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July 29, 2026
Airbus is evaluating stretched variants of the A220 regional jet and A350 widebody, though it’s still undisclosed when it could decide whether to launch both aircraft. Rolls-Royce is also…
Planemaker's backlog grows to more than 9,200 commercial aircraft despite higher production output
What can replace the superjumbo?
In three months, Canada's largest airline will launch a brand-new route... with flights increasing already. See more here!
Higher deliveries and demand: Airbus delivered 351 commercial aircraft in H1 2026 (up from 306 a year earlier), with commercial aircraft orders rising to 886 gross and 821 net orders. The commercial…
European airframer confident after strong performance over first six months. Airbus has left its ramp-up projections unchanged, as higher commercial aircraft deliveries contributed to a 15% rise in…
Romania takes a new step in strengthening its defence capabilities by signing two major contracts, worth a combined total of over one billion euros, for the acquisition…
Airbus SE (stock exchange symbol: AIR) reported consolidated financial results for the Half-Year (H1) ended 30 June 2026.
Passengers on an Emirates flight from Dubai to Shanghai were in for quite the ride last week after they ended up trapped on one of the airline’s Airbus A380 superjumbos for up to 24 hours, on a…
Why do aircraft made by Boeing feature slightly different noses to those made by Airbus?
Only the A380 has the capability to make an onboard shower economically feasible.
Scandinavian Airlines (SAS) signs a firm order for 18 Airbus A330-900 to accelerate fleet modernisation and expand its global network.
Air France teams up with chef Yves Camdeborde to revamp the dining offer in its long-haul lounges at Terminal 2E of Paris-Charles de Gaulle.
Before setting a new endurance record, the first Airbus A350-1000ULR built for Qantas completed its maiden long-haul proving flight from... Read More »
Airbus Vs. Boeing The Boeing vs Airbus rivalry has shaped modern aviation, with each company taking unique approaches to design, technology, and passenger experience. According to Bristol…
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Safran will develop only one next-generation combat aircraft engine and will prioritize French requirements, Chief Executive Officer Olivier Andriès said… The post Safran to prioritize French…
Philippine Airlines (PAL) has taken delivery of its third Airbus A350-1000 as the carrier continues building out its… The post Philippine Airlines welcomes third Airbus A350-1000 aircraft appeared…
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Science company Syensqo has signed a new long-term supply agreement with Airbus, under which it will continue its deliveries to the planemaker.
CT Engineering has announced it is joining Space Women Alliance (SWAN), a France-based international association devoted to increasing women's representation in the space industry.
In France, the Dassault name is often associated with very major commercial and industrial successes, both in commercial civil aviation and in combat aircraft…
In times of fleet groundings, few options are left available. Qatar Airways turned to its 'past mistakes' and proved that having a backup is vital.
The A350-1000ULR MSN707, which flew from Airbus’ plant in Toulouse to Melbourne last week, touched down from the return journey on 28 July after 24 hours and 24 minutes in the air, covering a total…
The Qantas Airbus A350-1000ULR, built to conquer the last frontier of long-haul travel, completed its round-trip test flight on Tuesday.
July 28, 2026
Free for nonsubscribers By Howard Hardee July 28, 2026, © Leeham News: Neither half of the global airliner manufacturing duopoly emerged from the Farnborough International Airshow with a totally new…
Venture hands over more than 1,000 Leap powerplants in first six months. French aerospace firm Safran has hiked its full-year forecast for CFM International Leap engine deliveries, expecting a “high…
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Why Delta Air Lines uses a lower-capacity Airbus A350 on its longest Atlanta–Johannesburg flight—and why fewer seats matter.
CharterDesk and Aero Cargo International France (ACI), part of ECS Group, completed a time-critical charter operation transporting two large aircraft engines from Helsinki to Casablanca for Royal…
Airbus's Beluga ST No. 4 joins the Aeroscopia museum in Toulouse alongside the Concorde and the A380.
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