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Airbus Helicopters launches UK training academy for pilots, engineering technicians and aviation leaders

Airbus Helicopters has launched a dedicated helicopter training academy in the UK to centralize rotary-wing technical training for pilots, engineering technicians and aerospace leaders. The academy plans to train 400 professionals annually and provide a focused hub for helicopter training capabilities.

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2026-07-24T06:04:42.307215-07:00

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MTU begins assembly of first pre-production 350kW fuel-cell stack for Flying Fuel Cell demonstrator, targeting ground tests at M

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2026-07-24T03:49:33.246438-07:00

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Airbus-led LEIA and partner test efforts validate hybrid-electric propulsion and energy architectures for future certification

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2026-07-24T02:50:40.477516-07:00

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Airbus unveils refreshed A380 livery for CFM International RISE open-fan flight testing

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2026-07-24T00:36:19.716238-07:00

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Airbus Helicopters launches UK training academy for pilots, engineering technicians and aviation leaders Airbus Helicopters has launched a dedicated helicopter training academy in the UK to centralize rotary-wing technical training for pilots, engineering technicians and aerospace leaders. The academy plans to train 400 professionals annually and provide a focused hub for helicopter training capabilities.

2026-07-24T06:04:42.307215-07:00

Airbus Helicopters launches UK training academy for pilots, engineering technicians and aviation leaders

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MTU begins assembly of first pre-production 350kW fuel-cell stack for Flying Fuel Cell demonstrator, targeting ground tests at M MTU Aero Engines has started assembly of the first pre-production 350kW fuel-cell stack for its Flying Fuel Cell (FFC) programme. The demonstrator will undergo evaluations at MTU’s Munich site as the firm positions future collaboration with Airbus on the technology.

2026-07-24T03:49:33.246438-07:00

MTU begins assembly of first pre-production 350kW fuel-cell stack for Flying Fuel Cell demonstrator, targeting ground tests at M

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Airbus-led LEIA and partner test efforts validate hybrid-electric propulsion and energy architectures for future certification Airbus’ LEIA project is advancing hybrid-electric aircraft systems toward certification readiness, building an EU/UK/US energy architecture with an initial ground demonstration planned for 2027. Separately, Collins Aerospace and partners completed laboratory integration testing of hybrid-electric propulsion subsystems, while GE Aerospace’s hybrid-electric demonstrator is using a Saab 340B testbed to evaluate architectures aimed at performance and energy-consumption gains.

2026-07-24T02:50:40.477516-07:00

Airbus-led LEIA and partner test efforts validate hybrid-electric propulsion and energy architectures for future certification

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Airbus to advance hybrid-electric integration with LEIA Large Scale Integration Demonstrator at Farnborough Airbus says it is pursuing its hybrid-electric, non-propulsive energy architecture for next-generation commercial aircraft through LEIA (Large Scale Integration Demonstrator of Hybrid Electrical Architecture). The effort is being positioned as a large-scale hybrid electrical integration step, backed by partners across the EU, the UK and the US, with work announced in the Farnborough context.

2026-07-24T02:50:40.477516-07:00

Airbus to advance hybrid-electric integration with LEIA Large Scale Integration Demonstrator at Farnborough

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Airbus unveils refreshed A380 livery for CFM International RISE open-fan flight testing Airbus has revealed a refreshed, modern color scheme for its A380, which will be used as the airborne test platform for CFM International’s RISE programme. The aircraft will support crucial onboard analysis of an open-fan powerplant during flight testing, starting with the updated appearance for the campaign.

2026-07-24T00:36:19.716238-07:00

Airbus unveils refreshed A380 livery for CFM International RISE open-fan flight testing

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LATAM’s Chief Experience Officer outlines new cabin plans, Wi‑Fi rollout and lounge expansion, with A321XLR arrival LATAM’s Chief Experience, Brand & Customer Officer Paulo Miranda lays out the carrier’s customer-experience agenda, including new cabin concepts, a Wi‑Fi rollout, and expanded lounge offering. The plan is positioned around the upcoming arrival of the A321XLR as a key element of the aircraft-led refresh.

2026-07-24T00:19:33.584779-07:00

LATAM’s Chief Experience Officer outlines new cabin plans, Wi‑Fi rollout and lounge expansion, with A321XLR arrival

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Biman Bangladesh to finalize order for 10 Airbus jets Biman Bangladesh plans to finalize an order for 10 Airbus jets, signaling a near-term fleet expansion tied to Airbus delivery schedules and aircraft availability. The decision will shape the airline’s aircraft mix and capacity plans as it locks in final terms for the acquisition.

2026-07-23T21:19:58.846204-07:00

Biman Bangladesh to finalize order for 10 Airbus jets

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Cathay Pacific reconfigures 202-seat Airbus A321neo economy with a lower-density layout for more legroom Cathay Pacific is refreshing and reconfiguring economy class on its 202-seat Airbus A321neos, switching to a lower-density cabin layout designed to increase passenger legroom. The change reflects a focused update to the airline’s in-cabin product offering on its A321neo fleet.

2026-07-23T08:51:07.394089-07:00

Cathay Pacific reconfigures 202-seat Airbus A321neo economy with a lower-density layout for more legroom