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Airbus forecasts traffic growth driven by urbanisation and increased connectivity

Airbus sees air travel boom fuelled by urban growth

Airbus expects long-term demand for air travel to remain strong over the next two decades, driven by urbanisation, economic growth and the continued expansion of the global middle class, according to its 2026-2045 Global Market Forecast. The aircraft manufacturer predicts that growth will increasingly come from smaller cities rather than major metropolitan centres. Rising incomes, […]

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NATO will begin formal negotiations with Saab regarding the acquisition of up to ten GlobalEye Airborne Early Warning & Control systems

NATO picks Saab GlobalEye

NATO has selected Saab’s GlobalEye as its next-generation airborne early warning and control (AEW&C) platform and will begin formal negotiations for the acquisition of up to ten aircraft, Secretary General Mark Rutte announced at the Alliance’s summit in Ankara, Türkiye. The procurement forms part of NATO’s programme to replace its existing AEW&C fleet and modernise

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Sentry enhances its North American footprint with AirStart acquisition

Sentry bolsters regional parts business with AirStart acquisition

Sentry Aerospares (Sentry), a portfolio company of Acorn Capital Management, has acquired Canadian aircraft components distributor AirStart Inc., broadening its position in the regional aviation aftermarket and expanding its presence in North America. AirStart is an independent stocking distributor of rotable aircraft components, with a strong focus on regional aircraft platforms and an established position

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H125 helicopter

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’

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FTAI, AEI partner on lower-cost 737 freighters

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

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

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Embraer gains key India certification for E-Jets

Embraer E-jets gain India certification

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

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