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Electra locks in Safran TG600 turbogenerator life-of-program deal for EL9 hybrid-electric aircraft

Electra and Safran Helicopter Engines (SHE) have signed a life-of-program production agreement for the TG600 turbogenerator to power Electra’s EL9 Ultra Short hybrid-electric aircraft. The initial order covers 250 TG600 units, with Safran selected to supply the generator platform previously used on Electra’s prototype work.

FlightGlobal • Dominic Perry

Electra powers up turbogenerator pact with Safran Helicopter Engines

Flying Magazine • Jack Daleo

Safran’s Turbogenerator Will Propel Electra’s Hybrid EL9

Also: Vertical Mag and safran-group.com

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2026-07-15T05:14:11.386714-07:00

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AeroTime • Jean Carmela Lim

STARLUX chairman pilots Airsorayama Silver’s inaugural flight to Tokyo

By AeroTime: STARLUX Airlines celebrated a milestone over the weekend of July 11, 2026, as Airsorayama Silver, one of two specially designed Airbus A350-1000 aircraft in its fleet, completed its first commercial flight to Tokyo.

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2026-07-15T02:58:57.865262-07:00

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Production of Europe’s first Sikorsky FIREHAWK helicopters begins In Poland

By Vertical Mag: Explore the introduction of the FIREHAWK helicopters, revolutionizing emergency response for the Czech Republic and beyond.

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2026-07-15T05:45:46.605164-07:00

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Air Tanzania eyes Europe, US ops through fleet expansion

By ch-aviation: Air Tanzania (TC, Dar es Salaam) plans to expand its network to destinations in Europe and the United States once it increases the size of its fleet.

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2026-07-15T05:59:53.949501-07:00

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AINonline • Curt Epstein

Pratt & Whitney Adds AI To Borescope Inspections After Latest Purchase

By AINonline: Claims the new process is more efficient, with less operational disruption.

Airline Economics

Pratt & Whitney expands AI engine inspections across global MRO network

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RTX’s Pratt & Whitney expands AI engine inspections with Aiir Innovations deal (RTX:NYSE)

Also: Aviation Week and mrobusinesstoday.com

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2026-07-15T04:17:18.304774-07:00

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AeroTime • Jean Carmela Lim

IATA releases new guidance for in-cabin pet travel as demand takes off

By AeroTime: As more people opt to bring their pets along for the ride, the International Air Transport Association (IATA) has stepped in with new guidance aimed at making that experience less confusing, for passengers and airlines alike.

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2026-07-15T06:29:57.093000-07:00

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EASA modernises flight simulation training devices’ rules to support innovation and future pilot training

By EASA: COLOGNE, July 15 2026 - The European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) has introduced a new regulatory framework for Flight Simulation Training Devices (FSTDs), marking the most significant evolution of flight simulation qualification in Europe in decades.

Also: FlightGlobal

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2026-07-15T02:13:43.718574-07:00

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ch-aviation • Armin Kific

Serbia considers tweaks to foreign airline regulations

By ch-aviation: Serbian Prime Minister Đuro Macut met with representatives of the Serbian Civil Aviation Directorate (CAD) on June 29, 2026, to discuss amendments to regulatory frameworks currently governing the operation of foreign airlines in the country.

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2026-07-15T04:29:51.000123-07:00

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Electra locks in Safran TG600 turbogenerator life-of-program deal for EL9 hybrid-electric aircraft

Electra powers up turbogenerator pact with Safran Helicopter Engines

Safran’s Turbogenerator Will Propel Electra’s Hybrid EL9

STARLUX chairman pilots Airsorayama Silver’s inaugural flight to Tokyo

Production of Europe’s first Sikorsky FIREHAWK helicopters begins In Poland

Air Tanzania eyes Europe, US ops through fleet expansion

Pratt & Whitney Adds AI To Borescope Inspections After Latest Purchase

Pratt & Whitney expands AI engine inspections across global MRO network

RTX’s Pratt & Whitney expands AI engine inspections with Aiir Innovations deal (RTX:NYSE)

IATA releases new guidance for in-cabin pet travel as demand takes off

EASA modernises flight simulation training devices’ rules to support innovation and future pilot training

Serbia considers tweaks to foreign airline regulations

IATA releases new guidance for in-cabin pet travel as demand takes off

Air Tanzania eyes Europe, US ops through fleet expansion

Production of Europe’s first Sikorsky FIREHAWK helicopters begins In Poland

STARLUX chairman pilots Airsorayama Silver’s inaugural flight to Tokyo

Electra and Safran Sign Production Agreement for TG600 Turbogenerator

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