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UK backs LCADE low-cost interceptors; Europe progresses Hydis solid-propellant hypersonic interceptor amid competing concepts

The UK will fund three suppliers under the LCADE program to develop new low-cost interceptor capability in a joint effort with Poland, France, Italy and Germany. In parallel, Europe’s Hydis hypersonic-defense project has selected a final design based on a solid-propellant rocket motor, with the hypersonic-defense push narrowing to two competing interceptor concepts.

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2026-07-13T01:58:52.441116-07:00

Air Data News

Philippine Airlines poised to split widebody order: 15 Boeing 787-10s and 9 Airbus A350-1000s ahead of Farnborough 2026

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2026-07-12T04:48:04.822262-07:00

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Airbus and MTU create a JV to develop and commercialize an electric hydrogen fuel-cell engine system

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2026-07-11T10:44:31.774604-07:00

Reuters

Philippine Airlines commits to split 24-widebody order: 15 Boeing 787-10 and 9 Airbus A350-1000

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2026-07-10T08:29:42.456237-07:00

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Western Sydney International begins A321 freighter trial cargo ops ahead of commercial launch Western Sydney International (Nancy-Bird Walton) has started cargo precinct trial operations, with Qantas Freight’s A321F (VH-XF5) arriving from Sydney Kingsford Smith as flight QF7301. Trial flights began July 13, 2026, as the new airport progresses toward opening for commercial services.

2026-07-13T03:15:12.760866-07:00

Western Sydney International begins A321 freighter trial cargo ops ahead of commercial launch

DefenseNews.com

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UK backs LCADE low-cost interceptors; Europe progresses Hydis solid-propellant hypersonic interceptor amid competing concepts The UK will fund three suppliers under the LCADE program to develop new low-cost interceptor capability in a joint effort with Poland, France, Italy and Germany. In parallel, Europe’s Hydis hypersonic-defense project has selected a final design based on a solid-propellant rocket motor, with the hypersonic-defense push narrowing to two competing interceptor concepts.

2026-07-13T01:58:52.441116-07:00

UK backs LCADE low-cost interceptors; Europe progresses Hydis solid-propellant hypersonic interceptor amid competing concepts

Air Data News

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Philippine Airlines poised to split widebody order: 15 Boeing 787-10s and 9 Airbus A350-1000s ahead of Farnborough 2026 Philippine Airlines is expected to place a split widebody order for 15 Boeing 787-10 Dreamliners and nine Airbus A350-1000s, citing industry sources. The carrier’s first Boeing purchase in nearly two decades is expected to be disclosed at the Farnborough Airshow 2026.

2026-07-12T04:48:04.822262-07:00

Philippine Airlines poised to split widebody order: 15 Boeing 787-10s and 9 Airbus A350-1000s ahead of Farnborough 2026

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Airbus and MTU create a JV to develop and commercialize an electric hydrogen fuel-cell engine system Airbus and MTU Aero Engines will form a joint venture focused on developing and commercializing a fully electric hydrogen fuel-cell engine system for aviation. The JV is planned to begin work in 2027 by pooling development resources, following an MoU signed at the Paris Air Show in June 2025.

2026-07-11T10:44:31.774604-07:00

Airbus and MTU create a JV to develop and commercialize an electric hydrogen fuel-cell engine system

Air Data News

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LATAM’s 400-aircraft plan adds fleet variety, prioritizing flexibility over commonality LATAM says it is on track to operate the largest fleet in its history by end-2026, supported by Airbus, Boeing and Embraer aircraft. The strategy targets operational flexibility by expanding across multiple aircraft families rather than pursuing a standardized fleet approach as fleet size grows toward 400 aircraft.

2026-07-10T13:52:44.038441-07:00

LATAM’s 400-aircraft plan adds fleet variety, prioritizing flexibility over commonality

Reuters

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Philippine Airlines commits to split 24-widebody order: 15 Boeing 787-10 and 9 Airbus A350-1000 Philippine Airlines’ next-generation widebody acquisition is crystallizing into a split order for 24 aircraft: 15 Boeing 787-10s and nine Airbus A350-1000s. Industry sources say the package marks PAL’s first Boeing purchase in nearly 20 years, with disclosure expected at the Farnborough Airshow.

2026-07-10T08:29:42.456237-07:00

Philippine Airlines commits to split 24-widebody order: 15 Boeing 787-10 and 9 Airbus A350-1000

Leeham News

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Airbus GMF: “thin” long-haul route growth and fleet aging lift demand expectations for new aircraft Airbus’ latest Global Market Forecast, released July 8, points to two primary demand drivers: carriers’ push to expand networks with longer, lower-density (“thin”) routes and a growing need to replace aging aircraft. The company links these trends to sustained long-term demand.

2026-07-10T03:17:21.364898-07:00

Airbus GMF: “thin” long-haul route growth and fleet aging lift demand expectations for new aircraft

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Air Zimbabwe to relaunch Harare–London Gatwick in late July 2026 with Plus Ultra A330-300 under ACMI arrangement Air Zimbabwe plans to restore non-stop service between its Harare hub and London Gatwick from late July 2026, using a leased Airbus A330-300 operated by Spain’s Plus Ultra. Chapman Freeborn (Avia Solutions Group) is supplying ACMI capacity support to enable the resumption after more than 14 years.

2026-07-10T03:00:05.306771-07:00

Air Zimbabwe to relaunch Harare–London Gatwick in late July 2026 with Plus Ultra A330-300 under ACMI arrangement