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DAILY AVIATION NEWS ALERT

August 20th 2026
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Construction has started on Airbus' Belfast wing facility extension

Airbus kicks off wing facility extension in Belfast

Construction has started on a 6,221 m² extension to Airbus’ Belfast wing facility as the manufacturer prepares to ramp up A220 production. The project forms part of a wider multi-million-pound investment plan for the site and is scheduled for completion in the first half of 2028. The extension will increase the facility’s wing manufacturing footprint and advanced composite capabilities. It …
© BOC Aviation has reported sustained growth in the first half of 2026

BOC posts increased first-half profit

BOC Aviation reported net profit after tax of US$357 million for the first half of 2026, up 4% year on year and marking another record result excluding non-recurring items. Total revenues and other income rose 4% from the first half of 2025 to US$1.3 billion, with the aircraft lessor reporting improvements across all its business lines. BOC Aviation invested US$2.3 …
X360 platform

Air Transat deploys stratosX X360 platform, becomes launch costumer

stratosX, a technology company developing AI-enabled airline orchestration systems, has announced that Air Transat has deployed X360, its decision-support platform designed to strengthen airline response to irregular operations (IROPS), including flight delays, cancellations and schedule changes. The deployment makes Air Transat, a leading leisure airline, stratosX’s launch airline customer. X360 has been integrated into the carrier’s operations centre to improve …
PEM-Air has selected Ramco Aviation Software as the technological foundation for its engine MRO operations

Pem-Air selects Ramco for engine MRO operations

Pem-Air has selected Ramco Aviation Software as the technology platform for its engine MRO operations as the company expands its support for larger and next-generation engine types. Ramco Systems Corporation, USA, a subsidiary of Ramco Systems Limited, said its aviation software will support Pem-Air’s growing engine portfolio, which includes the GE90 and Trent 700, as well as newer engines such …
Yaqoob bin Saif bin Hamoud Al Kiyumi

SalamAir appoints Yaqoob Al Kiyumi as CEO

SalamAir has appointed Eng. Yaqoob bin Saif bin Hamoud Al Kiyumi as Chief Executive Officer, effective October 1, 2026. The Omani airline said the appointment marks a new chapter in its development as it continues to pursue its strategic priorities, with a focus on sustainable growth, operational excellence and an enhanced customer experience. Al Kiyumi will lead SalamAir through its …
MoU signing ceremony between CALC and HAECO in Hong Kong © Hong Kong

HAECO, CALC plan Hong Kong engine support platform

HAECO and China Aircraft Leasing Group (CALC) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to jointly develop an engine lifecycle support platform in Hong Kong. The agreement establishes a strategic framework for the two Hong Kong-based companies to expand cooperation in high value-added aviation services, while supporting the city’s development as an international aviation hub. Under the MoU, HAECO and …

American bets big on premium cabins and seatback screens in narrow-body overhaul

Omni selects Honeywell weather radar for entire AW139 fleet

GMF completes C-130H Hercules modernisation

FAI adds second Global 6000 of 2026 as long-range fleet grows

Stratos adds Air Transat as new client with A321-200 acquisition

FlightPath3D expands Gogo partnership

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