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Boeing sees the Middle East market recovering from disruption experienced in 2026, while its long-term growth fundamentals remain intact. The manufacturer says regional demand for widebody aircraft continues to outpace demand in other global markets.
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Lockheed Martin says the Royal Moroccan Air Force’s first F-16 Block 72 has completed its maiden test flight. The milestone brings Morocco closer to taking delivery of the aircraft, although the reports provide no delivery schedule or details on the remaining test program.
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Boeing sees the Middle East market recovering from disruption experienced in 2026, while its long-term growth fundamentals remain intact. The manufacturer says regional demand for widebody aircraft continues to outpace demand in other global markets.
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Day two of the International Astronautical Congress featured Aselsan’s planned 198-satellite low Earth orbit network, Fergani’s navigation constellation, a proposed spaceport in Somalia and Türkiye’s Moon mission. Together, the announcements span satellite infrastructure, navigation, launch access and exploration, presenting a broad national space agenda.
A Nigerian military helicopter carrying 25 passengers and seven crew members crashed in the country’s southwest, according to the aviation minister on Monday. The available report does not identify the aircraft, its mission, the circumstances of the crash or whether anyone was injured.
EASA has issued an operational risk warning covering airline activity in Saudi Arabia, Mali and Somalia. The advisory places the three markets under renewed scrutiny for carriers assessing flight planning, route exposure and applicable safety and security procedures.
Zimbabwe is investigating a helicopter crash near Marondera that killed prominent businessman Wicknell Chivayo, his wife Lucy Muteke and others. Forensic teams are working to identify the victims as reactions focus on Chivayo’s political connections and highly visible wealth.
Dutch investigators say the Starsky Aviation Fokker 50 suffered an engine malfunction and lost torque during climb after departing Mogadishu on Feb. 10. The turboprop’s crew attempted to return but overran runway 23, coming to rest on a beach beyond the runway end.
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RwandAir plans to receive four additional A330-200s during the current financial year, supporting new long-haul destinations in Europe and the Far East. The Kigali-based carrier is also expanding partnerships as it grows its international network and broadens connecting traffic opportunities.
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