Aerospace

Leonardo explores a piloting standard for powered-lift aircraft to simplify training and support advanced air mobility as a mass transportation mode.

DAE and Neuberger Specialty Finance launch Mustang Aerospace to invest $6 billion in aircraft assets, aiming to build a major leasing franchise.

South Korea's leading industrial groups have committed a combined $204 billion to develop advanced manufacturing and technology infrastructure in the country's southern region.

Odyssey Space has signed a pact with Singapore-based Nandina REM, securing access to reclaimed aerospace-grade carbon fiber and phenolic felt batting and yarns for future space applications.

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.

The carrier and the finlet developer collected more than 2,000 hr. of cruise data to confirm 1.2% fuel saving.

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.

TALICA has acquired CELCO, KS (metal finishing/electropolishing); Talica is backed by JLL Partners.

CMA CGM, France agreed to acquire FEDEX SUPPLY CHAIN (third-party logistics services) for $1.4b.

EMBRAER acquired remaining stake in Mexico-based EZ AIR INTERIOR (luggage bins, galleys, lavatories, and floor panels for E-Jets) from Safran Cabin; joint venture was formed in 2012 with C&D Interiors (now Safran Cabin).

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.

Indian startup Sarla completes hover tests of half-scale eVTOL demonstrator as multiple companies advance electric air taxi development in India.

As AAM aircraft move closer to deployment, regional airports are discovering that infrastructure readiness depends on coordinated systems, operational data, and community alignment.

Ten years after the C Series entered service, editors are joined by Richard Aboulafia to assess the success of what is now the A220 and explain why a decision to stretch it or not is such a conundrum for Airbus.

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

As Airbus and Boeing develop A320neo and 737 MAX successors, opportunities will open for suppliers to deploy long-developed products.

Airbus is promoting the idea of minimum investment and minimum change if it launches a larger A220, but the timing remains unclear.

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.

The UAE's drive to lead in AAM continues with Abu Dhabi-based Lodd Autonomous launching the certification program for its Hili hybrid-electric uncrewed cargo aircraft.

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

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

North Dakota’s Vantis network is expanding its beyond-visual-line-of-sight capabilities after Frontier Precision became the system’s second “Champion Operator.”