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Draco HyperSTOL push: Polish startup aims certified turbine Draco into production, links STOL heritage to modern targets

Airhart Aeronautics and Draco Aircraft announced a June 1 collaboration on a GA avionics system, as Draco positions its turbine-powered Draco HyperSTOL taildragger for certified production. The effort seeks to modernize the rugged PZL-104 Wilga concept with new performance goals, moving from experimental ambition toward production readiness.

2026-06-04T15:42:36.390555-07:00

Flying Magazine

GE Aerospace starts hybrid aircraft engine testing under NASA-funded single-aisle demonstrator effort

2026-06-04T12:22:39.500360-07:00

The Air Current

Boeing explores hiking 737 production beyond the peak 63-jets/month level disclosed publicly

2026-06-04T12:26:31.297762-07:00

Air Data News

Farnborough Airshow 2026 reveals first flying-display wave: F-35A, Airbus A350-1000 and Boeing 747 among early line-up

2026-06-04T04:02:26.400420-07:00

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Draco HyperSTOL push: Polish startup aims certified turbine Draco into production, links STOL heritage to modern targets Airhart Aeronautics and Draco Aircraft announced a June 1 collaboration on a GA avionics system, as Draco positions its turbine-powered Draco HyperSTOL taildragger for certified production. The effort seeks to modernize the rugged PZL-104 Wilga concept with new performance goals, moving from experimental ambition toward production readiness.

2026-06-04T15:42:36.390555-07:00

Draco HyperSTOL push: Polish startup aims certified turbine Draco into production, links STOL heritage to modern targets

The Air Current

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Boeing explores hiking 737 production beyond the peak 63-jets/month level disclosed publicly Boeing is considering increasing 737-family output to levels close to (or beyond) its publicly disclosed peak of 63 jets per month, a step that would pressure the company’s shared supply chain and test airlines’ ability to absorb record delivery volumes.

2026-06-04T12:26:31.297762-07:00

Boeing explores hiking 737 production beyond the peak 63-jets/month level disclosed publicly

Flying Magazine

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GE Aerospace starts hybrid aircraft engine testing under NASA-funded single-aisle demonstrator effort NASA awarded GE Aerospace a five-year, $260 million contract in 2021 to demonstrate hybrid-technology for single-aisle aircraft. After years of anticipation, GE has begun hybrid aircraft engine testing, moving the program from development into evaluation.

2026-06-04T12:22:39.500360-07:00

GE Aerospace starts hybrid aircraft engine testing under NASA-funded single-aisle demonstrator effort

FlightGlobal

Boeing says KC-46 Remote Vision System completes initial flight tests to lift tanker readiness under USAF pact Boeing’s defense team says the KC-46 tanker’s new Remote Vision System has completed initial flight testing, with the company targeting improved fleet readiness as the program moves through its USAF agreement. The milestone is positioned as a step toward reducing operational friction and supporting mission effectiveness.

2026-06-04T07:10:59.288927-07:00

Boeing says KC-46 Remote Vision System completes initial flight tests to lift tanker readiness under USAF pact

FlightGlobal

Romania revives Super Puma final assembly plan as part of H225M and H175M deals

2026-06-04T06:11:10.511638-07:00

Romania revives Super Puma fin

FlightGlobal

Romania plans Super Puma final assembly for H225M and H175M, backed by Airbus Helicopters/IAR Brasov technology transfer Airbus Helicopters and IAR Brasov have agreed a technology transfer framework to enable local production of follow-on heavy-twin helicopters, as Romania revives a final-assembly plan for the Super Puma family. The arrangement is positioned to support ongoing H225M and H175M work within Romania.

2026-06-04T06:11:10.511638-07:00

Romania plans Super Puma final assembly for H225M and H175M, backed by Airbus Helicopters/IAR Brasov technology transfer

Air Data News

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Farnborough Airshow 2026 reveals first flying-display wave: F-35A, Airbus A350-1000 and Boeing 747 among early line-up Farnborough International Airshow organisers have unveiled an initial wave for the 20-24 July 2026 event, teeing up what they call the largest and most diverse flying programme in decades. The first set spans 163 aircraft/teams, with highlights including a Lockheed Martin F-35A, Airbus A350-1000 and Boeing 747.

2026-06-04T04:02:26.400420-07:00

Farnborough Airshow 2026 reveals first flying-display wave: F-35A, Airbus A350-1000 and Boeing 747 among early line-up

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Singapore Airlines weighs 50+ widebody order between Airbus A350-1000 and Boeing 777X Singapore Airlines is reported to be in talks with both Airbus and Boeing for a major long-haul fleet renewal package covering at least 50 of their largest widebodies—either Airbus A350-1000s or Boeing 777Xs—according to industry sources. The discussions are framed as supporting the carrier’s next phase of growth from next decade.

2026-06-04T03:56:32.352502-07:00

Singapore Airlines weighs 50+ widebody order between Airbus A350-1000 and Boeing 777X

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Draco HyperSTOL push: Polish startup aims certified turbine Draco into production, links STOL heritage to modern targets

GE Aerospace starts hybrid aircraft engine testing under NASA-funded single-aisle demonstrator effort

Boeing explores hiking 737 production beyond the peak 63-jets/month level disclosed publicly

Farnborough Airshow 2026 reveals first flying-display wave: F-35A, Airbus A350-1000 and Boeing 747 among early line-up

News Timeline