United Airlines operated its first Starlink-equipped transatlantic widebody flight on June 22, 2026, on a Boeing 777-200.
AerCap delivered the first new GE Aerospace-powered Boeing 787-9 to Thai Airways on June 23, 2026, under a 17-aircraft lease agreement.
AIAA Forum experts say commercial supersonic flight hinges on investment, FAA noise rules, and overland flight restrictions.
Southwest Airlines began Starlink service on June 22, 2026, targeting 300+ aircraft equipped by end of 2026.
Trelleborg inaugurated a 5,000 sq-meter aerospace plant in Casablanca with a $13M investment, targeting Boeing and Airbus supply chains.
El Al signed a Starlink satellite internet deal covering its Boeing 787, 777, and 737 fleet, with rollout beginning in 2027.
CMA CGM Group agrees to acquire Crystal Aero Solutions, securing line maintenance ahead of eight Airbus A350F deliveries from 2027.
Boeing Shanghai's new $117M MRO hangar at Pudong Airport opens with capacity for six aircraft and 787 contracts secured.
AFRA and Boeing announce a joint initiative to standardize KPIs for retired aircraft material recovery and parts reuse.
The U.S. Air Force accepted the L3Harris-converted VC-25B Bridge aircraft on June 19, 2026, ahead of the primary Boeing delivery in 2028.