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  • Supply Chain Challenges Could Cost Airlines More Than $11 Billion in 2025

    IATA and Oliver Wyman warn that aircraft supply chain delays could cost airlines $11 billion in 2025, driven by fuel, maintenance, leasing, and inventory costs.

    Supply Chain Challenges Could Cost Airlines More Than $11 Billion in 2025
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  • Mauritania Airlines Selects StandardAero for LEAP-1B and CFM56-7B Engine Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul Support

    StandardAero will provide CFM56-7B and LEAP-1B engine maintenance, repair, and overhaul services for Mauritania Airlines’ Boeing 737 fleet.

    Mauritania Airlines Selects StandardAero for LEAP-1B and CFM56-7B Engine MRO Support
  • Safran Aero Boosters and BMT Aerospace to Manufacture Key Components for Pratt & Whitney’s F135 Engine Powering the F-35 Lightning II Aircraft

    Safran Aero Boosters and BMT Aerospace to produce key F135 engine components for Pratt & Whitney’s F-35 aircraft, strengthening Belgium’s aerospace industry.

    Belgium’s first F-35 to arrive in country lands at Florennes Air Base (Photo: Belgian Air Force)
  • Acron Aviation and Flight Data Technologies Join Forces to Deliver an Innovative Vision for Flight Data Management

    Acron Aviation and Flight Data Technologies partner to enhance flight data management, improving safety, efficiency, and reducing operating costs.

  • Continental’s AvGas Engine Training Returns to Lanseria, South Africa

    Continental returns to Lanseria for AvGas engine training, equipping African mechanics with hands-on skills and awarding factory training certificates.

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    24 September 2025

    Level 2 class disassembles engine
  • Expand your comfort zone – discover the new PC-24’s aft divan that converts into a full-length bed.
  • IATA Highlights Aviation’s Strategic Role in Rwanda’s Economic Growth

    IATA’s Value of Air Transport study shows aviation contributes USD 160m to Rwanda’s GDP, supports 42,000 jobs, and drives growth through tourism and connectivity.

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    10 September 2025

    RwandAir
  • Savvy Aviation Unveils AI-Powered Anomaly Detection That Augments Expert Engine Analysis

    Savvy Aviation launches GADFly, an AI-powered anomaly detection tool enhancing expert piston engine analysis for safer, data-driven aircraft maintenance.

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    9 September 2025

    Savvy Aviation
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  • Air Côte d’Ivoire Takes Delivery of Its First Rolls-Royce Powered Airbus A330neo

    Air Côte d’Ivoire takes delivery of its first Airbus A330neo powered by Rolls-Royce Trent 7000 engines, boosting long-haul connectivity and efficiency.

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    9 September 2025

    Rolls-Royce Trent 7000 engine
  • GKN Aerospace Accelerates Additive Fabrication Ramp-Up With US Expansio

    GKN Aerospace expands its Newington, Connecticut site with a new additive fabrication line for Pratt & Whitney GTF engines, creating jobs and boosting US manufacturing.

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    9 September 2025

    Engine Fan Case Mount Ring
  • Greene Tweed to Deliver Advanced Thermoplastic Composite Components for Next-Generation Jet Engines

    Greene Tweed secures a 10-year aerospace agreement to supply lightweight Xycomp® DLF™ thermoplastic composite components for next-generation jet engines.

    Xycomp lightweight structures group
  • FL Technics Becomes Official Channel Partner of Honeywell Aerospace Technologies

    FL Technics has been appointed as an official Honeywell Aerospace Technologies channel partner, allowing the company to deliver Honeywell engines and APU products with OEM-certified installation and support for business and general aviation customers worldwide.

    FL-Technics becomes official channel partner of Honeywell Aerospace Technologies
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  • TotalEnergies, a Pioneer in Sustainable Aviation Fuels and Committed to the Decarbonisation of Air Transport

    Total Energies is advancing sustainable aviation by expanding its SAF production across Europe and partnering with key industry players like Airbus and Safran. With plans to produce over 500,000 tonnes of SAF annually by 2028, the company is leading efforts to decarbonise air transport and meet future regulatory mandates.

    TotalEnergies
  • TAAG Angola Airlines Advances Fleet Modernisation with US EXIM Bank Support

    TAAG Angola Airlines advances its fleet modernisation with $297M EXIM Bank financing for Boeing 787-10 aircraft and GE engines, boosting efficiency and sustainability.

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  • VoltAero’s HPU 210 Hybrid Power Unit

    VoltAero unveils its HPU 210 hybrid power unit at EAA AirVenture, opening reservations for light aircraft propulsion slots. First U.S. appearance announced.

    VoltAero HPU 210 Hybrid Power Unit
  • PBS Unveils Its Most Powerful Jet Engine to Date, the TJ200

    PBS GROUP has unveiled its most powerful jet engine to date, the PBS TJ200, at the Paris Air Show. Designed for high-performance unmanned systems and marine applications, the TJ200 features advanced FADEC control, seawater resistance, and a compact footprint, marking a major innovation in aerospace propulsion.

    PBS Airospace
  • Rolls-Royce launches Durability Enhancement Package that will double Trent 1000 Time-on-Wing

    Rolls-Royce has launched a Durability Enhancement Package for the Trent 1000 engine, doubling its Time on Wing and improving reliability. The upgrade, already proven in the Trent 7000, reflects Rolls-Royce’s transformation into a competitive, resilient aerospace leader.

    Trent 1000
  • Hartzell Engine Tech Acquires E-MAG Manufacturers of Electronic Ignition Systems

    Hartzell Engine Tech, a Signia Aerospace Company, has acquired E-MAG, known for its lightweight electronic ignition systems. The move aims to bring certified, self-powering ignition solutions to the general aviation market.

  • Continental Aerospace Technologies™ Announces Jet-A Piston Engines Reach 12 Million Flight Hours

    Continental Aerospace Technologies™ celebrates over 12 million flight hours for its Jet-A piston engines, highlighting exceptional performance, reliability, and efficiency with the latest CD-170 engine and advanced FADEC system.

  • Blackhawk Aerospace Receives FAA STC Approval for the XP67A Engine+ Upgrade on Collins Aerospace Pro Line Fusion® Equipped King Airs

    Blackhawk Aerospace has received FAA STC approval for the XP67A Engine+ Upgrade on Collins Aerospace Pro Line Fusion-equipped King Air 350i and 360 aircraft. This upgrade enhances performance, fuel efficiency, and avionics integration. Learn more about the benefits and compatibility.

    Blackhawk’s Performance Center at KCOU installing PT6A-67As on the King Air 350 testbed aircraft.
  • GE Aerospace T901 Engine Powers Black Hawk for First Time in Successful Ground Runs

    GE Aerospace successfully completed initial ground runs of the T901 engine on a U.S. Army Black Hawk helicopter, marking a major milestone in the Improved Turbine Engine Programme. This achievement validates the engine’s performance and reinforces its role in modernising the Army’s helicopter fleet.

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    21 February 2025

    GE Aerospace T901 Engine Powers Black Hawk
  • ZeroAvia Confirms First Sale of Standalone Electric Propulsion System

    ZeroAvia confirms the first sale of its 600kW electric propulsion system to Jetcruzer International, supporting the development of the Jetcruzer 500E hydrogen-electric aircraft. This marks a major step towards sustainable aviation and zero-emission propulsion technology.

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    21 February 2025

    Jetcruzer International has signed an agreement to purchase ZeroAvia’s 600kW electric propulsion system to power the next stage of its electric aircraft development
  • Safran Obtains EASA Certification of the First Electric Motor for New Air Mobility

    Safran Electrical & Power has achieved a world first with EASA certification for its ENGINeUS 100 electric motor. This breakthrough, following extensive testing, paves the way for advanced hybrid and electric propulsion in aviation.

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    13 February 2025

  • StandardAero Signs 15-Year CFM LEAP Support Agreement with Major Middle East Airline; Engine Inductions Already Underway

    StandardAero signed a 15-year agreement with a major Middle Eastern airline to provide MRO services for CFM International LEAP engines. Its San Antonio facility supports LEAP-1A and LEAP-1B engines with performance restoration, component repairs, and lease engine support, serving airlines across the globe.

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    13 February 2025

  • The Passion of Dominik Motoła

    Dominik Motoła is a rising star in aviation, excelling in airshows, aircraft maintenance, and engineering. His expertise with Rotax engines and his BushCat Demo Team performances showcase precision, reliability, and innovation in flight.

    Dominik Motoła
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