Reporting on aircraft and aerospace manufacturers, including product development, certification, production, supply chains, and commercial performance.
BelugaST #5 flew from Bordeaux to Broughton on January 29, ending the original fleet’s era and becoming a STEM research facility.
FAA chief says Boeing change is progressing, but more work is needed before full delegated authority returns.
Cirium data show 5,425 Canadian-made aircraft fly in the U.S., including 2,678 Bombardier jets, amid a new decertification threat.
Boeing’s Q4 profit came from a major sale, while Commercial Airplanes still lost money despite 160 deliveries and backlog growth.
Aviation Capital Group has ordered 50 more Boeing 737 MAX to solidify the lessor's long-term commitment to next-gen narrowbodies.
Airbus delivered 793 commercial aircraft in 2025, with single-aisle output again doing most of the volume lift.
Under a new agreement, Boeing will gain access to Flightradar24’s comprehensive live and historic flight data.
Coulson Aviation has announced the launch of its Boeing 767 VLAT program to replace aging aerial firefighting aircraft.
Boeing wants an exception to FAA emissions regulations that apply to newly produced large aircraft to sell new Triple Sevens.
Airbus' fello’fly initiative aims to reduce long-haul fuel burn by pairing aircraft to harvest wake-generated lift.
Boeing has completed its long-anticipated takeover of Spirit AeroSystems, closing a deal valued at US$4.7 billion.
Airbus' supply chain disruptions are currently causing a slowdown in deliveries compared with October.
Airbus recently hosted a digital press conference to provide updates about its brand-new freighter, the A350F.
On the eve of the Dubai Airshow 2025 (#DAS2025), Airbus held a media briefing in Dubai to share its regional forecast.
Embraer secures two regional jet orders at the Dubai Airshow 2025 with Helvetic Airways and Air Côte d’Ivoire commitments.
Today marked the start of the expansion of the Boeing South Carolina facility, home of the 787 Dreamliner program.
Boeing will launch a new virtual pilot training platform powered by Microsoft Azure and Microsoft Flight Simulator.
Boeing shines its landing lights on the Dubai Airshow 2025, positioning the event as a milestone in its ties with the Middle East.
The Boeing Company today released its Third Quarter 2025 financial results, with production figures stabilizing.
The C919-600 is a shorter version of China’s single-aisle jet. The program is making progress toward an important target.
The Federal Aviation Administration has revised a production cap on the Boeing 737 MAX, permitting 42 aircraft monthly.
Aircraft lessor TrueNoord places firm order for 20 Embraer E195-E2 jets, with options for an additional 20 and 10 E175-E1 jets.
The FAA will restore partial authority to Boeing for issuing airworthiness certificates for certain 737 MAX and 787 planes.
Another delay in deliveries could result in a US$4 billion non-cash charge for the Boeing 777X program.
Airbus plans to inaugurate the second Airbus A320neo aircraft final assembly line in Mobile, Alabama, in October of this year.
Starlink satellite Wi-Fi connectivity is now available for Dash 8-400 operators worldwide.
The FAA has proposed to fine Boeing US$3.1 million for repeating safety violations and interfering with safety officials.
Macquarie AirFinance announced an order for 30 Boeing 737-8, expanding its 737 MAX portfolio to 70 aircraft.
The first fuselage sections of the A350 freighter program arrive at the company's Toulouse final assembly line.
Embraer's second quarterly financial results show deliveries between 77 and 85 units, with forecasted revenues of US$7.0 to 7.5bn.
Airbus wrapped up H1 2025 with stronger earnings and a firm backlog but also faced delivery delays and engine supply issues.
American planemaker Boeing has published its second-quarter results for the current financial year.
Avolon, the world’s second-largest aircraft lessor, has strengthened its ties with Airbus by ordering 15 A330neo and 75 A321neo.
Airbus marks a production milestone on the A350F freighter program with the delivery of the first horizontal stabilizer in Spain.
Embraer closed Q22025 with a record-breaking order backlog of US$29.7 billion, the largest in its 55-year history.
Boeing to blame for mid-exit door plug blowout, FAA cited for ineffective oversight of Boeing’s known recordkeeping issues.
Airbus has opened a new customer support facility in Johannesburg, South Africa, for its African customers.
The first spar for the 777‑8 Freighter was officially drilled into production at Boeing's Composite Wing Centre in Everett, WA.
Mexicana de Aviación has taken delivery of its first Embraer E195-E2 aircraft.
While our editorial focus is on commercial aviation, a rare opportunity presents itself to show the private side of aviation.
Before the start of the 2025 edition of the Paris Airshow, Embraer hosted a media flight on board its KC-390 Millennium testbed.
At PAS2025, EVE Air Mobility presented the first full-scale mockup, an updated version with all the latest design iterations.
The day before the official start of the Paris Air Show 2025, Eve Air Mobility unveiled its latest aircraft design evolution.
PAS2025 deals highlight De Havilland’s role in delivering aircraft tailored to logistical and emergency response functions.
The Brazilian aircraft manufacturer expects demand for 10,500 sub-150-seat jets and turboprops within the next 20 years.
This UNI Air firm order, the largest since 2017, reaffirms ATR’s leadership in regional aviation.
Dutch aerospace company Maeve has unveiled a redesign plan for its hybrid-electric regional jets.
Boeing has resumed deliveries of its 737 MAX aircraft to China, marking a significant shift following a months-long suspension.
A deal between the DOJ and Boeing will save the aerospace behemoth from criminal prosecution for two 737 MAX fatal crashes.
EASA announces C919 certification will take "between three and six years," derailing COMAC’s hopes for a 2025 green light.
Various reports suggest the U.S. DOJ may drop criminal charges against Boeing over the two deadly 737 MAX crashes.
POTUS's May 2025 Middle East tour generates attention for the major aircraft deals announced in Qatar and Saudi Arabia.
Saudi Arabia-based full-service commercial aircraft lessor AviLease has placed its first direct order for Boeing 737 MAX.
China will temporarily allow Boeing aircraft deliveries after a trade deal with the US is finalized.
Boeing’s fourth 777-9 test aircraft, WH004, returned to the skies on Wednesday from Paine Field in Everett, Washington.
Spirit AeroSystems’ Q1 2025 financial results, announced May 1 in Wichita, paint a mixed picture for the aerostructures supplier.
Airbus kicked off 2025 with solid top-line growth and a healthy order book amid supply-chain pressures.
The Boeing 787 Dreamliner fleet has surpassed 1 billion passengers faster than any wide-body commercial airplane in history.
Spirit AeroSystems divests Airbus assets, handing over multiple critical aerostructure production facilities before Boeing buyout.
This is how necessity and innovation drove the aerospace sector to embrace 3D printing as a strategic enabler of efficiency.
The latest Boeing employees survey reveals low morale in areas such as pride in the company and trust in leadership.
Today, in 2005, the Airbus A380 made its maiden flight after three years of development.
Embraer reported its highest-ever order backlog of US$26.4 billion at quarter's end, with a 20% increase in aircraft deliveries.
Boeing’s Q1 2025 results show a recovery in commercial deliveries, modest operational improvements, and tighter liquidity.
Boeing will sell principles for data sharing to strengthen its capital structure and focus on its core business.
Boeing has begun recalling a few 737 MAX aircraft that were initially ordered by Chinese carriers amid trade rift.
The intricacies of maintaining large commercial aircraft go far beyond routine inspections and part replacements.
Boeing's CEO appeared before the Senate to address concerns about the status of the company's quality transformation.
BOC Aviation placed a firm order for 50 Boeing 737-8 jets on the same day it ordered an additional 70 A320neo.
Airbus shares more details regarding its next-gen single-aisle aircraft's aerodynamics, propulsion, and digital systems.
BOC Aviation has placed a firm order with Airbus for an additional 70 A320neo Family aircraft.
A Texas federal judge sets a June 23 trial date for the U.S. government’s long-running conspiracy case against Boeing.
Jackson Square Aviation is pleased to announce its first direct order with Airbus for 50 A320neo aircraft.
Embraer has posted record revenue of US$6.4 billion in 2024, a 21% year-over-year increase.
European production giant Airbus is set to postpone the launch of the A350F Freighter by about a year.
Europe's EASA has issued the Type Certificate for the Airbus A321XLR, using Pratt & Whitney GTF engines.
Airbus’s full-year 2024 results show revenue at US$74.7bn, adjusted EBIT at US$5.8bn, and net result at US$4.7bn.
Despite being billed as the 'Advanced Turbo Prop', the BAe ATP was the wrong aircraft at the wrong time.
ATR 2024 full-year results show growth driven by successful partnerships, current and new.
Boeing has estimated enormous growth in the Indian and South Asian airline business.
The Federal Aviation Administration released two new airworthiness directives for Embraer jets.
Airbus has announced the immediate suspension of its Airbus Beluga Transport operations.
ATR is introducing Starlink high-speed internet connectivity onboard its ATR 72-600 turboprops.
Boeing releases underwhelming delivery figures for the fourth quarter and full year of 2024.
Airbus delivered 766 commercial aircraft to 86 customers in 2024, registering 878 gross new orders.
That 2024 has been a tough year for Boeing is an understatement. Here are the defining events.
Boeing announces an investment of US$1 billion in its 787 Dreamliner manufacturing campuses.
After a seven-week halt, Boeing restarted its best-selling 737 MAX jetliner production last week.
Boeing will not resume 737 MAX production until a new safety management system is implemented.
A federal judge has rejected the plea deal between Boeing and the Justice Department.
The FAA has issued an airworthiness directive for the Boeing 737-8, 737-9, and 8-200 models.
Boeing's Senior Vice President of Quality for Commercial Airplanes will retire next month.
Boeing and Avia Solutions Group sign an agreement for 40 737-8 aircraft and options for 40 more.
Boeing CEO Kelly Ortberg gives the Machinists Union one last warning before Monday's vote.
Boeing machinists have reached an agreement, ending a 53-day strike. What are the challenges ahead?
After last night's ballot, most union members of Boeing machinists decide to remain on strike.
Boeing releases its financial results for Q3 2024, revealing revenue of US$17.8 billion.
Boeing has forwarded a negotiated proposal and resolution to its machinists union to end the strike.
Spirit AeroSystem’s CFO Irene Esteves addressed staff members regarding upcoming staff furloughs.
NTSB issues a safety notice for a potential Boeing 737 rudder control system malfunction.