Archer Aviation (Archer) has signed a partnership agreement with the Government of the Republic of Serbia as the country positions itself to play a leading role in the adoption of electric air taxis across Europe. Under the agreement, Serbia has selected Archer as its preferred eVTOL partner and retains the option to acquire an initial
ST Engineering’s Commercial Aerospace business has expanded its longstanding partnership with LOT Polish Airlines (LOT) with the signing of a new five-year nacelle MRO agreement covering the carrier’s fleet of 15 Boeing 787 Dreamliners. The exclusive agreement not only renews ST Engineering’s role as LOT’s nacelle MRO provider but also introduces a structured refurbishment programme
Macroeconomic and Airline Outlook The economic outlook for 2026 looks broadly similar to that of 2025, with plenty of disruption, rapid market reactions and, hopefully, a gradual descent towards calmer conditions. Inflation is easing, interest rates are drifting lower, and oil prices are expected to remain subdued, reflecting weaker demand from China and steady supply
SkyWorks Holdings announced the completion of multiple transactions and the launch of new mandates during the fourth quarter of 2025 across its advisory and asset management platform. The firm advised a North American low-cost carrier on amendments to its aircraft order book and separately supported another North American low-cost carrier on its commercial, business and
Ethiopian Airlines, Africa’s largest carrier, has ordered nine Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft as demand for long-haul travel continues to grow. The airline will deploy the 787-9 jets to expand its route network, which currently serves 145 international destinations. The latest 787 order follows Ethiopian Airlines’ commitment for 11 Boeing 737 MAX aircraft announced at the
Elfly Group (Elfy), the developer of the all-electric amphibious aircraft NOEMI, has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with UrbanLink, a US-based zero-emission mobility company backed by airline entrepreneur Ed Wegel. The agreement marks a significant step forward for both companies in advancing sustainable regional transport solutions. The MoU includes a ten plus ten soft
Daher has unveiled the latest addition to its TBM aircraft family, the TBM 980, featuring Garmin’s third-generation G3000® PRIME avionics. The new model delivers an enhanced piloting experience and incorporates cabin upgrades designed to further improve passenger comfort. The TBM 980 was officially introduced on January 15, at Daher Aircraft’s TBM production facility in Tarbes,
Delta Air Lines (Delta) has announced plans to add 30 new Boeing 787 Dreamliner wide-body aircraft as part of its ongoing fleet renewal strategy, aimed at improving fuel efficiency while enhancing the onboard experience for customers. The 787 will represent a new aircraft type for Delta and will complement the airline’s previous order for 100
On January 12, ATR, the regional aircraft manufacturer, and JSX, the United States’ public charter air carrier marked a key milestone in their partnership with a ceremony at Santa Monica Airport to showcase JSX’s first ATR 42-600 aircraft. JSX began operating its first ATR 42-600 in December 2025, on the Santa Monica to Las Vegas
AerCap Holdings N.V. has signed purchase and lease-back agreements with Virgin Atlantic covering six new Airbus A330-900 aircraft from the airline’s existing order book. Deliveries are scheduled to commence in the second quarter of 2026 and continue through to the fourth quarter of 2027. “We are delighted to deepen our long-standing partnership with Virgin Atlantic
