Reuters

Air Force One returns to Joint Base Andrews after 'minor electrical issue'; president switches aircraft en route to Davos

Air Force One turned back to Joint Base Andrews shortly after takeoff for the World Economic Forum in Switzerland after crew identified a "minor electrical issue." The White House said a second presidential aircraft was ready and the president switched planes before continuing to Davos.

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FlightGlobalAlfred Chua

ANA and JAL to take first Boeing 737 MAX 8 deliveries in 2026 as they outline FY2026 network plans

By FlightGlobal: Japan's two largest operators All Nippon Airways and Japan Airlines expect to take delivery of their first Boeing 737 Max aircraft this year, as they disclose their network plans for the 2026 fiscal year beginning in April.

2026-01-20T20:51:25.875287-08:00
FlightGlobalJon Hemmerdinger

FAA seeks wireless-industry subsidies to fund $4.5B radio altimeter upgrades amid 5G interference concerns

By FlightGlobal: The Federal Aviation Administration is exploring arrangements under which cellular providers would help finance the $4.5 billion cost of upgrading tens of thousands of radio altimeters to prevent interference from new 5G networks, according to recently released meeting memos.

2026-01-20T18:32:26.663072-08:00
politico.euCharlie Cooper

UK imports £4bn of jet fuel refined from Russian crude, exposing sanctions loophole

By politico.eu: The U.K. has imported £4 billion of oil products, like jet fuel, made in Indian and Turkish refineries run on Russian crude oil, analysis reveals — but a promised ban is still months away.

2026-01-20T19:31:02.256800-08:00
Vertical Mag

Airbus Helicopters names Matthieu Louvot as CEO to succeed Bruno Even (effective April 1, 2026)

By Vertical Mag: | To ensure delivery of future emails, add [email protected] to your contacts. | |---| | | ![]() | Latest Issue Read Now | ![]() | | | ![]() | | Matthieu Louvot to replace Bruno Even as Airbus Helicopters CEO Airbus Helicopters has announced that Matthieu Louvot, currently executive vice-president of strategy for Airbus, will replace Bruno Even as CEO of Airbus Helicopters April 1, 2026.

2026-01-20T16:47:39.957415-08:00
Aviation WeekAdrian Schofield

Thai Airways To Boost Fleet With Leased 787s

By Aviation Week: Thai Airways is in the process of negotiating to lease 10 Boeing 787s, which will help it bridge the gap until its own 787 deliveries begin.

2026-01-20T07:53:02.748096-08:00