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August 3, 2026
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An Iberia Airbus A320 was immobilised on the runway at Split Airport after a nose-gear malfunction during landing, forcing the temporary closure of the airport and disrupting operations on one of…
The French Microlight Federation announces new rules governing instructor training and approval of training organisations. A six-month transition period is…
IndiGo will deploy Airbus A321XLR on Mumbai to Amsterdam flights to retain AMS slots before A350 deliveries begin. The post IndiGo to Deploy Airbus A321XLR from Mumbai to Bicycle Capital of the…
A Jet2 flight bound for the French Riviera was forced to make an unexpected U-turn back to Manchester Airport on Monday following a technical issue mid-flight. MANCHESTER — Flight LS833, operated by…
The Belgian Air Force's Airbus A400M Atlas made an impressive landing on a Swedish highway during a multinational military exercise, demonstrating its ability to operate from runways…
A Scandinavian Airlines System long-haul flight bound for Tokyo was forced to turn back to Copenhagen Airport following an in-flight engine problem over Poland. COPENHAGEN — Flight SK983, operated…
The French aircraft manufacturer is seeking cooperation with experienced companies for the series production of its ERA regional aircraft. A subsidiary of Piper Aircraft is to produce components…
This report was originally published on IDRW.org. Dassault Aviation has highlighted the growing role of Indian industry in its global manufacturing network, reaffirming its... The post Dassault…
Airbus Defence and Space and Thales Alenia Space will build a replacement military communications satellite for Spain as they, along with Leonardo, continue efforts on a space joint venture. The…
CMA CGM has pulled out of the race for a stake (49%) in France’s biggest rail freight player, Rail Logistics Europe (RLE), according to a report in the French media. Contacted by The Loadstar, both…
Video: 00:05:45 What does it take to send gourmet food to the International Space Station? Follow ESA astronaut Sophie Adenot's bonus menu from a French kitchen to orbit, where chefs, engineers and…
The Chief of Staff of the French Air and Space Force told senators that his service needs additional… The post French Air Force chief says it cannot wait until 2033 for more Rafale jets appeared…
The ADP Group will invest 8.2 billion euros through 2034 to modernize the Paris airports of Orly and Charles de Gaulle. Pending final approval from the Authority…
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It will become the world's longest scheduled XLR operation... but there's a twist!
The launch of the Meteosat Third Generation MTG-I2 weather satellite is scheduled for August 27 from the Kourou spaceport in French Guiana. The satellite will travel to…
Airbus Defence and Space has been awarded a contract with Hisdesat to act as prime contractor for the development and construction of SpainSat NG-III, the communications…
AW | 2026 08 03 06:49 | AIRLINES / INDUSTRY Airline to add four more A330neo Brazilian airline Azul Linhas Aéreas has signed a contract for four Airbus A330-900neo (4)…
Airbus continues to grow and closed the first half of 2026 with solid financial and operating results, driven by higher deliveries in the commercial sector and improved…
Flight testing of the militarized version of Airbus Helicopters' H160, the H160M, continues to gain momentum. The second of three planned prototypes now adds to the flight-test capacity…
The hub-and-spoke model is being directly challenged by Airbus' latest addition to the A320 family. Slowly, we may see a global change to networks.
By: Hispaviación Editorial Staff The start of AeroSHARK trials on the short- and medium-haul fleet marks a decisive step in the industrial maturity of the…
03-08-2026 Lufthansa Technik has taken a strategic step forward in aerodynamic efficiency by beginning trials of a new-generation version of its AeroSHARK technology on…
Syensqo has signed a multi-year supply agreement with Airbus to continue supplying advanced composite materials and adhesives for the manufacturer’s commercial aircraft, Defence & Space, and…
The satellite officially began full operations in December of that year and was designed for a ten-year service life. However, the precision of the launch, which placed it close to its…
Singapore Airlines deploys Airbus A380 daily on Auckland flights for Winter 2026-27 with more Suites and First Class seats. The post Singapore Airlines to Deploy Airbus A380 to This City After 7…
This report was originally published on IDRW.org. When aerial clashes between India and Pakistan thrust Dassault Aviation’s flagship Rafale fighter jet into real-world combat,... The post Defending…
The E2 is a serious competitor to the A220.
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August 2, 2026
Syensqo signs multi-year supply agreement with Airbus: Syensqo has secured a new long-term supply agreement with Airbus. Under the contract, Syensqo will continue to supply a broad range of advanced…
Airbus Defence and Space has been awarded a contract by Hisdesat to act as prime contractor for the development and construction of SpainSat NG-III, Europe’s most advanced secure communications…
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The Boeing 777-9 is bigger, but the Airbus A350-1000 has a decade head start. Here is what will decide aviation's next widebody war.