Aviation Daily

Boeing CEO Kelly Ortberg has told Aviation Week not to expect the manufacturer to launch an all-new commercial aircraft anytime soon. In fact, compared to a year ago, the chance of a new product getting the go-ahead may now be further off.

While Abra Group eyes London, a lack of slot and aircraft availability may delay adding the UK to Brazilian carrier Gol's growing intercontinental network.

Delta begins retrofitting 737 fleet with VCT's drag-reducing finlets after validation shows 1.2% fuel burn reduction.

IATA pushes for a more open engine aftermarket to ease MRO bottlenecks and improve parts access for airlines.

SAA's acting CEO focuses on sustainable growth amid financial uncertainties and route recovery through strategic alliances.

Kenya awards $1.2B contract to the China Road and Bridge Corporation to expand Jomo Kenyatta International Airport amid rising passenger demand.

Data for airliner utilization in Russia shows a significant drop in flights so far in 2026, with narrowbody flight cycles in May down more than a third year over year.

Cathay Pacific has reversed most of the fuel surcharge increases that were imposed as a result of the Middle East crisis, with the cuts reflecting the recent easing fuel costs.

European airlines push for Emissions Trading System (ETS) funds to boost sustainable aviation fuel investment ahead of July policy review.

An Airbus A319 destined for modification into a prototype air tanker for aerial firefighting specialist Neptune Aviation Services has arrived in Dothan, Alabama, for conversion work.

The wing spars of 16 Airbus A380s require inspection and possible ensuing repairs, EASA said in an emergency airworthiness directive effective June 24.

Airbus appears to be leaning toward a simple stretch of the A220, as it weighs its options for a larger version of the aircraft.

Airports can no longer rely on increasing passenger volumes to power their financial growth, ACI Europe Director General Olivier Jankovec says.

Air Space Intelligence won the 12-year, $875M contract for new air traffic management software systems designed to improve traffic flow and increase U.S. airspace capacity.

Zurich Airport is set to allow passengers to keep liquids and electronics in carry-on bags, enabled by the deployment of computed tomography (CT) 3D scanners.

Polymer material specialist Clayens took over Vision Systems in May and now intends to ramp up production and strengthen the acquired company’s product range.

Airbus highlights Africa’s unserved air routes, urging airlines to expand connectivity with long-term fleet planning and aircraft like the A321XLR.

Europe’s airports criticize the EES rollout for causing delays, while the EC defends its security benefits and urges states to improve implementation.

It is hard to overstate the importance of ETOPS (extended range twin engine operations); this game-changing regulation accounts for thousands of long-haul flights around the world every day.

Aura Aero acquires VoltAero’s assets, leveraging hybrid-electric expertise to advance its ERA 19-seater and expand its operational base in Rochefort.

Dutch startup Conscious Aerospace believes retrofitting existing regional aircraft offers the most practical path to bringing hydrogen-electric propulsion into commercial service.

SpiceJet secures its first government-backed loan under India’s ECLGS program, aimed at helping airlines offset rising fuel costs and financial losses.

EgyptAir will launch a Birmingham-Cairo route, the first nonstop connection between the two cities, and is adding Zanzibar to its growing network.

Cyprus Airways CEO says engine availability now drives fleet decisions as the airline adapts to disruptions and supply chain challenges.

Wet-lease and charter operator USC Aero has bought five former Lufthansa A340-600s to expand its fleet and bolster its spares stock as it targets long-term ACMI contracts.