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NewsCF34 turbofan shortages emerge as factor affecting Embraer’s E175 production
Brazilian airframer reports delays in CF34 turbofan deliveries for its best-selling regional jet, adding to ongoing industry-wide engine supply challenges.
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In depthWhy Avelo chose Embraer E195-E2s over competing Airbus and Boeing jets
Discount carrier becomes first US airline to commit to Embraer’s second-generation E-Jets, with deliveries starting in 2027 to complement its existing 737 fleet.
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NewsAir Cambodia commits to 20 Comac C909 narrowbodies
Air Cambodia has placed firm orders for 10 Comac C909 narrowbodies with letters of intent for 10 more, potentially becoming the third international operator of the Chinese-built aircraft.
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NewsAirbus to open second Mobile A320neo assembly line in October
European manufacturer’s strategically important Alabama facility prepares to double A320neo production capacity as part of global output expansion plan
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NewsVertical lifted as wing-borne VX4 flight-tests wrap up
Vertical Aerospace has wrapped up wing-borne flight tests of its VX4 prototype and is now eyeing the critical step of transition flights later this year.
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NewsAirbus still sees blended-wing-body design as possible for larger jets
Airbus has determined that blended-wing-body designs are more competitive for larger aircraft while traditional tube-and-wing configurations remain optimal for narrowbody jets, CEO Guillaume Faury revealed at a US aviation summit.
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NewsFaury confident on 2025 delivery target despite engine shortages
Airbus is holding approximately 60 A320neo-family ‘gliders’ due to delayed engine deliveries, but CEO Guillaume Faury remains confident the airframer will achieve its 820-aircraft delivery target for 2025.
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In depthLilium’s latest suitor has Ambitious plans but key questions remain unanswered
Almost a month after Ambitious Air Mobility Group (AAMG) emerged as the latest suitor for what remains of Lilium there is still little public information on who is financing the operation, or on the background of its directors.
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NewsVaeridion snaps up former Lilium battery plant to power Microliner development
Munich-based electric aircraft manufacturer Vaeridion has acquired a new battery manufacturing facility at nearby Oberpfaffenhofen airport – a plant previously occupied by defunct developer Lilium.
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NewsCertification process for Il-114-300 to finish this year: Ilyushin division chief
United Aircraft’s Ilyushin division chief is confident that the certification process for the Il-114-300 turboprop will be completed this year.
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NewsFAA imposes penalties after lithium-ion batteries catch fire during air transport
Recent fires involving improperly shipped lithium-ion batteries on cargo aircraft prompted the Federal Aviation Administration to fine three companies for hazardous material violations.
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NewsAirbus UpNext gears up for 2026 flight tests with newly complete eXtra Performance Wing demonstrator
Airbus UpNext, the airframer’s innovation arm, has completed the installation of its eXtra Performance Wing onto a Cessna Citation VII business jet that will next year serve as a flying testbed for the project.
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NewsBristow's Beta testing ramps up with first Bergen flight for CX300
Bristow Norway has capped a busy month of test flights with the Beta Technologies Alia CX300, on 4 September performing the first simulated cargo mission between Stavanger and Bergen using the all-electric aircraft.
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NewsRunway arrestor systems help stop two US business jets on 3 September
”Engineered material arrestor systems” stopped two business jets during separate runway overrun incidents at US airports on 3 September.
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NewsGE Aerospace and UAW ‘far apart’ as Cincinnati strike continues
More than 600 UAW members at GE’s Evendale and Erlanger facilities have been on strike since 28 August, with negotiations stalled over healthcare costs and compensation.
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NewsUS bill would direct FAA to protect major airports from drone threats
The US Congress is advancing legislation that would mandate the Federal Aviation Administration to roll out technologies designed to protect airports from unmanned aircraft systems.
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In depthAirship developer Aeros to trial ‘airborne warehouse’ concept above Los Angeles
Founder Igor Pasternak aims to prove commercial viability of electrically powered variable buoyancy airships that can hover at altitude while unmanned aircraft deliver packages to homes.
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NewsFAA seeks contractor to lead US air traffic control modernisation
The Federal Aviation Administration has issued a request for proposals from companies interested in managing its planned multi-billion-dollar modernisation of US air traffic control systems.
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NewsGKN expands additive production capability to US site in support of P&W programmes
GKN Aerospace is to expand its factory in Newington, Connecticut, adding a new additive fabrication capability to build parts for Pratt & Whitney PW1500G and PW1900G engines.
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NewsBeta scores $300m GE investment as part of hybrid-electric pact
GE Aerospace is to invest $300 million in advanced air mobility (AAM) developer Beta Technologies as part of an agreement that will also see the two companies co-develop a new hybrid-electric turbogenerator.