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The Air Current • Jon Ostrower

Boeing taps Wichita chief to lead production system for next single-aisle jet

Boeing has appointed Sean Black, the executive overseeing its Wichita operation, to lead development of the company’s future production system. The move comes as Boeing prepares the industrial foundation for an all-new single-aisle aircraft, making manufacturing strategy a central focus of the program’s early development.

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2026-09-09T10:21:30.603162-07:00

Supply Chain Aircraft Manufacturing (OEMs)

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Leeham News • Admin Leeham News

GE Aerospace Moves to Secure Critical Engine Casting Capacity

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

Also: Reuters

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

Antitrust North America M&A Aircraft Demand: Airline Distress & Consolidation Airlines

FlightGlobal • Graham Rapier

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

By FlightGlobal: Mexican government commission is expected to make a decision on the deal by year's end. The merger of Mexican low-cost carriers Volaris and Viva (formerly VivaAerobus) likely won't see further scrutiny from US regulators.

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

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

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

BizAv Europe North America

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AINonline • Amy Wilder

Fractional Growth Offsets Softening Demand in North America, Argus Says

By AINonline: Europe posts second consecutive year-over-year decline.

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2026-09-09T10:20:52.094944-07:00

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.

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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

Boeing taps Wichita chief to lead production system for next single-aisle jet

GE Aerospace Moves to Secure Critical Engine Casting Capacity

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

Fractional Growth Offsets Softening Demand in North America, Argus Says

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

Hermeus Unveils Air-Launched Ramjet-X Test Vehicle

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

Boeing taps former Wichita chief to lead production system for next single-aisle jet

Fractional Growth Offsets Softening Demand in North America, Argus Says

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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