FAA releases InFO 26003 recommending comprehensive spatial disorientation training for pilots after NTSB's 2020 Calabasas crash investigation.
Honeywell reports strong Q4 2025 results with 11% organic sales growth and accelerates Aerospace spin-off to Q3 2026.
Newbow Aerospace opens new UK facility doubling production capacity and wins contracts with Iberia, British Airways, and Jet2 for ground support equipment.
Lockheed Martin posts $20.3B Q4 sales, $1.3B earnings, and a record $194B backlog, with strong 2026 guidance amid new regulatory challenges.
Bombardier highlights its U.S. workforce and FAA certification in response to President Trump's tariff and decertification threats on Canadian aircraft.
Unifi Aviation acquires Dutch ground handler Viggo, expanding into continental Europe and gaining proprietary technology for aviation services.
Helix, UK manufacturer of electric motors, attains AS9100 certification and targets Part 21 approval to certify aerospace propulsion systems independently.
Aegean Airlines acquires 45% of Apella S.A. to expand maintenance services and develop a new technical base in Almyros, Greece.
United Aircraft Corporation partners with Flamingo Aerospace to supply six Il-114-300 turboprop aircraft to India, starting deliveries in 2028.
Aviation Capital Group delivers the first Boeing 737 MAX 8 to T’way Air as part of a seven-aircraft deal supporting South Korea’s regional growth.
Elon Musk is discussing merging SpaceX with xAI and X to create a $1.5 trillion public company targeting an IPO in mid-2026.
American Airlines announces plans to restart direct flights to Venezuela following U.S. regulatory changes and security assessments.
US plans to decertify Bombardier jets and impose tariffs on Canadian aircraft amid certification delays of Gulfstream jets in Canada.
The $546M SEA Gateway Project modernizes Seattle-Tacoma Airport with new space, tech upgrades, and design enhancements ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Avmax Group acquires Condor Aircraft Accessories to create an Integrated Components Division, enhancing aircraft component repair capabilities in Calgary.
AkzoNobel Aerospace Coatings will launch a Dubai facility in Q2 2026 to provide local blending and stock for Middle East aviation operators and MROs.
Boeing receives $89M contract to produce four more MH-139A Grey Wolf helicopters for the US Air Force, enhancing nuclear triad security.
Joby Aviation initiates $1 billion offering of convertible notes and stock to fund FAA certification, manufacturing, and 2026 commercial launch including Dubai.
Air India finalizes order for 30 Boeing 737 MAX aircraft including 737-8 and 737-10 models to boost domestic and regional network expansion.
Ryanair aims to offer free in-flight Wi-Fi by 2029-2031 if antenna technology eliminates aerodynamic drag and fuel penalties.
