The budget airline is reviewing labour agreements and other expenses as it warns that higher jet fuel prices could push up European air fares in 2027

Aviation News - Boeing has released its 2026 World Air Cargo Forecast, projecting that global air cargo traffic will double over the next two decades, pushing the worldwide freighter fleet past 4,000 airplanes by 2045. The biannual forecast was unveiled at The International Air Cargo Association's Air Cargo Forum in Miami, providing a comprehensive look at major air trade markets and long-term industry trends.

Aviation News - Airbus and Air France-KLM have officially established Alpha Component Solutions, a 50-50 joint venture dedicated to providing comprehensive component support, maintenance, and supply chain management for the worldwide Airbus A350 fleet. The newly formed entity brings together the specialized capabilities of Airbus’ Flight Hours Services (FHS) and Air France Industries KLM Engineering & Maintenance (AFI KLM E&M). Operating as a shared-access pool, the venture aims to address the expanding long-term maintenance requirements of global A350 operators.

Aviation News – Global leasing leader AerCap has finalized a strategic agreement to lease two Boeing B777-300ERSF freighters, bolstering global cargo capacity ahead of their 2027 delivery schedule. ​The newly leased cargo aircraft, known as the "Big Twin" conversions, are scheduled for delivery to their operator in March and September 2027. This milestone highlights AerCap's ongoing commitment to modernizing its portfolio with high-efficiency, widebody cargo aircraft to meet rising global shipping demands.

The aerospace parts manufacturing market size is projected to grow from $1063.13 billion in 2026 to $1558.80 billion by 2034, at a CAGR of 4.9% during the forecast period 2026-2034.

The Federal Aviation Administration has approved Boeing’s 737 Max 10 for passenger service, clearing a major regulatory hurdle for the

Texarkana Regional Airport told commissioners it has a $66 million construction project to host an MRO facility and that targeted advertising and trade‑show attendance drove a major uptick in social media reach; the airport asked A&P support to sustain marketing efforts to attract tenants.

Region’s airlines carried 31.7mn passengers last year, nearly double the pre-pandemic level.

AviationNews – Portugal's government has formally picked the Lufthansa Group to acquire a 44.9 percent stake in TAP Air Portugal, ending a heated bidding war with Franco-Dutch competitor Air France-KLM. The strategic alliance secures a major European transatlantic gateway for the German aviation group while opening a new chapter in the restructuring of the Portuguese national carrier. The official decision arrived during an extraordinary cabinet session in Lisbon following a rigorous evaluation of final binding proposals.

Flight BA2660 was heading to Faro when it turned back over France after reports of window damage, with the aircraft landing safely at Gatwick following a technical issue.

Soucieux de se concentrer sur son cœur de métier, Boeing va sous-traiter ses activités liées aux eVTOL (aéronefs à décollage et atterrissage verticaux).

Mental health in aviation is discussed widely and has been seen as a risk factor for all civil aviation authorities but...

Aviation News – Global aircraft leasing leader Avolon has signed a landmark firm order with Boeing for 140 737 MAX aircraft, significantly bolstering its long-term fleet capacity and market position. This major acquisition drives Avolon’s total firm aircraft commitments to 749 units, underscoring strong confidence in modern, fuel-efficient narrowbody jets. The transaction remains subject to approval by the shareholders of Bohai Leasing Co., Ltd., Avolon’s 70% majority shareholder, with clearance anticipated before the end of October 2026.

Aviation News – European aerospace titan Airbus delivered 72 commercial aircraft in September, maintaining steady progress toward its ambitious annual targets despite persistent global supply chain bottlenecks. The latest shipments bring the planemaker’s total deliveries for the first nine months of the year to 547 aircraft, representing an eight percent increase compared to the same period last year. The September figures mirror performance from a year prior, when Airbus handed over 73 aircraft to customers worldwide.

AviationNews – Biman Bangladesh Airlines is poised to finalize a massive acquisition of 10 modern aircraft from European manufacturer Airbus, marking a strategic shift in the national flag carrier's long-term fleet evolution. The multi-billion-dollar transaction, slated for signature in Dhaka, comprises four widebody A350-900s and six narrowbody A321neo jets. This landmark agreement will diversify Biman's predominantly single-manufacturer profile and significantly boost its international connectivity.

FlyDubai's hiring of a banned co-pilot exposes major aviation security lapses on Dubai-Tel Aviv route.

Aviation News – Embraer delivered 66 aircraft in the third quarter of 2026, marking the best third-quarter delivery performance in the Brazilian manufacturer's history as production smoothing initiatives continue to pay off. The record-setting performance represents a 2% increase quarter-over-quarter and a 6% gain compared to the same period in 2025. Across the first nine months of 2026, Embraer handed over a total of 175 aircraft, reflecting a robust 14% rise over the 153 units delivered during the same timeframe last year.

Aviation News – The Department of the Air Force has awarded Boeing a contract for 22 F-15EX Eagle II aircraft under Lot 7, preserving crucial congressionally provided reconciliation funding. The strategic agreement protects federal buying power while sustaining continuous production of the advanced multirole fighter jet. The procurement deal reflects careful alignment with current programmatic realities following a major production disruption in 2025 and persistent inflation pressures across the broader defense industrial base.

Aviation News – Defense giant Raytheon, an RTX business, has secured a multi-year contract valued at up to $20.7 billion to accelerate the manufacturing of AMRAAM missiles to record-setting levels. Awarded under the Department of War's Arsenal of Freedom initiative, the deal aims to replenish critical defense stockpiles and supply advanced weaponry to U.S. and allied forces. The five-year multi-year agreement, which includes two option years, formalizes a landmark framework established between…

Aviation News – Armenian carrier FlyOne Armenia has finalized a landmark direct purchase agreement with European manufacturer Airbus for two next-generation A321neo aircraft. Announced on September 30, 2026, the deal marks the airline's first direct manufacturer order to significantly scale regional passenger capacity. The commercial agreement formalizes the preliminary terms established in a Memorandum of Understanding signed in May 2026 during French President Emmanuel Macron’s diplomatic visit to Armenia.

AviationNews – Airbus remains on course to hit its annual target of roughly 870 commercial jet deliveries this year, despite recent factory defects that disrupted single-aisle assembly lines. Speaking following milestone flight tests in Toulouse, Lars Wagner

Aviation News – The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has halted the certification process for Boeing's long-delayed 737 MAX 10 until the manufacturer resolves a newly disclosed software defect. The decision marks the latest setback for the aerospace giant as it attempts to bring the largest variant of its best-selling narrowbody jetliner family to market. ​Boeing revealed the flaw after discovering that a bug affecting flight control software could prevent pilots from accessing automated flight guidance under specific landing scenarios.