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July 15, 2025
EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW
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Navigating the skies: Balancing India's aviation boom with experience
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Slow Fade of the Four-Engine Airliner
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News

March 4, 2026
ZeroAvia Signs Deal to Support Korean Atomic Energy Research Institute (KAERI) in Development and Testing of Composite Liquid Hydrogen Storage Systems
ZeroAvia today announced that it has signed a deal which will see it support the Korean Atomic Energy Research Institute (KAERI) in the development and testing of liquid hydrogen storage systems for aircraft.
February 19, 2026
American Airlines selects CFM engines and services for Airbus A321neo fleet expansion
American Airlines and CFM International, a 50/50 joint company between GE Aerospace and Safran Aircraft Engines, today announced that American's future deliveries of Airbus A321neo aircraft will continue to be powered by the CFM LEAP-1A engine.
February 19, 2026
SpiceJet Receives MoU for 10 Aircraft; Capacity Set to More Than Double This Year
Airline doubled capacity in the last quarter; targets 225 crore Available Seat Kilometres and over 300 daily flights by Winter 2026
February 18, 2026
Vietnam Airlines Finalizes Order for 50 Boeing 737 MAX Airplanes
Boeing and Vietnam Airlines announced today the Vietnamese flag carrier finalized its first Boeing single-aisle order for 50 737 MAX airplanes.
February 18, 2026
Boeing and Sun PhuQuoc Airways Announce Order for Up to 40 787 Dreamliner Jets
New luxury airline makes first direct jet purchase to grow tourism and economy on Vietnam's largest island
February 6, 2026
Airnorth strengthens long-term partnership with Embraer through fleet support agreement
Airnorth has strengthened its long-standing relationship with Embraer through a new multi-year support agreement with Embraer, reinforcing the airline's commitment to safe, reliable operations across Northern Australia and beyond.
February 5, 2026
CAE to deliver breakthrough full flight simulator to Embraer-CAE Training Services to train the first wave of Eve Air Mobility pilots
Simulator features CAE Prodigy™ immersive visual environment, providing a high fidelity, hyper realistic imagery essential for eVTOL pilot training and certification
February 5, 2026
AutoFlight Unveils World's First 5-Ton Class eVTOL Aircraft
AutoFlight has unveiled Matrix, the world's first 5-ton class electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft, which successfully completed a public full transition flight demonstration at the company's low-altitude flight test facility center.
February 4, 2026
Boeing announces largest-ever Landing Gear Exchange agreement at Singapore Airshow
Boeing announced the largest landing gear exchange contract in Boeing's history at the Singapore Airshow.
February 4, 2026
ANA receives Boeing's 100th 787 Landing Gear Exchange Delivery
Boeing's Landing Gear Exchange program offers airlines a cost-effective, efficient solution for maintaining their fleets.
February 3, 2026
ST Engineering AirX Marks Key Milestone in Bringing Wing-in-Ground Innovation to Market in Asia with Two Strategic Partnerships
Marking a major step forward in redefining coastal and regional water transport in Asia, ST Engineering AirX, a JV of ST Engineering's...
February 3, 2026
Boeing and Air Cambodia Announce Airline's Largest Single-Aisle Order for up to 20 737 MAX Jets
Boeing and Air Cambodia today announced the airline's largest single-aisle order for up to 20 737 MAX airplanes in an agreement unveiled at the Singapore Airshow.
February 3, 2026
Embraer Signs AHEAD Agreement with Virgin Australia for Predictive Maintenance Support
Embraer has signed a long-term agreement with Virgin Australia to equip its E2 fleet with the AHEAD (Aircraft Health Analysis and Diagnosis) system.
February 3, 2026
GE Aerospace successfully demonstrates narrowbody hybrid electric engine system in ground test
GE Aerospace announced today a new test milestone for hybrid electric aviation, successfully demonstrating power transfer, extraction, and injection in a high-bypass commercial turbofan engine.
January 29, 2026
Inauguration of Project Towards Development of Civil Aviation Infrastructure at Leh
A project aimed at developing civil aviation infrastructure at Air Force Station Leh was inaugurated on January 28, 2026 by Shri Kavinder Gupta, Lieutenant Governor of The Union Territory of Ladakh in the presence of Air Marshal J.S. Mann, Senior Air Staff Officer, Western Air Command.
January 20, 2026
Boeing and Ethiopian Airlines Announce Order for Nine 787 Dreamliners
Boeing and Ethiopian Airlines announced today Africa's largest carrier ordered nine 787 Dreamliner airplanes as demand for long-haul travel continues to rise.
January 15, 2026
Saudia and Air India Sign Codeshare Agreement
Saudia, the national flag carrier of Saudi Arabia, and Air India, India's leading global airline, have signed a codeshare agreement that will take effect in February.
January 13, 2026
Delta Air Lines Orders up to 60 Boeing 787 Dreamliners to Grow, Modernize Widebody Fleet
Boeing and Delta Air Lines today announced the U.S. carrier placed its first direct order for up to 60 787 Dreamliners to support long-haul international growth and renew the airline's widebody fleet.
January 13, 2026
Aviation Capital Group Orders 50 Boeing 737 MAX Jets
Boeing and Aviation Capital Group LLC (ACG) announced today the airplane lessor has placed a new order for 50 737 MAX jets, including 25 737-8 and 25 737-10 airplanes.
January 7, 2026
Boeing and Alaska Airlines Announce Largest Airplane Order in Airline's History
Boeing and Alaska Airlines today announced the carrier's largest-ever airplane order as part of its long-term plan to expand its domestic and international route networks.
January 5, 2026
Boeing Continues Platinum Level Sponsorship of EAA AirVenture Oshkosh
Boeing announced the continuation of its Platinum Level sponsorship with the Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA), particularly for its annual EAA AirVenture Oshkosh fly-in convention.
December 30, 2025
Air India Express Receives First Custom Designed Boeing Aeroplane from the Historic Order
The 51st Boeing 737-8 aircraft is the first of 140 custom- configured Boeing aircraft to join the airline's rapidly expanding fleet.
December 30, 2025
HAL's Dhruv New Generation (NG) Helicopter Makes Inaugural Flight; Marks Firm Entry into Civil Aviation Sector
HAL's Dhruv New Generation (NG) helicopter successfully completed its inaugural flight today, marking HAL's firm entry into the civil aviation helicopter sector and a significant milestone in India's journey towards 'Aatmanirbharta' in civil aviation.
December 23, 2025
Porter Airlines Achieves Major Milestone with 50th Embraer E195-E2
Embraer has delivered the 50th E195-E2 aircraft to Porter Airlines, marking a major milestone in one of North America's most dynamic fleet expansions.
December 22, 2025
First Cessna SkyCourier Delivered into Mexico, Expanding Air Freight Capabilities for FlexCoah
The first Cessna SkyCourier in Mexico was recently delivered to cargo transportation provider FlexCoah for use by the company's aviation subsidiary, Altair.
December 19, 2025
Safety Seminar 2025
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), under the Ministry of Civil Aviation, successfully hosted a Safety Seminar 2025 at the Indian Aviation Academy, New Delhi.
December 15, 2025
JETEX invests in Azzera to advance sustainable aviation initiatives
Aviation sustainability provider Azzera Inc. announces that JETEX, a global leader in private aviation, is the latest strategic investor in the digital carbon-management platform.
December 15, 2025
Civil Air Patrol Expands Fleet With 15 New Cessna Aircraft to Support Lifesaving and Community Missions
Latest deliveries bring CAP's Cessna fleet to more than 500 aircraft nationwide
December 10, 2025
Boeing and United Airlines Test Advanced Digital Communications for the Future of Flight
Boeing and United Airlines have conducted flight tests to evaluate a modernized data communication system designed to improve information flow between the flight deck, air traffic control and airline operation centers.
December 9, 2025
SpiceJet Strengthens Fleet with Addition of Two Boeing 737 Aircraft
SpiceJet has inducted two Boeing 737 aircraft into its fleet, further strengthening its operational capability and capacity across key domestic and international routes.
December 1, 2025
Pipistrel Achieves Historic Type Certification in Colombia
Pipistrel, a Textron Inc. company, today announced that Aerocivil, the Colombian Civil Aviation Authority, has issued the type certificate for the currently produced Pipistrel Explorer, Velis Club and the X-Eye, a variant of the 121A Explorer for aerial surveying.
November 24, 2025
Embraer celebrates delivery of 1,700 Ipanema cropdusters
Embraer, one of the global leaders in the aerospace sector, celebrated the delivery of the 1,700th Ipanema cropduster.
November 17, 2025
Boeing Distribution launches unified ecommerce platform
The new platform marks a key milestone in Boeing Distribution's modernization and integration journey, and continues to build the foundation for growth.
November 14, 2025
Embraer Hosts China Airline Business Seminar to Foster Industry Dialogue on Sustainable Growth
The seminar highlights strategic pathways for Chinese airlines amid evolving market dynamics
November 13, 2025
Embraer reaffirms its commitment to decarbonization at COP30
A pioneer in sustainable aviation, Embraer is reaffirming its commitment to reducing greenhouse gas emissions during COP30, the 30th UN Climate Change Conference – where the company will be present this weekend.
November 13, 2025
Omnisys Unveils Field-Proven BRO™ C-UAS Platform to Safeguard Airports Against Evolving Drone Threats
The system provides real-time vulnerability mapping and operational decision support, ensuring airport continuity while minimizing disruptions and costs.
November 12, 2025
Pipistrel Velis Electro, Explorer, Velis Club aircraft earn type certificate validation from Transport Canada
Pipistrel, a Textron Inc. company, today announced that Transport Canada has validated the type certificate for the currently produced Pipistrel Explorer, Velis Club and Velis Electro.
November 10, 2025
Eve Air Mobility and Revo Announce First Real-World Deployment of Vector Software at 2025 São Paulo Grand Prix
Eve Air Mobility (“Eve”) has named Korea Aerospace Industries Ltd. (KAI), as supplier for its electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft’s pylons.
November 10, 2025
ZeroAvia and Hybrid Air Vehicles Sign Agreement to Collaborate on Zero-Emission Airlander
ZeroAvia and Hybrid Air Vehicles today announced that they have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to partner on development of a hydrogen-electric variant of Airlander 10.
November 6, 2025
Air Astana Selects up to 15 Boeing 787 Dreamliners to Expand Global Network
Boeing and Air Astana JSC announced today the Kazakhstan flag carrier will purchase up to 15 787 Dreamliners to grow and modernize its fleet.
November 6, 2025
Boeing Pioneering Next-Generation Training Tools with Launch of Virtual Airplane
Boeing announced the launch of its latest product, Virtual Airplane Procedures Trainer (VAPT) at the European Aviation Training Summit.
November 6, 2025
Boeing and Somon Air Announce Commitment for Up to 14 Airplanes
Boeing and Somon Air today announced Tajikistan's national air carrier has committed to place its largest-ever order, selecting up to 14 fuel-efficient 787 Dreamliner and 737 MAX airplanes.
November 6, 2025
Uzbekistan Airways Finalizes Order for Eight More Boeing 787 Dreamliners
Boeing and Uzbekistan Airways announced today the conversion of options into a firm order for eight 787 Dreamliners, bringing the flag carrier's total order book to 22 of the versatile widebody jets.
November 6, 2025
ZeroAvia Successful in €21m European Union Grant Application to Deliver World's First Network of Hydrogen Aircraft in Norway
ZeroAvia today announced that its application to the Innovation Fund for a €21.4m grant to support the introduction of hydrogen-electric aircraft has been selected for grant agreement preparation.
November 4, 2025
Embraer Earnings Results 3Q25
2025 Guidance reiterated. From an operations point of view, the company estimates Commercial Aviation deliveries between 77 and 85 aircraft, and Executive Aviation deliveries between 145 and 155 aircraft.
October 28, 2025
HAL and UAC Sign MoU in Moscow for Production of SJ-100
Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) and Public Joint Stock Company United Aircraft Corporation (PJSC-UAC) Russia signed an MoU for production of civil commuter aircraft SJ-100 in Moscow, Russia on October 27, 2025.
October 15, 2025
Eve Air Mobility and InvestSP hold summit to accelerate regulation and infrastructure for eVTOL flights in Brazil
Event brought together authorities and industry leaders to discuss regulatory advances, vertiport deployment and workforce training in the Urban Air Mobility sector
October 15, 2025
Virgin Atlantic selects Boeing to enable high-speed, streaming quality Wi-Fi across 787 fleet
Boeing and Virgin Atlantic have agreed to implement connectivity modifications across Virgin Atlantic's fleet of Boeing 787 Dreamliners.
October 13, 2025
Boeing, Airline Partners Set New Standard for Parts Authentication
Boeing, in partnership with Southwest Airlines (SWA) and Aeroxchange Ltd., has successfully completed the aerospace industry's first parts shipment accompanied by a digital 8130-3 certificate—an electronic version of the FAA-governed 8130-3 Authorized Release Certificate.
September 29, 2025
GPS Renewables and CSIR-NCL Launch NG SAF: An Indigenous Ethanol-to-SAF Technology
GPS Renewables, one of the leading global full-stack, renewable oil & gas companies offering technology and project solutions for climate-positive biofuel projects, has partnered with Council of Scientific and Industrial Research – National Chemical Laboratory (CSIR-NCL) to develop a first-of-a-kind commercial-scale production of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) from ethanol.
September 25, 2025
Norwegian Group Places New Order for Boeing 737 MAX
Boeing and Norwegian Group announced today that the airline group has placed an order for 30 737-8 airplanes as the airline looks to expand its service across Europe.
September 25, 2025
Turkish Airlines Orders up to 75 Boeing 787 Dreamliners, Commits to More 737 MAX Jets
Boeing and Turkish Airlines announced today a firm order for up to 75 787 Dreamliners, the flag carrier's largest ever Boeing widebody purchase.
September 22, 2025
Uzbekistan Airways Orders up to 22 Boeing 787 Dreamliners, Airline's Largest-ever Purchase
Boeing and Uzbekistan Airways announced today the single largest order in the airline's history as the flag carrier plans to acquire up to 22 787 Dreamliners.
September 22, 2025
LATAM group announces plan to boost connectivity in South America with the Embraer E195-E2
LATAM Airlines Group S.A. and its affiliates today announced an agreement with Embraer and plans to expand connectivity across South America, supported by the acquisition of up to 74 Embraer E195-E2 small narrowbody aircraft.
September 18, 2025
Acron Aviation Announces New MRO Repair Center in India to Serve Asia-Pacific Operators
Acron Aviation today announced the launch of its new Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) center in Bangalore, India, reinforcing its commitment to provide world-class aviation support across the Asia-Pacific region.
September 17, 2025
Atech, an Embraer Group company, signs contract with ATNS to modernize air traffic flow management in South Africa
Atech, an Embraer Group company, and Air Traffic and Navigation Services (ATNS), the state-owned entity responsible for air navigation in South Africa, have signed a contract to replace their current Air Traffic Flow Management (ATFM) system.
September 10, 2025
Avelo Orders up to 100 Embraer E195 E2s to Modernize Fleet, Reduce Cost, and Fuel Growth
Avelo Airlines has placed a firm order for 50 Embraer E195 E2 aircraft, with purchase rights for 50 more, supporting the airline's strategy to deliver affordable and convenient travel across the United States.
September 3, 2025
Boeing and WestJet Announce the Airline's Largest-Ever Order for 67 Airplanes
Boeing and WestJet today announced the Canadian airline is buying 67 more Boeing jets, bringing its firm order book to 123 airplanes as the carrier plans to expand its fleet and domestic and international networks.
September 3, 2025
Embraer E190-E2 and E195-E2 Aircraft Receive Type Certification from South African Civil Aviation Authority
Embraer's E-Jets E2 family has received Type Acceptance Certification from the South African Civil Aviation Authority (SACAA); another significant milestone in the aircraft's global success and reinforcing its suitability for the African market.
September 2, 2025
Azorra delivers Australia's first Embraer E190-E2 to Virgin Australia
Azorra has delivered the first new Embraer E190-E2* twin-engine passenger aircraft to Virgin Australia, marking a new airline partnership for the lessor and the first Embraer E190-E2 to be operated by a major airline group in Australia.
September 2, 2025
Boeing, Macquarie AirFinance Announce Order for 30 737 MAX Airplanes
Boeing and Macquarie AirFinance announced today the lessor has increased its commitment to the 737 MAX with an order for 30 737-8 jets. The purchase was booked in July as unidentified on Boeing's Orders & Deliveries website.
August 25, 2025
Korean Air Commits to Record Purchase of 103 Boeing Jets to Modernize Fleet
Boeing and Korean Air announced today the airline's intent to purchase 103 of Boeing's fuel-efficient family of airplanes to modernize its fleet and support the carrier's growth as it fully integrates operations with Asiana Airlines over the next several years.
August 19, 2025
Boeing Announces Winners of National Aeromodelling Competition
Boeing announced the winners of the 10th annual Boeing National Aeromodelling Competition, one of India's largest and most popular aeromodelling programmes.
August 19, 2025
ZeroAvia Receives Signed P-1 Issue Paper from Federal Aviation Administration for 600kW Electric Propulsion System
ZeroAvia today announced that it has reached consensus with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) with an agreed and fully signed P-1 Special Conditions Issue Paper regarding certification of its 600kW electric propulsion system (EPS).
August 15, 2025
Embraer participates in the Brazilian Agricultural Aviation Congress
Embraer will participate in the Brazilian Agricultural Aviation Congress, an event that will take place from August 19 to 21 in Santo Antônio do Leverge (MT), with the theme "A look to the future".
August 13, 2025
SpiceJet to Induct Five More Boeing 737s Ahead of Winter 2025, Taking Total New Additions to 10 Aircraft
Fleet Expansion to Cater to Peak Winter and Early Summer Demand; Aircraft to Start Arriving in Early October 2025
August 13, 2025
Eve Announces $230 Million Equity Capital Raise and Dual Listing in the United States and Brazil
Eve Air Mobility (Eve), a company dedicated to the development of a suite of solutions for the Urban Air Mobility (UAM) market, including an electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft...
August 11, 2025
First Cessna SkyCourier in Mongolia to Join Hunnu Air Fleet, Enhancing Operations in Asia-Pacific Region
The Cessna SkyCourier is making its entry into Mongolia with charter operator Hunnu Air placing the first order for the versatile twin-engine turboprop aircraft in the country.
August 11, 2025
Embraer APAC Airline Business Seminar Reflects Momentum in the Region
Discussions centered around emerging trends, new opportunities for airlines and the need for greater connectivity
August 7, 2025
Airlink and Azorra finalize lease of 10 new Embraer E195-E2s
Airlink and Azorra have finalized a lease agreement that will see the Johannesburg-headquartered airline acquire 10 new Embraer E195-E2 twin-engine passenger aircraft, with the first delivery scheduled for later this year.
August 6, 2025
Cathay Pacific Orders 14 More Boeing 777-9 Passenger Jets
Boeing and Cathay Pacific today announced the Hong Kong-based carrier is ordering 14 more 777-9 passenger jets, bringing its order book to 35 of the world's largest twin-engine airplane.
July 24, 2025
AutoFlight Delivers World's First eVTOL Aircraft Exceeding One-Ton with Complete Airworthiness Certification
AutoFlight today announced the delivery of the world's first electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft exceeding one-ton maximum take-off weight to achieve complete airworthiness certification with all three required approvals from civil aviation authorities.
July 22, 2025
Boeing Forecasts 20-Year Global Demand for Nearly 2.4 Million New Commercial Pilots, Technicians, Cabin Crew
Fueled by emerging markets and changes in fleet mix, Boeing projects continued demand for aviation personnel as the global commercial fleet changes to meet the demands of the flying public.
July 17, 2025
Gulf Air to Add up to 18 Boeing 787 Dreamliners to its Widebody Fleet
Boeing and Gulf Air today announced an agreement for the purchase of 12 787 Dreamliner jets with options for six more as the Bahrain-based airline looks to further develop its international network.
July 17, 2025
ZeroAvia Granted Raft of New Patents Key to the development of Large Hydrogen Aviation Engines
Patent awards add significant strength to ZeroAvia's IP portfolio, with 45 patents granted to date
July 15, 2025
Horizon Aircraft and ZeroAvia Announce Plans to Explore Hydrogen eVTOL Propulsion
Announcement represents Horizon Aircraft's first step towards zero-emission regional air travel with a focus on real-world implementation
July 11, 2025
Viasat providing advanced satellite internet connectivity to Aeromexico's Embraer E190 fleet
Embraer, Viasat, Inc., and Aeromexico announced installation of advanced in-flight internet connectivity on Aeromexico's E190 jets, further integrating the airline's fleet with fast Wi-Fi for its customers.
July 9, 2025
Elfly Group signs deal with Cambodia's VET Airways for five 'NOEMI' seaplanes
Elfly Group, developers of the all-new NOEMI (no emissions electric seaplane) has signed an MoU, worth US$50 million, with Cambodia's VET Airways for five aircraft, committing to bring clean, go-anywhere air travel to Southeast Asia.
July 4, 2025
Northern Region Ministers' Conference on Civil Aviation held in Dehradun

Northern Region Ministers' Conference on Civil Aviation 2025, organised by the Ministry of Civil Aviation, Government of India, was held today in Dehradun, Uttarakhand with the broad vision of 'unlocking the vast potential of aviation sector in the country', as put by the Union Minister of Civil Aviation Kinjarapu Rammohan Naidu.
July 1, 2025
SAS places record order for 55 Embraer aircraft to power future growth and regional connectivity
Scandinavian Airlines (SAS) has entered into an agreement to acquire 45 Embraer E195-E2 aircraft, with purchase rights for an additional 10 aircraft — the largest SAS jet order direct from a manufacturer since 1996.
June 30, 2025
Eve Air Mobility, Aerosolutions, and Bluenest by Globalvia Sign Letter of Intent for up to 50 eVTOLs and TechCare Services
Eve Air Mobility (“Eve”) has signed a Letter of Intent (LOI) with Aerosolutions, which is developing an innovative eVTOL operator called Aeros Electric Airlines, and Bluenest by Globalvia, Globalvia's Advanced Air Mobility infrastructure developer...
June 30, 2025
Embraer Delivers First E2 Jet to Mexicana
Mexicana, Mexico's state-owned carrier, has taken delivery of their first E195-E2 aircraft from Embraer.
June 26, 2025
Seventh Helicopter & Small Aircraft Summit Held in Pune
The Ministry of Civil Aviation, in collaboration with the State Government of Maharashtra, Pawan Hans and FICCI, organized the 7th Helicopter & Small Aircraft Summit in Pune.
June 12, 2025
Embraer Highlights Potential for Intra-African Air Connectivity Growth
Embraer has published a report on the untapped potential to enhance intra-African air connectivity. The comprehensive study underscores the critical role of improved air travel in driving economic growth...
June 9, 2025
JEKTA begins flight testing of scaled PHA-ZE 100 amphibious aircraft
Trials mark a significant milestone in the program development
May 27, 2025
Embraer Joins the Polish New Mobility Association
Embraer, a leading aircraft manufacturer and a global innovator in sustainable aviation, has joined the Polish New Mobility Association (PSNM).
May 14, 2025
Boeing and Qatar Airways Announce Historic Order for up to 210 Widebody Airplanes

Qatar Airways and Boeing today announced the carrier will purchase up to 210 widebody jets, which sets new records as the largest widebody order for Boeing, including the largest order for 787 Dreamliners and Qatar Airways largest-ever order.
May 13, 2025
AviLease Places First Direct Boeing Order for up to 30 737 MAX Jets
Boeing and AviLease, a global aircraft lessor headquartered in Saudi Arabia, announced the lessor has placed its first direct order for Boeing airplanes with a firm purchase for 20 737-8 jets and options for 10 more.
May 13, 2025
ZeroAvia Launch Operator RVL Aviation to Fly World First Zero-Emission Cargo Services in the UK
ZeroAvia will provide ZA600-equipped Cessna Caravan to power initial UK domestic services, likely to be the world's first hydrogen-electric commercial operations
May 11, 2025
Hunnu Air Celebrates Launch of Embraer E2 Services Between Mongolia and China
Hunnu Air has launched scheduled services with Embraer's E195-E2 aircraft in Mongolia – the inaugural E2 flight from Ulaanbaatar to Beijing's Daxing International Airport, also marked the first time the E2 has operated on a scheduled route into mainland China.
May 8, 2025
China Airlines Announces Order for Boeing 777X Passenger and Freighter Models
Boeing and China Airlines (CAL) today announced the carrier as the newest 777X customer with an order for 10 777-9 passenger and four 777-8 Freighter airplanes.
April 30, 2025
Boeing 787 Dreamliner Fleet Eclipses 1 Billion Passengers
Boeing shared today that the 787 Dreamliner fleet has surpassed 1 billion passengers faster than any widebody commercial airplane in history, accomplishing the feat in less than 14 years since entering service.
April 25, 2025
Embraer takes Ipanema 203 agricultural airplane to Agrishow
Embraer will exhibit the Ipanema 203, the top-selling cropduster in the Brazilian agricultural aviation market, during the 30th Agrishow, taking place between April 28 and May 2 in Ribeirão Preto (SP).
April 17, 2025
Azorra Delivers Mongolia's First Embraer E195-E2 to Hunnu Air
Azorra has delivered the first of two new Embraer E195-E2 aircraft to Hunnu Air, marking a new partnership for the lessor and the first E2 to operate in Mongolia.
April 16, 2025
Embraer E190-E2 and E195-E2 Granted Type Certification in Mongolia
The Embraer E190-E2 and E195-E2, the world's most fuel-efficient and quiet single-aisle aircraft, have been awarded type acceptance certificates by the Mongolia Civil Aviation Authority (MCAA).
April 10, 2025
Embraer and Kenya Airways sign Collaborative Inventory Planning agreement
The company will provide support for 13 E-Jets, part of the airline's fleet
April 9, 2025
Embraer to Offer Intelsat's Factory Installed High Speed WiFi System
Embraer, a global aerospace industry leader, has finalized an agreement with Intelsat to install its high-speed in-flight connectivity system on E-Jet E2s during aircraft production.
April 7, 2025
StandardAero Accelerating Its Shop Visit Capacity Ramp-Up In Support Of Airbus A320neo And Boeing 737 MAX Customers Worldwide, Adding An Agreement To Provide CFM International With LEAP-1A and LEAP-1B Shop Visits
StandardAero, a leading independent pure-play provider of aerospace engine aftermarket services, including engine maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) and engine component repair, is accelerating plans to grow its annual CFM International LEAP-1A and LEAP-1B throughput capacity significantly by 2029.
April 4, 2025
Embraer to Host Aircraft Finance Summit in Tokyo, Strengthening Ties with Global and Regional Financiers

Summit to Highlight Market Potential of Embraer E2 Family and Growing Asia-Pacific Aviation Finance Ecosystem
March 31, 2025
L3Harris' Commercial Aviation Solutions (CAS) Business, now known as Acron Aviation
L3Harris Commercial Aviation Solutions (CAS) will be known as Acron Aviation to reflect its new brand following the acquisition of the business by TJC LP.
March 30, 2025
BOC Aviation Orders 50 Boeing 737 MAX Jets to Support Global Airlines
Latest 737-8 purchase to help meet increasing narrowbody demand as global air travel continues to soar
March 25, 2025
Japan Airlines Orders 17 Additional Boeing 737 MAX Jets to Refresh Fleet
Boeing and Japan Airlines (JAL) today finalized an order for 17 737-8s to leverage the fuel efficiency and flexibility of the 737 MAX. The airline aims to launch the new 737 MAX jets on its robust domestic network, amid continued record-breaking tourism.
March 21, 2025
Malaysia Aviation Group Announces Order for up to 60 Boeing 737 MAX Airplanes
Boeing and Malaysia Aviation Group today announced an order for 18 737-8 and 12 737-10 single-aisle jets to renew Malaysia Airlines' fleet with more fuel-efficient airplanes.
March 21, 2025
Malaysia Aviation Group orders CFM LEAP engines for additional Boeing 737 MAX aircraft
Malaysia Aviation Group (MAG) and CFM International (CFM) today announced an order for 60 CFM LEAP-1B engines, plus additional spares, to power MAG's new fleet of 30 Boeing 737 MAX aircraft.
March 21, 2025
The first-ever India Forum for the IAWA
International Aerospace Women's Association (IAWA) organised the first India Forum in Bengaluru at GE Aerospace's John F Welch Technology Centre
March 13, 2025
Eve Air Mobility and UI Helicopter Collaborate to Accelerate Advanced Air Mobility in South Korea
The companies will develop technical, ecosystem and infrastructure expertise the nation needs to harness AAM.
March 10, 2025
Embraer Commercial Aviation expands its sales organization with the Global Leasing and Freighter team
Embraer Commercial Aviation has formed a dedicated Global Leasing and Freighter team as it continues to strengthen its strategic position in the cargo and leasing markets.
March 5, 2025
RTX's Collins Aerospace Unveils New Engineering Development and Test Center in Bengaluru
Facility accelerates testing, improves product development efficiency, and strengthens India's position in global aerospace
February 27, 2025
RTX's Pratt & Whitney GTF Advantage™ engine achieves U.S. FAA type certification
Pratt & Whitney, an RTX business, announced that the GTF Advantage engine has achieved the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) type certification for the Airbus A320neo family.
February 25, 2025
Embraer clinches firm order for 15 E190-E2 Aircraft from Japan's ANA Group
ANA Holdings Inc., has ordered 15 E190-E2s aircraft from Embraer with options for an additional five aircraft. The selection of the E190-E2 is part of ANA's fleet renewal plan.
February 25, 2025
ANA Holdings orders CFM LEAP engines for 737 MAX and A321neo fleets
ANA Holdings and CFM International today announced an order for more than 75 LEAP engines, including both installed and spares.
February 18, 2025
ZeroAvia Confirms First Sale of Standalone Electric Propulsion System
Jetcruzer International has signed an agreement to purchase ZeroAvia's 600kW electric propulsion system to power the next stage of its electric aircraft development
February 18, 2025
Satair and Vietjet sign multi-year agreement for Integrated Material Services (IMS) solution
Satair, an Airbus Services company, and Vietjet Air have signed a multi-year agreement for Satair's Integrated Material Services (IMS), a comprehensive material solution that will support Vietjet's entire Airbus A320 and A330 fleet.
February 14, 2025
Boeing and HPCL Partner to Advance Sustainable Aviation Fuel in India
Boeing and Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Ltd. (HPCL) today announced a partnership to help advance India's sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) ecosystem and support the Indian Government's environmental goals.
February 11, 2025
Embraer and Airlink sign contract for Collaborative Inventory Planning
Embraer, a global aerospace industry leader, and Airlink, Southern Africa's premier airline, today inked a spare parts inventory support agreement covering the carrier's all-Embraer fleet of 68 aircraft.
February 10, 2025
Embraer's E-Freighter earns triple certification
Embraer's E-Freighter, the E190F, is fully certified by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) and is therefore certified for global operations.
February 7, 2025
India and South Asia Airplane Fleet to Quadruple by 2043
Boeing forecasts India and South Asia’s commercial airplane fleet will grow nearly four-fold over the next 20 years, building on sustained fleet growth throughout the last decade.
February 4, 2025
Eve collaborates with VertiMob and PRS Aeroportos in ANAC's regulatory sandbox
Participants will accelerate progress of the advanced air mobility ecosystem's operations and infrastructure
February 3, 2025
ZeroAvia Receives FAA G-1 for 600kW Electric Propulsion System
Issue paper confirms basis of certification and provides clear pathway to certification of the company's first commercial product
January 29, 2025
JEKTA strengthens operations ecosystem through new partnerships
Aerovy software and ATA insurance to empower PHA-ZE 100 operators with effective solutions.
December 24, 2024
CMG Healthy Motion Seating™: Revolutionizing Passenger Comfort and Wellness in the Skies – Presented at Red Cabin Asia Summit (Tokyo)
Dr. Paul Phipps, Comfort Motion Global's (CMG) Chief Medical Officer and Director of Research and Development, presented CMG's Healthy Motion Seating™ technology to Aviation Industry executives from Airbus, leading airlines...
December 19, 2024
Embraer and Air Serbia sign Components Pool Program Agreement
Embraer has signed a multi-year contract with Air Serbia for the Pool Program. With this agreement, the European airline will receive support for a wide range of repairable components for its two E195 joining its fleet.
December 19, 2024
Pegasus Airlines Orders Up to 200 Boeing 737-10 Airplanes
Boeing and Pegasus Airlines today announced Türkiye's leading low-cost carrier will grow and modernize its single-aisle fleet with an order for up to 200 737 MAX airplanes.
December 17, 2024
Luxair Orders More Embraer E195-E2s
Luxair, flag carrier of the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg, has signed a firm order with Embraer for two E195-E2; the most efficient aircraft in the single aisle segment. The E195-E2 small narrowbody aircraft will complement the larger narrowbody aircraft the airline has on order.
December 16, 2024
Saudia Takes Flight into the Future with Transformative Fleet Expansion and Modernization Efforts
Saudia, the national flag carrier of Saudi Arabia, is embarking on an ambitious phase of growth with significant fleet expansion and modernization initiatives designed to elevate the airline's global stature and enhance its guests' travel experience.
December 16, 2024
RTX's Pratt & Whitney GTF engine receives FAA certification to power the A321XLR
Pratt & Whitney, an RTX business, announced today that it has received U.S. Federal Aviation Administration certification for the GTF engine that will power the Airbus A321XLR aircraft.
December 11, 2024
Eve Air Mobility and Signature Aviation Partner to Research Ecosystem Requirements and Services for Advanced Air Mobility Ground Operations
Agreement includes exploration of necessary requirements for safe, scalable ground operations for AAM, along with intent to integrate Vector, Eve's urban traffic air management software.
December 6, 2024
FAA and EASA certify more durable CFM LEAP HPT hardware

The US Federal Aviation Administration and the European Union Aviation Safety Agency today certified updated high-pressure turbine (HPT) hardware durability kit for the CFM LEAP-1A engines that power Airbus A320neo family aircraft.
December 2, 2024
Eve Announces Additional US$35 Million from BNDES Line to Support eVTOL Development in 2025
Eve Air Mobility (Eve) announced today a US$35 million* fund from Brazil's National Development Bank (BNDES), further solidifying its financial position for continued eVTOL development.
December 2, 2024
Saudia Enhances Indian Operations, Aiming for 7.5 Million Visitors by 2030
Saudia, the national flag carrier of Saudi Arabia, is poised to deepen its commitment to the Indian market, reflecting its strategic focus on expanding operations and service offerings.
November 17, 2024
Embraer and Indonesia's PTDI sign MoU to foster collaboration in Commercial Aviation
Embraer and PT Dirgantara Indonesia, Indonesia's leading aerospace company, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at growing collaboration in commercial aviation.
November 12, 2024
Boeing: Air Cargo Traffic to Double by 2043 as Emerging Markets Drive Growth
With a strong air cargo market exceeding pre-pandemic levels, Boeing forecasts continued long-term growth, saying air cargo traffic will increase by an average of 4% per year through 2043.
November 12, 2024
Avia Solutions Group Orders up to 80 Boeing 737 MAX Jets to Gear Up Expansion
Boeing and Avia Solutions Group, the world's largest ACMI (aircraft, crew, maintenance, insurance) provider, today announced its first order with the company for 40 737-8s, with the potential to order 40 more later.
November 9, 2024
SpiceJet Set to Launch Seaplane Operations in 2025
New Seaplane Routes to Revolutionize Regional Connectivity, Connecting Remote and Iconic Destinations across India
November 4, 2024
Eve Air Mobility's Final eVTOL Airworthiness Criteria Published by ANAC
Eve Air Mobility (“Eve”) announces that the National Civil Aviation Agency of Brazil (ANAC) has published the final version of the airworthiness criteria for Eve's eVTOL.
October 29, 2024
Minister of Civil Aviation Kinjarapu Rammohan Naidu and Secretary, Ministry of Civil Aviation, Vumlunmang Vualnam visit the RTX's North Gate Campus
Minister of Civil Aviation Kinjarapu Rammohan Naidu and Secretary, Ministry of Civil Aviation, Vumlunmang Vualnam along with a delegation from US-India Aviation Co-operation Program visited RTX's North Gate Campus which houses Pratt & Whitney and Collins Aerospace Centers of excellence.
October 28, 2024
LATAM Orders 10 787 Dreamliners to Grow Boeing Widebody Fleet
Boeing and LATAM Airlines Group, the leading passenger and cargo airline group in South America, today announced the purchase of 10 787 Dreamliners with options for five more airplanes.
October 24, 2024
Embraer and LOT Polish Airlines sign Pool Program Agreement
Embraer has signed a multi-year contract with LOT Polish Airlines for the Pool Program. With this agreement, the airline will receive support for a wide range of repairable components for its three E195-E2s recently leased from Azorra.
October 10, 2024
Embraer, MCTI and Finep celebrate agreement for sustainable aircraft technologies research
Brazil's Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation (MCTI), Embraer and the Financiadora de Estudos e Projetos (Finep), which promotes Brazil's economic and social development through public funding for Science, Technology & Innovation...
October 10, 2024
Embraer's E-Freighter is Certified by the FAA
The E-Freighter, Embraer's E190F has been fully certified by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). Embraer's passenger-to-freighter conversion and the Cargo Loading System, developed by U.S. Cargo Systems, have received the certification by FAA in September 2024.
October 8, 2024
“Fuel of the Future” law highlights Brazil's commitment to sustainable aviation

Embraer congratulates the Brazilian Government and the National Congress for the approval and sanction of the “Fuel of the Future” law, which today introduces a legal framework to promote the production and use of Sustainable Aviation Fuels (SAF).
September 30, 2024
SATS expands agreement with IATA to implement DG AutoCheck for dangerous goods cargo across its global network
SATS Ltd, one of the world's largest providers of air cargo handling services, has signed a three-year agreement with the International Air Transport Association (IATA) to expand the rollout and implementation of DG AutoCheck compliance...
September 17, 2024
Embraer Presents the E195-E2 Aircraft in Belgrade
Embraer's newest aircraft, the E195-E2, visited Nikola Tesla Airport today for a demonstration event to representatives of the Serbian national airline Air Serbia, the Government of the Republic of Serbia, the aviation industry, and the media.
August 26, 2024
Boeing: China Commercial Fleet to More than Double by 2043 for Growth and Modernization
China will more than double its commercial airplane fleet by 2043 as its aviation industry expands and modernizes to meet growing demand for passenger and cargo air travel, according to Boeing's 2024 Commercial Market Outlook...
August 6, 2024
Boeing Invites Students, Start-ups, and Investors to Join its University Innovation Program
Boeing announced the application window open for the fourth edition of Boeing University Innovation Leadership Development (BUILD) program 2024-25 for university graduates and early-stage startup entrepreneurs.
August 1, 2024
LOT Polish Airlines Receive First E195-E2
LOT Polish Airlines has taken delivery of its first Embraer E195-E2 less than three months after signing the deal. The first of three jets leased via Azorra, will arrive in Poland shortly.
July 19, 2024
BNDES finances the export of 32 Embraer E175 jets to American Airlines
The Brazilian National Bank for Economic and Social Development (BNDES) concluded the financing contract for the export of 32 Embraer E175 commercial jets to American Airlines.
July 16, 2024
SATS and SF Group sign MoU to expand supply chain optimisation and drive global expansion
Singapore-headquartered SATS Ltd (“SATS”), the world's largest provider of air cargo handling services and Asia's pre-eminent provider of food solutions, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with SF Group, the leading express delivery...
July 16, 2024
Emirates SkyCargo Orders Five More Boeing 777 Freighters to Modernize Fleet
Carrier doubles 777 Freighter order book to 10 as it renews fleet with the industry's most efficient and capable twin-engine freighter
July 10, 2024
SriLankan Airlines Introduces Eco-friendly Amenities in Business Class
Comfort meets sustainability in Business Class as SriLankan Airlines introduces new eco-friendly pillow covers and headrest covers (antimacassars)made from recycled PET plastic (rPET).
June 13, 2024
Murlidhar Mohol, Union Minister of State for Civil Aviation assumes charge
Minister of State in the Ministry of Civil Aviation and Ministry of Cooperation, Murlidhar Mohol officially assumed charge at Rajiv Gandhi Bhawan in New Delhi on June 13, 2024.
June 11, 2024
India's New Civil Aviation Minister
Kinjarapu Ram Mohan Naidu (born 18 December 1987) was announced as the Minister of Civil Aviation on June 10, 2024 in the newly formed Government of India, after the general elections in 2024.
May 15, 2024
SriLankan Airlines Unveils New Office in Trivandrum
SriLankan Airlines, the national carrier of Sri Lanka, unveiled its new office in Trivandrum today (13 May 2024), marking the beginning of a new partnership with Translanka Air Travels Pvt. Ltd. as the appointed General Sales Agent (GSA) for South Kerala.
March 28, 2024
RTX’s Pratt & Whitney Canada signs engine services agreement with India’s FLY91
Twin PW127M engines power regional airline's new fleet of ATR 72-600 turboprops
March 18, 2024
FLY91 Commences Commercial Operations
FLY91, the latest entrant in the country’s aviation sector, today commenced its commercial operations with its first flight taking off for Kempegowda International Airport, Bengaluru.
March 6, 2024
CFM signs LEAP-1B engine service agreement for entire American Airlines Boeing 737 MAX fleet
Service agreement to cover more than 400 LEAP-1B engines for American's entire MAX 8 and MAX 10 fleet
February 14, 2024
Sirius Aviation AG Partners with India's MEHAIR, Securing 100 Hydrogen VTOL Jet Orders
Historic Partnership Marks Milestone in Sustainable Aviation Industry
February 12, 2024
Star Air Expands Its Network with New Flights from Ajmer to Delhi, Hindon Airport
Star Air, India's largest privately held regional airline, is delighted to announce the launch of its new destination, Hindon (Ghaziabad). New flights from Ajmer (Kishangarh) to Hindon (Ghaziabad) will commence on 16th February 2024.
January 26, 2024
Akasa Air orders more than 300 LEAP-1B engines
In conjunction with the state visit of the French President Emmanuel Macron to India, Akasa Air and CFM International today announced an agreement to purchase CFM LEAP-1B engines to power 150 Boeing 737 MAX airplanes, the sale of which was announced last week.
January 15, 2024
Boeing Inaugurates First India Distribution Center
Boeing's India footprint expands with 36,000-square-foot parts warehouse that will help regional aviation customers maintain higher fleet utilisation, at Khurja, Uttar Pradesh

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