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FlightGlobal • Graham Rapier

U.S. regulators clear Volaris–Viva merger; Mexican approval remains pending

The proposed merger of Mexican low-cost carriers Volaris and Viva has cleared U.S. regulatory review, reducing the likelihood of further scrutiny from American authorities. A Mexican government commission is expected to decide on the transaction by year-end, leaving domestic approval as the key outstanding hurdle.

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2026-09-09T09:20:49.335490-07:00

SAF Supply Chain Policy & Regulation Sustainability & Climate Initiatives United Airlines

Skift • Tasmin Lockwood

United Airlines' CEO Wants The U.S. To Fund SAF Like It Funded Solar

By Skift: Supply chain woes have long blocked the uptake of SAF, but United Airlines’ Scott Kirby sees potential in corn and soy currently grown for biodiesel. He wants more government support to firm up the industry — but criticized Europe’s approach.

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2026-09-09T08:55:15.980468-07:00

Aviation Safety & Regulation Launch Vehicles & Space Transportation Policy & Regulation

SpaceNews.com • Tim Franta

The missing piece of America's supersonic comeback could also enable inland spaceports

By SpaceNews.com: Two recent FAA actions could reshape how the United States approaches high-speed aviation and spaceflight. In July, the FAA announced a rulemaking effort to allow supersonic overland flight, implementing Executive Order 14304.

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2026-09-09T08:37:41.066644-07:00

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GE Aerospace Moves to Secure Critical Engine Casting Capacity

By Leeham News: Free for nonsubscribers By Howard Hardee Sept.

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2026-09-09T10:05:46.878031-07:00

Airline Industry & Market Trends Airlines

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Frontier’s Engine Bet: Why The GTF Is Winning |

By AirInsight: As Allegiant and the majors squeeze Frontier from both sides, engine choice is becoming a real cost lever. Here's what the data shows.

1 Source

2026-09-09T07:39:23.635075-07:00

UAV Development & Drone Programs Hypersonic

Aviation Week • Steve Trimble

Hermeus Unveils Air-Launched Ramjet-X Test Vehicle

By Aviation Week: High-speed aircraft maker Hermeus has revealed a ramjet-powered test vehicle that can be launched from under the wing of its supersonic Quarterhorse aircraft.

Air Data News

Hermeus unveils low-cost Ramjet-X for high-Mach flight testing

Also: AeroTime and Defense Daily

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2026-09-09T03:50:33.041012-07:00

Orders Aircraft Manufacturing (OEMs) Airbus Boeing Boeing 737

AirInsight • Addison Schonland

Airbus and Boeing Report August Orders and Deliveries as Year-End Targets Tighten

By AirInsight: The duopoly reports for August show steady progress. But the rest of the year is short, and meeting targets will be tough, especially for Airbus.

AeroTime

Airbus and Boeing both ahead of delivery totals at same stage in 2025

5 Sources

2026-09-09T05:35:11.562502-07:00

Helicopter Accident Aviation Safety & Regulation

Associated Press

Malaysian authorities recover remains of all 5 aboard 'flying doctor' helicopter after crash

By Associated Press: Authorities have recovered the remains of five people from a "flying doctor" service helicopter that crashed on Malaysia's Borneo island.

Also: CNA and news.ssbcrack.com

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2026-09-09T05:21:05.153206-07:00

U.S. regulators clear Volaris–Viva merger; Mexican approval remains pending

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The missing piece of America's supersonic comeback could also enable inland spaceports

GE Aerospace Moves to Secure Critical Engine Casting Capacity

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Hermeus Unveils Air-Launched Ramjet-X Test Vehicle

Hermeus unveils low-cost Ramjet-X for high-Mach flight testing

Airbus and Boeing Report August Orders and Deliveries as Year-End Targets Tighten

Airbus and Boeing both ahead of delivery totals at same stage in 2025

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GE Aerospace Moves to Secure Critical Engine Casting Capacity

U.S. regulators clear Volaris–Viva merger, with Mexican approval still pending

United Airlines' CEO Wants The U.S. To Fund SAF Like It Funded Solar

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