Woodward

Safran has sold its North American electromechanical actuation businesses to Woodward as it seeks to address antitrust concerns related to a deal with RTX.

JetZero has marked a key step toward development of its full-scale blended wing body demonstrator.

Recent comments from supplier executives suggest the acute challenges introduced in recent years may be easing.

Woodward cited strong commercial demand in the June quarter as its sales rose 6% year-on-year, with its aftermarket business doing particularly well.

The FAA’s decision to freeze 737 MAX production levels likely does not have a significant effect on top suppliers, according to executives and analysts.