AeroTimeClement Charpentreau

French ex-Rafale pilot Pierre-Henri Chuet under formal investigation over alleged intelligence activity benefiting China

French authorities have launched a formal investigation into former French Navy Rafale pilot Pierre-Henri Chuet over alleged intelligence activity purportedly benefiting China. The case centers on claims involving sensitive information access and alleged support to Chinese interests.

2026-07-28T01:40:43.273067-07:00
FlightGlobalDavid Kaminski-Morrow

Diverting Iberia Express A320 crew had not expected different runway before low-fuel landing

By FlightGlobal: Spanish inquiry finds flight to Tenerife forced to declare emergency after taking longer route to alternate. Spanish investigators have stressed the importance of accurately calculating the diversion fuel required for alternate airports, after an incident involving an Iberia Express Airbus A320 two years ago.

2026-07-28T00:36:25.676241-07:00
FlightGlobalMurdo Morrison

How to build on proven engine performance

By FlightGlobal: The Trent XWB-97 is the most highly utilised civil engine in service, powering aircraft for more than 13 hours per day on average. That position reflects both the operational demands placed on the engine and the confidence operators have in its day-to-day performance across long-haul networks.

2026-07-28T00:36:26.681340-07:00
BloombergChloe Meley

Safran Boosts Profit Guidance on Buoyant Civil Engine Market

By Bloomberg: Safran SA raised its full-year guidance after strong demand for civil engine parts propelled its margin to a record.

2026-07-27T22:21:57.043271-07:00