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DAILY AVIATION NEWS ALERT

May 5th 2026
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Tawazun has awarded a contract to Embraer for up to 20 C-390 Millennium aircraft for the UAE Air Force © Embraer

Embraer lands largest-ever C-390 export deal

Tawazun Council for Defence Enablement, the national body responsible for enabling and regulating the UAE’s defence and security industrial ecosystem, has awarded a contract to Embraer for the procurement of ten firm C-390 Millennium aircraft, with options for a further ten, to enhance the country’s operational airlift capabilities in collaboration with a UAE-based defence company. As part of the programme, …
Aircraft hangar

Ascent Aviation Services expands wide-body MRO capabilities

Ascent Aviation Services used MRO Americas 2026 in Orlando to showcase a series of strategic developments, underlining its ambitions for continued growth in the MRO sector. Central to its presence at the event was the unveiling of two new wide-body hangars, representing a significant expansion of its infrastructure and operational capacity. These newly introduced facilities are designed to support next-generation …
© Satair is moving its headquarters to the “Public” building in Ørestad, Copenhagen

Satair relocates HQ to Ørestad, Copenhagen

Satair, an Airbus services company, has relocated its head office to the “Public” building in Ørestad, Copenhagen. The new headquarters, covering around 7,900 m² has been designed as a modern, collaborative workspace to support the company’s expanding global operations and evolving business requirements. The move reflects Satair’s ambition to reinforce its position as a leading player in the aviation aftermarket, …
Gripen C fighter jet © Saab

Hungary receives new Gripen fighters

The Hungarian Defence Forces have taken delivery of two new Gripen C fighter aircraft, which will be operated by the 101st Aviation Wing at Kecskemét Air Base. The delivery follows a contract signed in February 2024 between the Hungarian Ministry of Defence and FMV, the Swedish Defence Materiel Administration, and represents the first tranche of four aircraft. It also underlines …
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Asia-Pacific push for Cabinair–Summit platform

Cabinair Group (Cabinair) and Summit Lenso have entered into a strategic partnership to create a new aircraft modification and cabin solutions platform in the Asia-Pacific region, with initial operations centred in Thailand. The venture brings together complementary capabilities, combining Cabinair’s EASA-certified expertise in design, certification and modification with Summit Lenso’s advanced aerospace manufacturing credentials and strong local presence. The partnership …
Do228 NXT aircraft © GA-ATS

Do228 NXT makes successful maiden flight

A significant milestone was reached on May 2, 2026, with the successful maiden flight of the Do228 NXT demonstrator aircraft, marking a new chapter in the history of the multi-role platform and a notable moment for aircraft manufacturing in Germany. The latest iteration of the proven turboprop took to the skies nearly 45 years after the original Do228’s first flight. …

Spirit Airlines announces orderly closure of all operations

EgyptAir receives first Boeing 737 MAX aircraft

SkyWorks appoints Daniel Skwarek to Managing Director

Textron Aviation secures three-jet order from SD Aviation

HAECO, Satair ink MoU on consignment supply programme

TrueNoord confirms Arcus as new majority investor

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