UPS is preparing to take delivery of a Boeing 767-300ERF from Boeing, further reinforcing its position as one of the world’s largest and most reliable cargo operators. The aircraft, identified by MSN 67981, is powered by a pair of CF6-80C2B6F engines, a proven workhorse in the freighter sector known for reliability and performance.
AerFin has taken another important step in advancing its A320neo programme with the acquisition of its fifth aircraft, reinforcing its strategy of providing sustainable and cost-efficient aftermarket solutions for the aviation industry.
Airbus is strengthening its U.S. industrial presence with plans to open a second final assembly line (FAL) for the A320 family at its Mobile, Alabama site. The expansion reflects the company’s strategy to meet surging global demand for narrowbody jets while addressing its significant backlog.
The first Airbus A321XLR, operated by Wizz Air and registered as G-XLRA (MSN 11631), sustained a tail strike incident while landing at Prague International Airport on September 11, 2025. The aircraft, arriving from London Gatwick Airport, experienced contact between the tail section of the fuselage and the runway during touchdown.
BBN Airlines Indonesia has achieved a significant milestone with the approval of EASA Third-Country Operator (TCO) authorization, marking a major step forward in its expansion into the European aviation market. This approval eliminates the need for individual permits from EU member states, granting BBN streamlined access to offer its Aircraft, Crew, Maintenance, and Insurance (ACMI) solutions across Europe.
All Nippon Airways (ANA) and Air Incheon have officially launched a codeshare agreement on freighter services connecting Japan and South Korea, effective September 15, 2025. The collaboration enables both carriers to sell cargo space on flights operated by either airline, creating greater flexibility and expanding options for shippers between the two markets. By combining the strengths of their…
Silk Way West Airlines has extended its strategic services agreement with GE Aerospace, a move that underscores the carrier’s ambitions for growth and modernization in the global air cargo market. The comprehensive agreement covers maintenance for five Boeing 747-8F powered by GEnx-2B engines, six Boeing 777F with GE90-115B engines, and up to four upcoming Boeing 777-8F with GE9X engines. This collaboration secures long-term technical support while providing predictable cost…
Aviation Blade Services (ABS) has entered into a strategic partnership with GDC Middle East (GDCME) to establish a new helicopter rotor blade repair facility in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This initiative represents a major step forward in developing the Kingdom’s aerospace infrastructure and enhancing its ability to provide in-country maintenance solutions.
American Airlines has announced the launch of new daily nonstop flights between Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) and Vero Beach Regional Airport (VRB), beginning February 12, 2025. The new service will be operated year-round with Bombardier CRJ-700 aircraft, marking a significant addition to the airline’s expanding Florida network.
ST Engineering has strengthened its Commercial Aerospace business in Singapore with the official opening of a new engine MRO facility at its Paya Lebar aerospace compound. The multimillion-dollar expansion was inaugurated by Singapore’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Trade and Industry, Gan Kim Yong, highlighting the company’s growing role in supporting global engine maintenance needs.
