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Airbus is set to open new final assembly lines (FALs) for its A320neo family aircraft in both the United States and China this October, aiming to boost production rates despite ongoing political tensions between the two countries.
American Airlines is preparing to introduce the Airbus A321XLR, a new long-range narrowbody aircraft that will play a significant role in its future fleet strategy.
Pratt & Whitney, GE Aerospace, and Honeywell are advancing the development of small turbofan engines for future unmanned fighter drones.
An Airbus A380 that previously flew for Malaysia Airlines has been relocated from France to the United Arab Emirates after nearly three years in storage.
The global commercial aviation industry is facing a significant bottleneck in aircraft manufacturing, with airlines experiencing delays in receiving new planes from Boeing and Airbus.
The Lockheed C-5 Galaxy and the Boeing 747 were both pioneers in the widebody aircraft category, with the C-5 making its first flight in June 1968 and the 747 entering service in January 1970.
Gulf Air has resumed flights to New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) after a 28-year hiatus.
Ryanair has announced it will not resume its flights to Tel Aviv, Israel, for the upcoming winter season unless Ben Gurion Airport (TLV) provides assurances regarding the use of Terminal 1 and confirmation of its historic slot allocations.
Taiwan-based Starlux Airlines and Alaska Airlines have expanded their codeshare agreement, enabling travelers to book single-ticket journeys from Taipei to 12 additional US cities via Alaska’s hubs in Seattle and San Francisco.
Over 25 years after the creation of the Star Alliance, global airline alliances are facing new challenges.
Passengers on a Qantas flight from Sydney to Johannesburg experienced an unexpected return to Australia after a technical problem with the aircraft's satellite communications system forced the Airbus A380 to turn back.
Brazilian aircraft manufacturer Embraer reported delivering 62 aircraft in the third quarter of 2025, reflecting a rise in both commercial and executive jet deliveries compared to previous quarters.
Germany has received its first Boeing P-8A Poseidon maritime patrol aircraft, marking a significant step in strengthening its naval surveillance and anti-submarine warfare capabilities.
The Boeing 777 has been a leading model in the twin-engine, long-haul aircraft market for many years, recognized for its strong performance and fuel efficiency.
Boeing has once again delayed the delivery timeline for its 777X aircraft, with production now expected to begin in 2027.
Earlier in September, British Airways introduced a policy that instructed its employees to only drink water "discreetly" while in public and wearing their uniforms.
Southwest Airlines has announced plans to begin flights to Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC) in Alaska.
For nearly two decades, the Boeing 777-200LR has played a unique role in commercial aviation.
In 2025, the United States' F-22 Raptor and China's J-20 Mighty Dragon remain two of the most advanced fifth-generation fighter jets in service, reflecting differing military strategies and technological capabilities between the two countries.
Vietnam Airlines is operating some of the rarest scheduled Airbus A350 flights in 2025, with all such routes listed this year being operated by the Vietnamese flag carrier.