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Aircraft & Engines

Eve has conducted a flight of its full-scale engineering prototype at its test facility in Gavião Peixoto for government authorities

Eve showcases eVTOL progress in Brazil flight demo

Eve Air Mobility (Eve) has successfully conducted a flight of its full-scale engineering prototype at Embraer’s test facility in Gavião Peixoto, Brazil, for Brazilian government officials, including President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva. The milestone marks further progress in Eve’s flight test campaign as it moves towards certification of its electric vertical take-off and landing

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Wizz Air has started to phase out its A321ceo aircraft ©

Wizz Air begins A321ceo phase-out

Low-cost airline Wizz Air has reached a key milestone in its long-term fleet renewal strategy as its Airbus A321ceo aircraft begin to exit the fleet. The aircraft, originally delivered in December 2016, is the first of 41 A321ceo aircraft scheduled to be phased out between now and March 2029. Most of the A321ceo fleet is

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CF6-80 engine © GE Aerospace

AerFin CF6 sale underscores Japanese investor demand

AerFin, the aviation asset specialist focused on the acquisition, sale, leasing and repair of aircraft, engines and components, has completed the sale of a CF6-80 engine to a Japanese investor, underlining continued demand from one of the world’s most established and sophisticated aviation investment markets. Japanese investors remain active in the engine sector, attracted by

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B777-300ERSF referred to as the 'Big Twin'

AerCap leases first 777-300ERSF freighters to Ethiopian Airlines

AerCap has signed lease agreements with Ethiopian Airlines for two Boeing 777-300ERSF converted freighters, marking the introduction of the aircraft type—often referred to as “The Big Twin”—to the African market. The aircraft are scheduled for delivery in the second quarter of 2028 and the 777-300ERSF will be the first of its kind to operate on

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Image of a Finnair Embraer E192-E2 jet

Finnair bets big on next-generation fleet

Finnair has signed an agreement for up to 46 Embraer E195-E2 aircraft, including 18 firm orders, 16 options and 12 purchase rights. The E195-E2s will replace the airline’s older aircraft, underpinning its strategy for profitable growth. Chosen for its superior efficiency, reliability and passenger appeal, the E195-E2 is the quietest single-aisle jet currently available and

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3TOP has acquired a B737-800 NG formerly operated by AnadoluJet

3TOP expands inventory with 737-800 acquisition

3TOP Aviation Services (3TOP), an aftermarket support provider in the commercial aviation sector, has announced the acquisition of a Boeing 737-800 next-generation aircraft. The aircraft, formerly operated by AnadoluJet and identified as MSN 33820, along with its associated CFM56-7B engines (ESNs 893353 and 893354), will be added to the company’s growing inventory. This acquisition strengthens

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Collins Aerospace has initiated powertrain testing for the Clean Aviation SWITCH project

Hybrid-electric aviation gains momentum

Collins Aerospace has commenced initial testing of electric motor drive systems for the European Union’s Clean Aviation SWITCH project, marking an important step forward in the development of hybrid-electric propulsion. The work represents a key step towards demonstrating the technology on a full-scale Pratt & Whitney GTF™ engine. Testing is being carried out at Collins’

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SATENA has taken delivery of De Haviland Canada's 1000th DHC-6 Twin Otter aircraft

Twin Otter milestone: 1,000th aircraft delivered

De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Limited (De Havilland Canada) is marking a defining moment in aviation history with the delivery of its 1,000th DHC-6 Twin Otter. This milestone aircraft, together with the 999th Twin Otter, will join the fleet of SATENA, Colombia’s state-owned regional airline, representing both a global production achievement and a significant step

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Aero Engine Leasing has launched, initially focusing on CFM engine platforms

Aero Engine Leasing launches to target high-demand CFM leasing market

Aero Engine Leasing (AEL), a newly established aviation leasing platform, has officially announced its launch, marking a strategic expansion into the global engine leasing market. Built on deep industry expertise and strong strategic partnerships, AEL will focus on delivering premium, asset-backed leasing solutions for airlines and operators worldwide. Founded by a team with extensive experience

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Collins Aerospace has completed the Clean Aviation Joint Undertaking HECATE project

Collins advances hybrid-electric aviation with HECATE milestone

Collins Aerospace has successfully completed the HECATE project, part of the European Union’s ‘Clean Aviation Joint Undertaking’, with support from UK Research and Innovation. The initiative reached Technology Readiness Level 5 (TRL5), demonstrating the electrical architecture design for future hybrid-electric aircraft under real-world conditions. The Hybrid-ElectriC regional Aircraft distribution TEchnologies (HECATE) project achieved this milestone

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