Group has appointed Zilvinas Lapinskas as Chief Executive Officer, effective July 7, to lead the next phase of the company’s global expansion. Lapinskas brings extensive international aviation experience and a strong track record of scaling businesses in highly regulated markets. As CEO of FL Technics Group, he transformed the company from a European

Avia Solutions Group appoints Zilvinas Lapinskas as CEO Read More »

Saudia Cargo to add four Boeing 777 freighters to its fleet

Aircraft & Engines

Saudia Cargo has announced the addition of four Boeing 777-200 freighters as part of its strategy to double its dedicated cargo fleet and strengthen its operational capabilities in line with Saudi Vision 2030 and the National Transport and Logistics Strategy. The fleet expansion will enhance the carrier’s global network and enable it to meet rising

Saudia Cargo to add four Boeing 777 freighters to its fleet Read More »

DAE, Neuberger launch leasing venture Mustang Aerospace

Aircraft & Engines

Dubai Aerospace Enterprise (DAE) and Neuberger Specialty Finance have agreed to establish Mustang Aerospace, a new aircraft leasing co-investment platform targeting around US$6 billion in aircraft investments over the medium term. The venture will enable DAE and funds managed by Neuberger Specialty Finance to acquire a diversified portfolio of aircraft to meet growing demand from

DAE, Neuberger launch leasing venture Mustang Aerospace Read More »

Technology to unlock aviation capacity © SITA

SITA charts path to 10bn passengers

Other News

Aviation is preparing to handle twice as many passengers within a generation without doubling the number of airports, aircraft or border staff, according to SITA’s Impact Report 2025, which highlights technology as the key enabler of future growth. With the industry expected to carry eight billion passengers a year within the next 20 to 25

SITA charts path to 10bn passengers Read More »

Heike Tamm

U.S. Customs orders ten Airbus H125 helicopters

Stratos broadens airline portfolio

Airbus and MTU advance hydrogen engine venture

FTAI, AEI team-up on 737-800 freighter solution

Embraer E-jets gain India certification

Deucalion acquires Vueling-leased A320

Avia Solutions Group appoints Zilvinas Lapinskas as CEO

Saudia Cargo to add four Boeing 777 freighters to its fleet

DAE, Neuberger launch leasing venture Mustang Aerospace

SITA charts path to 10bn passengers

Stay Connected

Subscribe