AAR LAUNCHES AI-DRIVEN PROCUREMENT PLATFORM FOR AIRLINES AND MROS

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AAR launches Airvoyant, an AI-driven procurement platform designed to streamline aircraft parts sourcing for airlines and MROs through automation and integrated supply chain intelligence. AI-enabled system aims to streamline aircraft parts sourcing and procurement workflows   Aviation services provider AAR CORP. has announced the launch of Airvoyant, an artificial intelligence-driven procurement platform designed to modernise […]

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SITA INTRODUCES MANAGED NETWORK SOLUTION FOR AIRPORT OPERATIONS

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SITA launches a managed campus network solution enabling airports and airlines to outsource connectivity infrastructure, improving reliability, scalability, and operational efficiency. New service shifts connectivity management away from airports and airlines   Air transport IT provider SITA has launched a fully managed connectivity solution aimed at reducing the operational burden on airports and airlines by […]

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PHU QUOC SET TO EMERGE AS FULLY AUTOMATED ASIA-PACIFIC AVIATION HUB

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Phu Quoc International Airport is being transformed into a fully automated aviation hub with biometric passenger processing and scalable infrastructure ahead of APEC 2027. Biometric-enabled passenger processing to support rapid capacity expansion ahead of APEC 2027 Phu Quoc International Airport is undergoing a major transformation aimed at positioning it as a next-generation aviation hub in […]

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ETHIOPIAN AIRLINES CONFIRMS ORDER FOR SIX BOEING 787-9 AIRCRAFT

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Ethiopian Airlines confirms an order for six Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners, supporting long-haul network expansion and increased cargo capacity. Widebody expansion supports long-haul growth and increased cargo capacity Ethiopian Airlines has confirmed an order for six additional Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner aircraft, converting options from its 2023 agreement with Boeing into firm orders.   The aircraft will […]

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BLACKHAWK GROUP EXPANDS INTO EUROPE WITH MCA AVIATION ACQUISITION

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The Blackhawk Group expands into Europe with the acquisition of UK-based MCA Aviation, strengthening its global MRO and aircraft upgrade network. UK-based King Air specialist strengthens global MRO and upgrade network The Blackhawk Group has expanded its global service network with the acquisition of MCA Aviation, marking its first strategic entry into the European market. […]

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V-22 NACELLE UPGRADE DELIVERS REDUCTION IN MAINTENANCE AND IMPROVED READINESS

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Bell’s Nacelle Improvement Programme has reduced V-22 Osprey maintenance hours by 75%, improving readiness and operational efficiency across CV-22 special operations fleets. Amarillo, Texas, 20 April 2026 – Bell Textron Inc. has reported significant operational improvements following the implementation of its Nacelle Improvement (NI) Programme on the V-22 Osprey fleet.   Based on more than […]

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KC-390 MILLENNIUM COMPLETES GLOBAL DEMONSTRATION TOUR ACROSS 11 COUNTRIES

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The KC-390 Millennium completed a 70-day global demonstration tour across 11 countries, showcasing its operational flexibility and performance in diverse military mission environments. Gavião Peixoto, 20 April 2026 – The KC-390 Millennium has completed an extensive international demonstration campaign, covering more than 47,000 nautical miles across 11 countries and logging approximately 140 flight hours.   […]

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EUROPEAN PARTNERS FORM ALLIANCE FOR POLAND’S DEFENCE SATELLITE PROGRAMME

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Thales Alenia Space, Airbus Defence and Space and RADMOR will develop a geostationary defence satellite for Poland, strengthening secure military communications and national space sovereignty. Gdansk, 20 April 2026 – Thales Alenia Space, Airbus Defence and Space, and RADMOR have signed an industrial cooperation agreement to develop a geostationary defence telecommunications satellite for Poland’s Ministry […]

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SMARTFLYER SFX1 PROGRAM ADVANCES WITH DELIVERY OF CERTIFIABLE BATTERY MODULES

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Smartflyer has received certifiable battery modules from H55 for its SFX1 hybrid-electric aircraft, advancing system integration and preparing for ground testing and first flight. Sion & Selzach, 20 April 2026 – Smartflyer has received the first batch of certifiable battery modules from H55, marking a key development milestone in the SFX1 hybrid-electric aircraft programme. The […]

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AIRBUS EXPANDS EUROPEAN CYBERSECURITY CAPABILITY WITH QUARKSLAB ACQUISITION

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Airbus has agreed to acquire French cybersecurity firm Quarkslab, strengthening its sovereign cyber capabilities and expanding its European defence and digital security network. Paris, 21 April 2026 – Airbus has entered into an agreement to acquire French cybersecurity firm Quarkslab, further strengthening its position as a sovereign cybersecurity provider across Europe.   The transaction, subject […]

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