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DAILY AVIATION NEWS ALERT

October 23rd 2026
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Satair and Vietjet exchange a strategic MOU to advance aviation supply chain development at the Vietnam - Denmark Business Forum in Copenhagen

Satair and Vietjet deepen aviation supply chain ties

Satair, an Airbus services company, and Vietjet Air have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to expand long-term cooperation in aviation supply chains, materials management and aircraft lifecycle solutions. The agreement was exchanged at the Vietnam-Denmark Business Forum in Copenhagen, marking a new stage in the partnership as Vietjet expands its fleet, international network and technical infrastructure. The collaboration also …
Aero-Dienst takes delivery of first CF34-powered Challenger

Aero-Dienst takes delivery of first CF34-powered Challenger

GE Aerospace has released that Aero-Dienst has taken delivery of its first aircraft powered by the CF34 engine, as part of the German air ambulance operator’s fleet renewal programme. A second aircraft is scheduled for delivery next year. The Challenger 650 will be converted into an air ambulance after delivery, strengthening Aero-Dienst’s capacity to carry out medical transport missions. Both …
RTX

RTX sales rise 11% as adjusted net income jumps 34%

RTX reported third-quarter sales of US$25.0 billion, up 11% from a year earlier and 12% on an organic basis, as adjusted earnings per share rose 33% to US$2.26, including a US$0.25 benefit from recovery of costs under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA). GAAP earnings per share were US$1.89, including US$0.26 in acquisition accounting adjustments and US$0.11 in restructuring …
Official opening of the Tulsa facility expansion

Lufthansa Technik boosts Tulsa engine capacity

Lufthansa Technik Engine Services (LTES) is nearly doubling its engine services capacity in Tulsa, Oklahoma, increasing the number of work bays to 46 from 28 as it expands its presence in the Americas. The expanded facility will support V2500, CFM56-5B/7B, Rolls-Royce Tay 611-8/8C and GTF engines. A dedicated module shop is also planned to broaden the site’s service offering, streamline …
Inside of a flight simulator

Pan Am partners with PPOT to expand pilot training access

Pan Am Flight Academy has partnered with Professional Pilots of Tomorrow (PPOT) to support aspiring airline pilots through mentorship, training resources and industry connections. The partnership, highlighted through the NEXTGEN Pilot Programme, aims to broaden access to professional development opportunities and help pilots progress towards airline careers. As part of the agreement, PPOT members will be eligible for exclusive member …
American Airlines

American Airlines revenue climbs 19.3%, fuel costs up 67.5%

American Airlines Group reported third-quarter revenue of US$16.3 billion, up 19.3% from a year earlier and above the high end of its previously announced guidance range, as strong travel demand across geographic markets and cabin classes helped offset a sharp increase in fuel costs. Premium cabin sales rose 22.9% year on year, while main cabin revenue increased 19.5%. Total unit …
Ground breaking for the new MTU Maintenance expansion in Hannover © MTU

MTU invests €100 million in Hannover expansion

MTU Maintenance has broken ground on an extension of more than 10,000 m² at its facility in Hannover, Germany, in an investment of more than €100 million (US$112 million) to expand engine maintenance and repair capacity. The project will add 7,700 m² of production space and 2,200 m² of office space, bringing the site’s total floor area to more than …

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Setna iO signs A320 support deal with Fly2Sky

TCE helps TUI Airline expand cargo business

Airbus forecasts 46% growth in freighter fleet

CAP orders 21 more Cessna aircraft

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