Aviation Daily

Chinese authorities have concluded that the pilot of a light aircraft that crashed into Beijing's tallest building on June 26 had experienced suicidal thoughts prior to the accident.

Rolls-Royce has completed the concept design review for the UltraFan 30, a geared turbofan derivative of its UltraFan 80 demonstrator aimed at next-generation single-aisle aircraft.

U.S. airlines would see cost reimbursements for altimeter upgrades as part of the FCC plan to auction off additional upper C-band spectrum and permit new wireless services in late 2030.

Spirit Airlines sets $630M stalking horse bid for 27 aircraft with potential $18M breakup fee if outbid in bankruptcy liquidation.

When the next-gen narrowbody programs launch is largely out of the hands of Airbus and Boeing.

U.S. signs open skies pact with Cambodia including seventh-freedom cargo rights as Techo International Airport gains support.

U.S. startup Radia is finalizing contracts with key suppliers as it works to raise the funding required to move its WindRunner ultralarge cargo aircraft into certification and production for commercial and military applications.

Rolls-Royce achieves 100% time-on-wing improvement for Trent engines through XWB-84EP and 1000XE upgrade programs.

Arcline acquires Avantus Aerospace in $1.1B deal to expand Novaria's aerospace fastener and parts portfolio amid production ramp-up.

Safran opens $140 million Leap engine MRO hub in Queretaro, Mexico, to serve Central America with capacity for 350 annual shop visits by 2030.

American Airlines will expand its long-haul network from Chicago O’Hare next spring, returning to the U.S.-Japan market from its Midwest hub.

Taiwan's Starlux Airlines has leased eight additional Airbus A321neos from BOC Aviation, with deliveries scheduled to begin in 2028.

CFM International says its Open Fan propulsion system will be capable of beating competing next-gen turbofans on fuel burn efficiency and durability.

The global average jet fuel price fell 2.1% last week to $116.63/bbl, compared to $119.17/bbl the previous week.

GE Aerospace is evaluating blade technology from subsidiary Dowty Propellers for application on the Open Fan engine demonstrator currently in development with CFM International joint venture partner Safran.

As U.S. value airlines face the back half of a challenging decade, headwinds and premium appetites are reshaping how the segment can define success, and themselves.

Emirates SkyCargo expands its fleet with the first 777-300ERSF, boosting cargo capacity and advancing plans for a global cargo hub at Al Maktoum Airport.

Airports and airlines urge the EU to suspend EES during peak season as border delays disrupt passengers and strain operations.

IATA director general urges industry action now.

Israel is moving forward with an expansion of Ben Gurion Airport in Tel Aviv, signaling confidence in the long-term recovery of the country’s aviation sector.

UK regional airline Loganair is exploring the use of hybrid- and hydrogen-electric aircraft on short range regional routes.

Royal Jordanian targets Asian Oneworld partners and Levant dominance with new routes to Mumbai, Karachi and Beijing while leveraging conflict-zone expertise.

Southeast Asia could generate $8.5 billion from Corsia carbon credits if governments implement needed policies, a new study finds.

Airlines are still facing jet fuel difficulties as well as network changes, despite efforts to end the Iran war and reliably reopen the Strait of Hormuz.

Oman Air is determined that its four-year transformation plan aimed at restoring it to profitability will remain on track despite the impact of the Gulf crisis.