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Japan’s National Police Agency introduces Airbus H160 helicopters to fleet
The National Police Agency (NPA) of Japan has strengthened its aerial law enforcement capabilities with the delivery of two Airbus H160 helicopters, making...
Airbus delivers 766 aircraft in 2024
Airbus SE has delivered 766 commercial aircraft to 86 customers worldwide in 2024, marking a 4.2% increase from the previous year’s 735 deliveries,...
Pratt & Whitney secures FAA certification for GTF engine to power Airbus A321XLR
Pratt & Whitney, a subsidiary of RTX, has achieved a significant milestone in the development of the Airbus A321XLR aircraft. The company announced...
ATR terminates development of ATR 42-600 STOL variant
European turboprop manufacturer ATR announced Wednesday it will discontinue the development of its Short Take-Off and Landing (STOL) variant, marking the end of...
Boeing projects Q3 loss, announces 777X delay and job cuts
Boeing announced substantial financial setbacks in its third quarter results, citing production delays and labor issues as key factors impacting its performance. The...
ATR delivers 1,700th aircraft to Air Corsica
Regional aircraft manufacturer ATR delivered its 1,700th aircraft to Air Corsica, marking a significant milestone for both companies. The delivery of an ATR...
Cessna SkyCourier receives type certification in Philippines
The Cessna SkyCourier twin utility turboprop has received type certification from the Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (CAAP), paving the way for...
Boeing pauses 777X testing after discovering structural issue
Boeing has paused flight testing of its 777X aircraft after identifying a structural problem in a component between the engine and the wing....
Boeing names Kelly Ortberg as new president and CEO
Boeing has appointed Kelly Ortberg as its new president and chief executive officer, effective August 8, 2024. The aerospace company’s board of directors...
Embraer unveils automated takeoff system, E-Jet upgrades
Brazilian aerospace manufacturer Embraer has unveiled a series of groundbreaking advancements for its commercial jet lineup at the Farnborough International Airshow. Centerstage is...
