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Spain exempts Airbus from Israeli tech ban to allow aircraft and drone production despite Gaza-related restrictions

Spain has granted Airbus an exceptional exemption to permit production in Spanish factories using Israeli technology for aircraft and drones, despite Madrid's ban two months ago on Israeli military and dual‑use goods in response to the war in Gaza. The carve‑out preserves ongoing manufacturing and supplier access.

2025-12-30T06:28:29.087007-08:00

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HAL to invest ₹18,000 crore in R&D over next decade to boost indigenous military and aerospace capabilities

2025-12-29T22:04:55.609197-08:00

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Supply‑chain constraints, GTF AOGs and Boeing certification rank among top five commercial aviation issues for 2026

2025-12-29T15:10:44.545261-08:00

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Pentagon awards Boeing $8.6B contract to build 25 F-15IA fighters for Israel, option for 25 more

2025-12-29T15:31:54.865466-08:00

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Spain exempts Airbus from Israeli tech ban to allow aircraft and drone production despite Gaza-related restrictions Spain has granted Airbus an exceptional exemption to permit production in Spanish factories using Israeli technology for aircraft and drones, despite Madrid's ban two months ago on Israeli military and dual‑use goods in response to the war in Gaza. The carve‑out preserves ongoing manufacturing and supplier access.

2025-12-30T06:28:29.087007-08:00

Spain exempts Airbus from Israeli tech ban to allow aircraft and drone production despite Gaza-related restrictions

India Defense News

HAL to invest ₹18,000 crore in R&D over next decade to boost indigenous military and aerospace capabilities Hindustan Aeronautics Limited will invest ₹18,000 crore in research and development over the next decade to accelerate indigenous military and aerospace platforms and technologies. The funding is intended to deepen in‑house design, sustainment and production capabilities and reduce reliance on foreign suppliers.

2025-12-29T22:04:55.609197-08:00

HAL to invest ₹18,000 crore in R&D over next decade to boost indigenous military and aerospace capabilities

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Honda applies to FAA for exemption to operate unmanned hybrid‑electric eVTOL 'F1' Honda has applied to the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration for an exemption to operate its unmanned electric vertical takeoff‑and‑landing aircraft designated F1, a move that advances the Japanese manufacturer's development of a hybrid‑electric air‑taxi as it pursues U.S. regulatory engagement.

2025-12-29T15:44:39.420553-08:00

Honda applies to FAA for exemption to operate unmanned hybrid‑electric eVTOL 'F1'

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Pentagon awards Boeing $8.6B contract to build 25 F-15IA fighters for Israel, option for 25 more The US Department of Defense has awarded Boeing an $8.58–$8.6 billion contract to design, produce and deliver 25 F‑15IA fighters to the Israeli Air Force, with an option for 25 additional aircraft. Deliveries are expected through the end of 2035 and the deal is partly funded by US military aid.

2025-12-29T15:31:54.865466-08:00

Pentagon awards Boeing $8.6B contract to build 25 F-15IA fighters for Israel, option for 25 more

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Supply‑chain constraints, GTF AOGs and Boeing certification rank among top five commercial aviation issues for 2026 Industry leaders identify five priority challenges for commercial aviation in 2026: persistent supply‑chain constraints, GTF engine AOGs, pressures around new‑model development, Boeing certification work, and the operational strain of meeting robust demand. These factors will determine production rates, aftermarket loads and delivery schedules next year.

2025-12-29T15:10:44.545261-08:00

Supply‑chain constraints, GTF AOGs and Boeing certification rank among top five commercial aviation issues for 2026

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Brazil’s Azul and Airbus reach aircraft purchase agreement Azul has reached an aircraft purchase agreement with Airbus, the carriers said, representing a material fleet commitment for the Brazilian carrier. The brief announcement did not disclose aircraft types, quantities or delivery timing, leaving implications for fleet planning and OEM delivery slots unclear.

2025-12-29T13:24:02.523637-08:00

Brazil’s Azul and Airbus reach aircraft purchase agreement

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Spain signs €2.6bn deal with Türkiye for 30 Hürjet advanced trainers Spain has signed a contract with Türkiye for 30 Hürjet advanced jet trainers valued at about €2.6 billion, with deliveries scheduled to begin in 2028. Airbus Defence & Space will deliver the jets via a consortium with Turkish Aerospace, replacing Spain’s F‑5s and positioning Türkiye as a NATO high‑tech supplier.

2025-12-29T12:25:58.636512-08:00

Spain signs €2.6bn deal with Türkiye for 30 Hürjet advanced trainers

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FAA finalizes AD to address A350neo flight‑control hazard from hydraulic‑fluid contamination The FAA has finalized an airworthiness directive to address a flight‑control hazard on Airbus A350neo aircraft after hydraulic fluid contamination was found in flight‑control electronics modules. The AD mandates corrective actions for affected modules to eliminate the risk of control‑surface malfunctions.

2025-12-29T08:45:13.602307-08:00

FAA finalizes AD to address A350neo flight‑control hazard from hydraulic‑fluid contamination

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Spain exempts Airbus from Israeli tech ban to allow aircraft and drone production despite Gaza-related restrictions

HAL to invest ₹18,000 crore in R&D over next decade to boost indigenous military and aerospace capabilities

Supply‑chain constraints, GTF AOGs and Boeing certification rank among top five commercial aviation issues for 2026

Pentagon awards Boeing $8.6B contract to build 25 F-15IA fighters for Israel, option for 25 more

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