Aircraft & Propulsion

Greater awareness of Scope 3 emissions trading and stronger government support are among the key takeaways from an eight-month pilot program.

Lufthansa is expecting to take delivery of as many as 10 Boeing 787-9s by the end of 2025, with interiors certifications nearing.

Virgin Australia CEO Dave Emerson says that while the carrier will consider ordering its own widebody aircraft, any decision is likely to be a few years away.

Rolls-Royce expects to have a position on a future narrowbody aircraft, CEO Tufan Erginbilgiç said as the engine-maker released first-half earnings.

Safran CEO Olivier Andriès said CFM International aims to catch up on Leap-1A engine deliveries to Airbus by the end of October.

Following a difficult first half of the year, major U.S. airlines are describing improvements in demand and continued growth in premium offerings.

The Trump administration has effectively spared Embraer from elevated tariffs imposed on Brazil, softening a major potential headwind for the manufacturer.

Airbus plans to boost production of the A330neo widebody after strong order bookings, while warning about challenges in delivering other output hikes.

ITA Airways plans to add one new long-haul aircraft per year starting in 2026, gradually replacing older aircraft with next-generation models.

Boom has begun manufacturing parts for the initial test core of the Overture’s Symphony supersonic engine at its Denver facility.

Strengthening commercial aircraft production and delivery numbers in recent months are signs that Boeing’s recovery is gaining pace.

JetBlue Airways and United Airlines have completed a U.S. Transportation Department (DOT) review of their Blue Sky partnership.

LATAM Airlines Group is hinting it could be in the market for smaller aircraft offerings from Airbus and Embraer.

Diversified aerospace supplier Woodward posted increased sales and net income growth in its fiscal third quarter, driven by demand for its aftermarket services.

Swiss International Air Lines outlined its first Airbus A350-900 route while presenting the first and business-class seats for its “Swiss Senses” cabin concept.

The European Commission has approved state aid for a Danish measure aimed at reducing domestic aviation emissions by boosting SAF use for domestic flights.

Swiss’ new A350-900s will be delivered with the new Swiss Senses cabin installed; the cabin concept will be gradually extended to its A330-300s and 777-300ERs.

Despite gains, the path to aviation net zero looks uncertain.

Vietnam Airlines is looking to dry lease an Airbus A321F as it prepares to launch dedicated freighter operations.

Boeing’s efforts to gradually ramp up production showed further signs of progress in the second quarter, with 737 MAX and 787s reaching higher output, but certification of new versions of the company’s narrowbody have slipped into next year.

Satellite images of China’s vast wind-tunnel complex suggest the existence of a nearly complete cryogenic facility able to test large transonic transport aircraft while NASA is preparing to mothball several sites because of budget issues.

Etihad is planning to open a slew of routes using its new Airbus A321LRs over the coming years, opening services that would not be viable without the aircraft.

Delaying delivery of E175s as a result of potentially increased tariffs on Brazilian goods imported to the U.S will negatively impact efficiency at SkyWest.

The first Airbus A321XLR delivered to American Airlines has yet to enter service, as it awaits the supply of seats.

The EU and U.S. have agreed to return to zero tariffs on aircraft and components in a move that will come as a relief to a European aerospace industry that had been planning for the worst.