The FAA’s radio altimeter (RA) upgrade mandate sets Dec. 30, 2030, as the deadline for commercial aircraft and will give other affected operations, including Part 135, until Oct. 31, 2034.

FAA will require radio altimeter upgrades ahead of expanded C-band wireless services beginning in 2030.

CFM has earned FAA approval for its Leap-1B upgrade package, GE Aerospace CEO Larry Culp has confirmed, clearing the way for installations of the new parts during shop visits and on new-production engines.

Pratt & Whitney anticipates regulators will sign off on the PW1100G geared turbofan (GTF) hot section upgrade kit around the end of the year.

The Ryanair Boeing 737-800 flight that suffered an in-flight engine failure and damaged cabin window appears similar to two high-profile Southwest Airlines accidents that prompted significant changes.

Aircastle plans to return Spirit’s A320neos to service by 2027, addressing engine costs and fuel efficiency amid rising fuel prices and cautious market outlook.

Apollo proposes a higher bid for EasyJet, raising questions about its future strategy and potential impact on European maintenance and fleet operations.

Stakeholders float plans for a new maintenance hangar at Bristol Airport.