Electric propulsion unit for the Bristell B23 Energic © H55

H55 to integrate ENGINeUS electric motor into Bristell B23 Energic

April 13, 2026

Safran Electrical & Power and H55, a Swiss-based company specialising in certified electric propulsion and certification-grade energy storage systems for aviation, have signed an agreement to integrate Safran’s ENGINeUS electric motor into H55’s electric propulsion system for the fully electric Bristell B23 Energic aircraft. The collaboration aims to deliver certified electric propulsion solutions for general

BOC Aviation starts 2026 with strong momentum

April 13, 2026

BOC Aviation has reported a robust set of operational transactions for the first quarter ended March 31, 2026, underpinned by strong demand for aircraft and disciplined financial execution. Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director Steven Townend said the company made a solid start to the year, delivering ten aircraft during the quarter and signing 20

Werner Aero acquires A320-200 from AerCap

April 10, 2026

Werner Aero has acquired an Airbus A320-200 (MSN 3366) from AerCap, reinforcing its strategy to grow a robust inventory of high-quality aftermarket aircraft components. The aircraft is set to be delivered to Greenwood–Leflore Airport, where it will undergo disassembly. This process will enable Werner Aero to extract a wide range of serviceable parts to support

DAE and BXCI launch aircraft investment platform ‘Equator’

April 9, 2026

Dubai Aerospace Enterprise (DAE) and Blackstone Credit & Insurance (BXCI) have signed an agreement to partner on the launch of a new long-term global investment programme, branded ‘Equator’, which will invest in aircraft leased to commercial airlines, with a target annual deployment of approximately US$1.6 billion. Equator will build a diversified portfolio of commercial aircraft

SKY Airline has signed long-term lease agreements with BOC Aviation for three Airbus A321XLR aircraft

BOC Aviation signs A321XLR lease deal with SKY

April 8, 2026

BOC Aviation has signed an agreement to purchase and lease back three Airbus A321XLR aircraft to new customer SKY Airline (SKY) under long-term operating leases. All aircraft will be powered by Pratt & Whitney GTF engines, with deliveries scheduled for 2026 and 2027. Steven Townend, Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director of BOC Aviation, said

VNH orders Airbus H225 trio to boost offshore operations

April 7, 2026

Vietnam Helicopter Corporation (VNH), through its subsidiaries Southern Vietnam Helicopter Company and Northern Vietnam Helicopter Company, has placed an order for three Airbus H225 helicopters. The acquisition supports the continued expansion of its offshore energy operations while enabling the gradual replacement of ageing aircraft within its fleet. According to VNH leadership, the H225 has consistently

Crews responded to cool the brakes and wheels after a five-minute waiting period passed

Boeing 777-9 endures extreme brake test

April 7, 2026

Boeing’s 777-9 programme has completed a critical maximum brake energy test at Edwards Air Force Base, simulating one of the most demanding scenarios the aircraft could encounter. As part of certification requirements, the aircraft was loaded to its maximum take-off weight and accelerated to around 190 knots before pilots aborted the take-off and relied solely

New South Korean carrier SUM Air has ordered four ATR 72-600 aircraft © SUM Air

South Korea’s SUM Air orders new ATR aircraft

April 3, 2026

SUM Air, South Korea’s newest regional airline, has placed an order for four new ATR 72-600 aircraft, with options for four additional units, with deliveries scheduled from 2028. The agreement was signed during the France–Korea bilateral economic forum in Seoul, attended by the French President, marking a significant milestone for the airline, which commenced commercial

Shahin Mehrabanzad Vice President Engine Programmes and Support Solutions

Azorra expands engine portfolio with DAE deal

April 3, 2026

Azorra has announced the successful acquisition of nine General Electric CF34-10E engines from Dubai Aerospace Enterprise (DAE). The CF34-10E engines, which power Embraer E190 and E195 aircraft, will be incorporated into Azorra’s existing engine portfolio and leased to airline customers worldwide. Shahin Mehrabanzad, Vice President – Engine Programmes and Support Solutions, said: “Our latest engine

Embraer has delivered 44 aircraft in the first quarter of 2026

Embraer deliveries surge in strong first quarter

April 3, 2026

Embraer delivered 44 aircraft in the first quarter of 2026, marking a 47% year-on-year increase compared with 30 jets in the same period of 2025. The improvement was supported by advances in the company’s production levelling initiatives. In Commercial Aviation, ten aircraft were delivered during the quarter, including three E195-E2 models—the largest jets currently produced

Aircraft & Engines

H55 to integrate ENGINeUS electric motor into Bristell B23 Energic

BOC Aviation starts 2026 with strong momentum

Werner Aero acquires A320-200 from AerCap

DAE and BXCI launch aircraft investment platform ‘Equator’

BOC Aviation signs A321XLR lease deal with SKY

VNH orders Airbus H225 trio to boost offshore operations

Boeing 777-9 endures extreme brake test

South Korea’s SUM Air orders new ATR aircraft

Azorra expands engine portfolio with DAE deal

Embraer deliveries surge in strong first quarter

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