ACG orders 50 Boeing 737 MAX aircraft, expanding its backlog to 121 jets with deliveries from 2026 to 2033, focusing on fleet modernization and efficiency.
AerCap and Virgin Atlantic complete a sale-leaseback deal for six Airbus A330-900 aircraft, supporting fleet modernization and capital efficiency.
Delta Air Lines orders 30 Boeing 787-10 Dreamliners for delivery starting in 2031, replacing older 767 and A330 aircraft on international routes.
Daher received the 2026 JEC Innovation Award for developing a thermoplastic wing rib that reduces weight, cost, and production time in aerospace manufacturing.
Airbus cites delays from Pratt & Whitney in engine deliveries, affecting aircraft production targets and raising supply chain concerns in 2026.
Sweden allocates $440 million for unmanned drones, accelerating deliveries to 2026-2028, plus funding for counter-drone defenses and military satellites.
Eutelsat Group contracts Airbus to build 340 additional LEO satellites, expanding the OneWeb constellation to 440 units with deliveries starting late 2026.
China's Tianma-1000 heavy-lift cargo drone completed its maiden flight, featuring 1,000 kg payload and STOL capability for remote logistics.
Indonesia and Pakistan are finalizing a defense deal for JF-17 Block III jets and armed drones to enhance Indonesia’s air capabilities.
The FCC approves SpaceX's Gen2 Starlink satellites in Very Low Earth Orbit and Direct-to-Cell service, enabling lower latency and smartphone connectivity.
In 2025, US airports borrowed $24 billion in municipal debt to modernize terminals and expand capacity amid rising passenger volumes.
The US Air Force inducted the first T-7A Red Hawk advanced trainer, marking a shift to modern pilot training for next-gen fighters.
Jackson Jet Center acquires Reeder Jet Center at Magic Valley Regional Airport, expanding its Idaho operations and planning facility upgrades in Twin Falls.
Skyports and Linden Airport Services plan to transform Miami’s Watson Island Heliport into a dual-use Advanced Air Mobility hub with electrification and terminal upgrades.
Embraer delivered 244 aircraft in 2025, including 91 in Q4, achieving targets in Commercial and Executive Aviation segments.
Elbit Systems awarded $275 million contract to supply advanced EW and Mini-MUSIC DIRCM self-protection systems for helicopters in Asia-Pacific.
Pilatus delivers the first PC-12 Pro turboprop with Garmin G3000 PRIME avionics, Autoland, and SAF certification, expanding deliveries globally.
Gulfstream's G500 and G600 jets receive EASA steep-approach certification, allowing operations at London City, Lugano, and Sion airports in Europe.
Airbus delivered 793 commercial aircraft in 2025, exceeding revised targets amid supply chain challenges and reaching a record backlog of 8,754 jets.
BOC Aviation achieved 100% fleet utilization, increased deliveries by 34%, and expanded its order book by 45% in 2025 despite supply chain challenges.
