LATAM to host 2026’s IATA AGM in Rio de Janeiro
IATA is to hold its next annual general meeting, the 82nd edition of the event, in Rio de Janeiro in 2026.
Azul files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection
The Sao Paulo-based airline says it will continue operating its flying schedule uninterrupted and paying employees during its financial restructuring process.
Gol’s financial restructuring approved by US bankruptcy court
Brazilian carrier Gol secured approval on 20 May of its financial restructuring plan after filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy last year.
Investigators probe bad-weather landing overrun which destroyed Air Panama Fokker 50
Panamanian investigators have retrieved the two flight recorders from a Fokker 50 destroyed in a runway overrun on the island of Colon.
Gol secures $1.9bn in exit financing near end of bankruptcy process
Brazilian carrier Gol has secured $1.9 billion in exit financing as it seeks to emerge soon from Chapter 11 restructuring.
Executive order instructs US FAA to repeal ‘outdated’ overland supersonic ban
President Donald Trump has ordered the US FAA to take steps to repeal a long-standing prohibition on overland supersonic flight within six months.
NATO nations endorse plan to boost defence-related spending to 5% of GDP
NATO has set out a planned near-term increase to defence spending by its member nations, as the alliance continues to evolve in the wake of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
Boeing continues MQ-25 work, gears up for MQ-28A missile shot
Boeing continues to advance two of its major unmanned aircraft programmes, the MQ-25 Stingray air-to-air refueller and the MQ-28A Ghost Bat loyal wingman.
Breaking barriers: engine start-up Ursa Major powers US return to hypersonic flight
One of the Colorado manufacturer’s Hadley rocket engines propelled the Stratolaunch Talon-A test vehicle to speeds beyond Mach 5 in May, the first US-made aircraft to hit that mark since the 1960s.
B-2’s ship killer credentials boosted with lightweight version of QUICKSINK
The US Air Force has expanded the range of low-cost QUICKSINK anti-ship munitions, with the inclusion of a new 226kg (500lb) variant.
Boeing defence chief: F-15EX payload is key enabler
Boeing’s defence chief sees a pivotal long-term role for the new F-15EX to carry heavy weapons loadouts, with the type seeing strong international interest.
‘Glimmer of light’ on 777X as Boeing improves: Emirates’ Clark
Emirates president Tim Clark is “cautiously optimistic” around bringing the Boeing 777X into service after years of delays, amid “a high degree of determination” at the airframer.
Trump plan for gifted Qatari 747 confounds aviation observers and ethics experts
Aerospace analysts say converting a questionably sourced aircraft for presidential transport does not make financial sense and poses a myriad of security concerns, while ethics lawyers say the move violates rules against American officials receiving gifts from abroad.
China continues search for fighter export success
China has emerged as a manufacturing superpower in several industries but has failed to gain traction as an exporter of combat aircraft. Could this be about to change?
Gulf Air to update fleet with Airbus leases from BOC Aviation
Middle Eastern carrier Gulf Air is to lease nine Airbus A320neo-family jets through an agreement with Singapore-based lessor BOC Aviation.
Wizz negotiating for spare engines and shop visits in A321neo powerplant tender
Central European budget carrier Wizz Air is holding crucial discussions on contingency and maintenance for engines as part of a powerplant selection tender covering nearly 180 aircraft.
German A400Ms to get tactical boost with DIRCM installation
Germany is to equip an operational subset of its Airbus Defence & Space A400M tactical transport fleet with self-protection equipment from Elbit Systems.
All Tanzanian carriers blacklisted six months after EU ban on Air Tanzania
All airlines from Tanzania as well as Suriname have been blacklisted by the European Commission, banning them from operations within EU airspace.
NATO nations endorse plan to boost defence-related spending to 5% of GDP
NATO has set out a planned near-term increase to defence spending by its member nations, as the alliance continues to evolve in the wake of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
Airbus delivers 51 jets in quiet May before Paris air show
Airbus delivered 51 aircraft in May, a month absent of order activity ahead of the Paris air show in June.
Boeing continues MQ-25 work, gears up for MQ-28A missile shot
Boeing continues to advance two of its major unmanned aircraft programmes, the MQ-25 Stingray air-to-air refueller and the MQ-28A Ghost Bat loyal wingman.
Thai Saab 340 Erieyes to get upgrade under Gripen E/F offsets
Thai Aerospace has provided further details about Bangkok’s pending order for 12 Saab Gripen E/F fighters, including offsets associated with the deal.
Vietnam Airlines, China Southern launch joint venture
Vietnam Airlines and China Southern Airlines have entered a joint venture arrangement as they look to tap into travel demand between the two countries.
B-2’s ship killer credentials boosted with lightweight version of QUICKSINK
The US Air Force has expanded the range of low-cost QUICKSINK anti-ship munitions, with the inclusion of a new 226kg (500lb) variant.
Avianca to lease nine A320neos from BOC Aviation
Lessor BOC Aviation has signed a lease agreement with Latin American operator Avianca for new Airbus A320neos.
All Tanzanian carriers blacklisted six months after EU ban on Air Tanzania
All airlines from Tanzania as well as Suriname have been blacklisted by the European Commission, banning them from operations within EU airspace.
China continues search for fighter export success
China has emerged as a manufacturing superpower in several industries but has failed to gain traction as an exporter of combat aircraft. Could this be about to change?
Ethiopian seals agreements for GE engines on latest Boeing widebodies
Ethiopian Airlines has selected the GE Aerospace GEnx-1B engine to power its latest 11 Boeing 787-9s.
South African Airways assessing extent of data impact after cyber incident
South African Airways is assessing the potential data impact of a cyber incident which affected several of the carrier’s IT systems.
AALTO buoyed by Zephyr’s record 67-day flight, despite vehicle’s loss
AALTO has claimed a new stratospheric flight record with its Zephyr High Altitude Platform Station, with one of its vehicles having remained airborne for more than two months.