Supply Chain   Aircraft Manufacturing (OEMs)  
FlightGlobal • David Kaminski-Morrow

UAC puts modified flap arrangement for import-substituted MC-21-310 through tests

United Aircraft says it is testing a revised flap system for the MC-21-310 developed during import substitution. The inboard and outboard flaps are designed to converge when extended for takeoff and landing, but UAC says a cruise-flight “gap” remains, creating airflow leakage that must be managed.

2026-04-16T02:09:21.456290-07:00
Air Cargo & Freight Logistics   Supply Chain   Airline Industry & Market Trends   Policy & Regulation   Geopolitical Developments & Conflict Impact   Sustainability & Climate Initiatives  
Reuters • Joanna Plucinska, Kate Abnett

EU working on jet fuel plan as Iran crisis threatens air travel

By Reuters: Europe is more dependent on jet fuel imports, with some 75% from the Middle East, than for any other transport fuel.

Also: New York Times and The Independent
2026-04-16T00:24:34.356551-07:00
Supply Chain   Europe   Aircraft Finance & Leasing   Orders   Aircraft Manufacturing (OEMs)   Aviation Safety & Regulation   Airlines  
Air Data News • Ricardo Meier

Russia considers restoring up to 700 Antonov An-2 biplanes as Baikal delays persist

By Air Data News: Russia is studying the restoration of Antonov An-2 biplanes to cover gaps in regional and general aviation, according to local media reports, after delays in the development of a modern replacement aircraft.

Also: ch-aviation
2026-04-16T00:35:45.569433-07:00
Middle East   PaxEx   Singapore Airshow   Airline Industry & Market Trends   Geopolitical Developments & Conflict Impact   Airlines  
FlightGlobal • Alfred Chua

Iran conflict pushes SIA Group’s March traffic to new high

By FlightGlobal: The airspace closures across key Middle East hubs – stemming from the ongoing conflict in the region – have provided a significant boost to Singapore Airlines Group’s March passenger traffic.

Also: Australian Aviation
2026-04-15T21:40:07.556626-07:00