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FAA clears Washington Manassas Airport for commercial service with a FONSI, paving the way for a new terminal and scheduled airline operations.

The recent U.S. earnings period contained significant airline updates, ones that appeared to speak to a maturing industry and associated constraints and pains.

Britten-Norman unveils the first UK-built Islander in nearly six decades as production ramps up at its Bembridge facility on the Isle of Wight.

Pratt & Whitney GTF engine issues persist as the Airbus A220 marks a decade of operations.

Allegiant Air shifts from its no-frills model with premium seating launching in 2027, following its merger with Sun Country Airlines.

Lufthansa Group announces leadership changes at Edelweiss Air, Eurowings and Lufthansa City Airlines.

Lufthansa Technik has begun trials of an updated form of its AeroShark fuel-saving aircraft coating, with its installation on a Lufthansa City Airlines A319.

Blocked funds threaten African airlines’ viability, choking cash flow and connectivity, as AFRAA calls for decisive action to resolve the crisis.

EasyJet faces deadlines for Apollo and Castlelake bids, with ownership rules and consolidation shaping the future of the UK low-cost carrier.

FAA Deputy Administrator Chris Rocheleau is stepping down from his post after an eventful year and a half with the agency, initially as acting administrator.

Jetstar Airways is planning to continue its fleet upgrade efforts over the next 12 months with the delivery of more Airbus A320neos and the completion of cabin refits for most of its Boeing 787s.

Azores Airlines advances privatization with key deadlines set, aiming to attract investors while addressing financial debt and workforce restructuring.

International Airlines Group is cutting back on capacity growth as it deals with a steep rise in fuel costs for the foreseeable future.

The NTSB says inadequate airspeed management during severe icing conditions, among other factors, led to a fatal crash in the Bering Sea off of Alaska in 2025.

This week's Flight Friday looks at the Leap-1B engine and the Boeing 737 MAX types it powers.

FAA mandates expanded CFM56-7B fan blade inspections after recent updates, addressing safety concerns following past and recent engine failures.

Boeing begins ETOPS testing for the 777-9, a key step toward certification, with initial deliveries expected after FAA approval in early 2027.

Icelandair expands its A320neo fleet to 10 aircraft and accelerates its Boeing 757 and 767 retirements, with full next-generation fleet operation by 2027.

Lydian Labs secures $43 million to advance e-SAF production with modular reactors, aiming to cut costs and compete with biofuels within the decade.

Airbus and Qantas complete a 24-hr. test flight for Project Sunrise, simulating nonstop Sydney-London service with the A350-1000ULR.

WestJet faces potential strike action as early as Aug. 2, with flight attendants demanding better pay terms and the airline issuing a lockout notice.

Rolls-Royce plans to test-fly an improved version of the Trent XWB-97 engine in 2027 ahead of certification anticipated for later in the year.

US-Bangla plans to lease 21 Boeing aircraft by 2027, expand routes across Asia and the Middle East and add widebodies for long-haul growth.