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Evolito will provide electric engines for the Electra EL9
Image render – Evolito Electra has selected Evolito, a leading developer of electric engines, generators and fully-integrated electric propulsion systems for aerospace, to supply the electric propulsion units (EPUs) for Electra’s groundbreaking EL9 Ultra Short hybrid-electric aircraft that takes off and lands in 150 feet

SWISS’s first Airbus A350 arrives in its new Zurich home
Text and Image; Swiss SWISS’s first Airbus A350 arrived at its new home of Zurich Airport today (Thursday 9 October). The brand-new twinjet with its

Boeing Awarded Contract for Eight Additional MH-139A Helicopters
Boeing now under contract for 34 MH-139A aircraft

Delivery of the 300th Rafale
The production of the 300th Rafale has been completed a few days ago. This milestone reflects the operational, industrial, and commercial success of this combat aircraft, which has no equivalent in its category in terms of versatility and proven operational effectiveness.

Sweden orders four Embraer C-390 Millennium as part of joint European procurement; contract includes seven additional options paving the way for future acquisitions.
This contract also includes seven purchase options, paving the way for future acquisitions by other European nations.

France Places New Falcon Albatros Order
On September 26, 2025, the French Defense Procurement and Technology Agency (DGA) placed an order with Dassault Aviation for five Falcon 2000 Albatros aircraft as part of the Maritime Surveillance and Intervention Aircraft (AVSIMAR) program.

Lockheed Martin Sikorsky Receives Five-Year Contract to Build Up to 99 CH-53K® Heavy Lift Helicopters for the U.S. Marine Corps
Multi-year award will help stabilize U.S. industrial base, ensure consistent aircraft deliveries

The Royal Thai Air Force adds two Airbus H225 helicopters
Text & Image; Airbus. Airbus Helicopters has signed a contract with the Royal Thai Air Force (RTAF) for the acquisition of two multi-role helicopters. There

Start of the eurofighter implementation plan at gando air base.
This plan aims to define, coordinate, and monitor all the actions necessary to ensure the proper integration and implementation of this new system.

Norwegian Group places new order for Boeing 737 Max
Scandinavia’s leading airline expands its commitment to the 737 MAX with a deal for 30 737-8 aircraft

Turkish Airlines orders up to 75 Boeing 787 Dreamliners and commits to purchasing more 737 Max aircraft.
Turkish Airlines orders up to 75 Boeing 787 Dreamliners and commits to purchasing more 737 Max aircraft.

Royal thai air force orders next-generation airbus a330 mrtt+.
Text & Images; Airbus. The Royal Thai Air Force (RTAF) has ordered an Airbus A330 Multi Role Tanker Transport Plus (MRTT+). This A330neo-based evolution of

Etap c-25-3 exercise at ablitas aerodrome
Text & Images T4AV Photos Pere Vilalta Last Thursday, September 11th, we once again had the privilege of attending and observing, just a few meters

NASA selects SpaceX to tow and crash the International Space Station (ISS)
NASA has announced that SpaceX has been selected to develop and deliver an orbiter capable of delivering the space station into orbit and ensuring that

Lockheed Martin Sikorsky receives contract from the U.S. Army for the modernization of the Black Hawk
Sikorsky, a Lockheed Martin company, today announced a new contract with the U.S. Army that will fund Black Hawk modernization engineering initiatives. The initial $43

An A400M from the 31st Wing takes off from Zaragoza Air Base en route to the Baltic Air Policing mission.
An A400M from Wing 31 took off this morning for Šiauliai, Lithuania, to join the Vilkas detachment, which is beginning its 69th rotation as part

Lockheed Martin continues its support to the Philippine Air Force with the delivery of five Black Hawk helicopters.
Lockheed Martin announced today the delivery of five new Black Hawk helicopters to the Philippine Air Force. This milestone contributes to the continued modernization of

Air Canada announces full resumption of flights after reaching agreement with government and unions
The Canadian airline has announced that it plans to resume flights today, after the Canadian Industrial Relations Board (CIRB) acted on a directive from Patty

Iberia Mantenimiento launches a pioneering course to train and hire engine maintenance technicians.
Iberia Mantenimiento has launched a call for applications to recruit professionals from other branches of the vehicle maintenance industry who want to make the leap

The Czech Air Force and Space Force are participating in the Galileo SAR Meet exercise in the Czech Republic.
The Spanish Air Force demonstrated its search and rescue capabilities during the Galileo SAR Meet exercise, held at the 24th Transport Air Force Base in

Airlink and Azorra finalize the leasing of 10 new Embraer E195-E2s
Airlink and Azorra have finalized a leasing agreement that will allow the Johannesburg-based airline to acquire 10 new Embraer E195-E2 twin-engine passenger jets, with the

Alaska Airlines debuts new look with 787 and opens new intercontinental routes
Alaska Airlines announced this week that it will offer new nonstop routes from Seattle to London (Heathrow), Rome, and Reykjavik (Iceland). The new routes will

The Boeing-built X-37B space plane is ready for its eighth mission.
The Boeing-built X-37B Orbital Test Vehicle (OTV) is preparing to launch its eighth mission (OTV-8) from Florida’s Space Coast, with liftoff scheduled for August 21.

Qatar Airways Cargo, IAG Cargo and MASkargo announce their intention to launch a joint global cargo business.
Qatar Airways Cargo, IAG Cargo and MAB Kargo Sdn Bhd (MASkargo) have announced their intention to launch a global cargo joint venture that, subject to

Presentation of AEROS to position Catalonia as a European benchmark in the aeronautical and space sector
AeroS, the Catalan aeronautical and space ecosystem, recently held its public launch with the event “The Space Industry: Promoting Collaboration between Industry and Technology” at

The ETAP-C 25-01 advanced tactical transport flight training course concludes in Zaragoza.
Once again, Zaragoza has been the setting for one of the most demanding advanced tactical airlift training sessions held annually in Europe. This unique project

Blue Origin’s New Shepard completes its 30th space mission with Jesús Calleja on board, the third Spaniard to reach space.
Blue Origin successfully completed its tenth crewed spaceflight and the thirtieth in the New Shepard program. The astronaut crew included Lane Bess, Jesús Calleja, Elaine

Republikorp is ready to produce Bayraktar TB3 and Akinci drones in Indonesia
Indonesia and Turkey have entered a new era of strategic defense cooperation with the signing of a joint venture agreement (JVA) between Baykar Makina and

ATR and Aéropyrénées join forces to attract new generations of ATR pilots
On the occasion of the Aerospace Training and Careers Expo (SFMA – January 31–February 2, Le Bourget, France), ATR and AéroPyrénées, a renowned pilot training

Air Canada orders five additional A220s
Air Canada, Canada’s national airline, has signed a firm order with Airbus for five more next-generation single-aisle A220-300s marking the fifth anniversary of taking delivery

Pegasus purchases 200 Boeing 737MAX
A boost for the 737MAX program and a lifeline for Boeing from the Turkish low-cost airline. Pegasus Airlines announces it will expand and modernize its

Air Europa closes 2024 with record revenue
According to Europa Press, Air Europa will close 2024 with revenues of €2.9 billion, 6.3% more than last year, the company reported this week. The

Preparations for the European air transport course 24-04
Photos by Pere Vilalta Torné. With the deployment of key personnel on October 16th and the support of the Zaragoza Air Base Group, a new

European success with the historic launch of the new Ariane 6
Europe’s new Ariane 6 heavy-lift rocket has just completed its maiden flight, taking off from Europe’s Spaceport in French Guiana at 4:00 p.m. local time

The Andalusian aerospace sector confirms its growth path once again this year
The Minister of Industry, Energy and Mines of the Andalusian Regional Government, Jorge Paradela, and the president of the Andalucía Aerospace cluster, Antonio Gómez-Guillamón, have

China’s Chang’e probe marks a new milestone for humanity
Virtual reproduction of the ship taking off from the moon. Allrights Sihuan News. As reported by the Sihuan newspaper, China’s Chang’e-6 probe launched from the

Completely successful attendance at the European Rotors in Madrid
Europe’s largest helicopter trade show is exhibiting at IFEMA Madrid. A dozen helicopters will perform a show and then be exhibited at the show itself.

The FAA is demanding new inspections of the 737 Max9 from Boeing.
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) issued a new statement demanding Boeing provide additional data before the agency approves an extensive and rigorous inspection and maintenance

Evolito will provide electric engines for the Electra EL9
Image render – Evolito Electra has selected Evolito, a leading developer of electric engines, generators and fully-integrated electric propulsion systems for aerospace, to supply the

SWISS’s first Airbus A350 arrives in its new Zurich home
Text and Image; Swiss SWISS’s first Airbus A350 arrived at its new home of Zurich Airport today (Thursday 9 October). The brand-new twinjet with its

Boeing Awarded Contract for Eight Additional MH-139A Helicopters
Boeing now under contract for 34 MH-139A aircraft

Delivery of the 300th Rafale
The production of the 300th Rafale has been completed a few days ago. This milestone reflects the operational, industrial, and commercial success of this combat aircraft, which has no equivalent in its category in terms of versatility and proven operational effectiveness.

Sweden orders four Embraer C-390 Millennium as part of joint European procurement; contract includes seven additional options paving the way for future acquisitions.
This contract also includes seven purchase options, paving the way for future acquisitions by other European nations.

France Places New Falcon Albatros Order
On September 26, 2025, the French Defense Procurement and Technology Agency (DGA) placed an order with Dassault Aviation for five Falcon 2000 Albatros aircraft as part of the Maritime Surveillance and Intervention Aircraft (AVSIMAR) program.

Lockheed Martin Sikorsky Receives Five-Year Contract to Build Up to 99 CH-53K® Heavy Lift Helicopters for the U.S. Marine Corps
Multi-year award will help stabilize U.S. industrial base, ensure consistent aircraft deliveries

The Royal Thai Air Force adds two Airbus H225 helicopters
Text & Image; Airbus. Airbus Helicopters has signed a contract with the Royal Thai Air Force (RTAF) for the acquisition of two multi-role helicopters. There

Start of the eurofighter implementation plan at gando air base.
This plan aims to define, coordinate, and monitor all the actions necessary to ensure the proper integration and implementation of this new system.

Norwegian Group places new order for Boeing 737 Max
Scandinavia’s leading airline expands its commitment to the 737 MAX with a deal for 30 737-8 aircraft

Turkish Airlines orders up to 75 Boeing 787 Dreamliners and commits to purchasing more 737 Max aircraft.
Turkish Airlines orders up to 75 Boeing 787 Dreamliners and commits to purchasing more 737 Max aircraft.

Royal thai air force orders next-generation airbus a330 mrtt+.
Text & Images; Airbus. The Royal Thai Air Force (RTAF) has ordered an Airbus A330 Multi Role Tanker Transport Plus (MRTT+). This A330neo-based evolution of

Etap c-25-3 exercise at ablitas aerodrome
Text & Images T4AV Photos Pere Vilalta Last Thursday, September 11th, we once again had the privilege of attending and observing, just a few meters

NASA selects SpaceX to tow and crash the International Space Station (ISS)
NASA has announced that SpaceX has been selected to develop and deliver an orbiter capable of delivering the space station into orbit and ensuring that

Lockheed Martin Sikorsky receives contract from the U.S. Army for the modernization of the Black Hawk
Sikorsky, a Lockheed Martin company, today announced a new contract with the U.S. Army that will fund Black Hawk modernization engineering initiatives. The initial $43

An A400M from the 31st Wing takes off from Zaragoza Air Base en route to the Baltic Air Policing mission.
An A400M from Wing 31 took off this morning for Šiauliai, Lithuania, to join the Vilkas detachment, which is beginning its 69th rotation as part

Lockheed Martin continues its support to the Philippine Air Force with the delivery of five Black Hawk helicopters.
Lockheed Martin announced today the delivery of five new Black Hawk helicopters to the Philippine Air Force. This milestone contributes to the continued modernization of

Air Canada announces full resumption of flights after reaching agreement with government and unions
The Canadian airline has announced that it plans to resume flights today, after the Canadian Industrial Relations Board (CIRB) acted on a directive from Patty

Iberia Mantenimiento launches a pioneering course to train and hire engine maintenance technicians.
Iberia Mantenimiento has launched a call for applications to recruit professionals from other branches of the vehicle maintenance industry who want to make the leap

The Czech Air Force and Space Force are participating in the Galileo SAR Meet exercise in the Czech Republic.
The Spanish Air Force demonstrated its search and rescue capabilities during the Galileo SAR Meet exercise, held at the 24th Transport Air Force Base in

Airlink and Azorra finalize the leasing of 10 new Embraer E195-E2s
Airlink and Azorra have finalized a leasing agreement that will allow the Johannesburg-based airline to acquire 10 new Embraer E195-E2 twin-engine passenger jets, with the

Alaska Airlines debuts new look with 787 and opens new intercontinental routes
Alaska Airlines announced this week that it will offer new nonstop routes from Seattle to London (Heathrow), Rome, and Reykjavik (Iceland). The new routes will

The Boeing-built X-37B space plane is ready for its eighth mission.
The Boeing-built X-37B Orbital Test Vehicle (OTV) is preparing to launch its eighth mission (OTV-8) from Florida’s Space Coast, with liftoff scheduled for August 21.

Qatar Airways Cargo, IAG Cargo and MASkargo announce their intention to launch a joint global cargo business.
Qatar Airways Cargo, IAG Cargo and MAB Kargo Sdn Bhd (MASkargo) have announced their intention to launch a global cargo joint venture that, subject to

Presentation of AEROS to position Catalonia as a European benchmark in the aeronautical and space sector
AeroS, the Catalan aeronautical and space ecosystem, recently held its public launch with the event “The Space Industry: Promoting Collaboration between Industry and Technology” at

The ETAP-C 25-01 advanced tactical transport flight training course concludes in Zaragoza.
Once again, Zaragoza has been the setting for one of the most demanding advanced tactical airlift training sessions held annually in Europe. This unique project

Blue Origin’s New Shepard completes its 30th space mission with Jesús Calleja on board, the third Spaniard to reach space.
Blue Origin successfully completed its tenth crewed spaceflight and the thirtieth in the New Shepard program. The astronaut crew included Lane Bess, Jesús Calleja, Elaine

Republikorp is ready to produce Bayraktar TB3 and Akinci drones in Indonesia
Indonesia and Turkey have entered a new era of strategic defense cooperation with the signing of a joint venture agreement (JVA) between Baykar Makina and

ATR and Aéropyrénées join forces to attract new generations of ATR pilots
On the occasion of the Aerospace Training and Careers Expo (SFMA – January 31–February 2, Le Bourget, France), ATR and AéroPyrénées, a renowned pilot training

Air Canada orders five additional A220s
Air Canada, Canada’s national airline, has signed a firm order with Airbus for five more next-generation single-aisle A220-300s marking the fifth anniversary of taking delivery

Pegasus purchases 200 Boeing 737MAX
A boost for the 737MAX program and a lifeline for Boeing from the Turkish low-cost airline. Pegasus Airlines announces it will expand and modernize its

Air Europa closes 2024 with record revenue
According to Europa Press, Air Europa will close 2024 with revenues of €2.9 billion, 6.3% more than last year, the company reported this week. The

Preparations for the European air transport course 24-04
Photos by Pere Vilalta Torné. With the deployment of key personnel on October 16th and the support of the Zaragoza Air Base Group, a new

European success with the historic launch of the new Ariane 6
Europe’s new Ariane 6 heavy-lift rocket has just completed its maiden flight, taking off from Europe’s Spaceport in French Guiana at 4:00 p.m. local time

The Andalusian aerospace sector confirms its growth path once again this year
The Minister of Industry, Energy and Mines of the Andalusian Regional Government, Jorge Paradela, and the president of the Andalucía Aerospace cluster, Antonio Gómez-Guillamón, have

China’s Chang’e probe marks a new milestone for humanity
Virtual reproduction of the ship taking off from the moon. Allrights Sihuan News. As reported by the Sihuan newspaper, China’s Chang’e-6 probe launched from the

Completely successful attendance at the European Rotors in Madrid
Europe’s largest helicopter trade show is exhibiting at IFEMA Madrid. A dozen helicopters will perform a show and then be exhibited at the show itself.

The FAA is demanding new inspections of the 737 Max9 from Boeing.
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) issued a new statement demanding Boeing provide additional data before the agency approves an extensive and rigorous inspection and maintenance