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Electra Secures $115M Series B Funding for EL9 Blown-Lift Aircraft

Electra has secured $115 million in Series B funding to advance its EL9 ultra-short takeoff and landing (eSTOL) aircraft. This investment supports EL9's transition into pre-production and certification, aiming for market entry before 2030, amid strong interest in sustainable aviation technologies.

2025-04-21T10:46:09.982181-07:00

Reuters

Boeing Navigates Supply Chain Setback with Key Nut and Bolt Securement for 737 MAX

2025-04-21T04:00:46.102236-07:00

globaltimes.cn

China's AG600 Amphibious Aircraft Receives Type Certification

2025-04-20T19:29:06.212526-07:00

Aviation Source

Boeing 737 MAX Returns to U.S. Amid Heightened Trade Tensions with China

2025-04-20T14:58:08.209387-07:00

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FlightGlobal

United Engine Pursues Year-End Certification for PD-8 Engine on Yakovlev SJ-100 Russia's United Engine Corporation aims to certify the Aviadvigatel PD-8 engine by year-end after commencing flight-tests on a modified Superjet 100 in March. This effort highlights Russia's focus on self-reliance in regional aviation amidst global sanctions.

2025-04-21T23:24:22.416675-07:00

United Engine Pursues Year-End Certification for PD-8 Engine on Yakovlev SJ-100

Reuters

Buyout firm Thoma Bravo nears deal for Boeing's Jeppesen unit, Bloomberg News reports

2025-04-21T18:56:33.115778-07:00

Buyout firm Thoma Bravo nears

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Thoma Bravo Nears Acquisition of Boeing's Jeppesen Unit Thoma Bravo, a technology-focused buyout firm, is in advanced negotiations to acquire Boeing's Jeppesen navigation unit. An announcement is expected soon, as Boeing continues to divest non-core assets to optimize its business strategy and financial health.

2025-04-21T18:56:33.115778-07:00

Thoma Bravo Nears Acquisition of Boeing's Jeppesen Unit

Aviation Week

Rolls-Royce Launches Medium-Thrust UltraFan Design for Single-Aisle Market Rolls-Royce is proceeding with its medium-thrust UltraFan engine development, showcasing its intention to capture the single-aisle aircraft market. As the large variant of the UltraFan undergoes new tests, Rolls-Royce positions itself at the forefront of aerospace propulsion technology advancements.

2025-04-21T14:40:25.925985-07:00

Rolls-Royce Launches Medium-Thrust UltraFan Design for Single-Aisle Market

eVTOL News

DSIP Holding Company Puts eVTOL Air Taxi and Drone Patents Up for Sale DSIP Holding Company LLC announced the public sale of its United States patents for lift+cruise electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) air taxi and drone technologies. This divestment opens opportunities for aerospace firms to capitalize on innovative urban air mobility and drone capabilities.

2025-04-21T12:32:32.538110-07:00

DSIP Holding Company Puts eVTOL Air Taxi and Drone Patents Up for Sale

Aviation Week

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Electra Secures $115M Series B Funding for EL9 Blown-Lift Aircraft Electra has secured $115 million in Series B funding to advance its EL9 ultra-short takeoff and landing (eSTOL) aircraft. This investment supports EL9's transition into pre-production and certification, aiming for market entry before 2030, amid strong interest in sustainable aviation technologies.

2025-04-21T10:46:09.982181-07:00

Electra Secures $115M Series B Funding for EL9 Blown-Lift Aircraft

FlightGlobal

Leadership Transition at Heico: Mendelson Brothers Appointed Co-CEOs Amid Acquisition Move Laurans Mendelson steps down as CEO of Heico, making way for his sons to take over as co-CEOs starting May 1. This shift coincides with Heico's acquisition of Rosen Aviation, signaling a strategic move to enhance their product offerings in aviation electronics.

2025-04-21T10:21:20.741415-07:00

Leadership Transition at Heico: Mendelson Brothers Appointed Co-CEOs Amid Acquisition Move

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Boeing Navigates Supply Chain Setback with Key Nut and Bolt Securement for 737 MAX Boeing has successfully sourced critical nuts and bolts for its 737 MAX production line, mitigating potential disruptions from a supplier factory fire. This move shields U.S. production rates of its top-selling aircraft amid ongoing industrial challenges.

2025-04-21T04:00:46.102236-07:00

Boeing Navigates Supply Chain Setback with Key Nut and Bolt Securement for 737 MAX

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