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An ACJ survey found that 83% of Middle East business aviation professionals expect activity involving large business jets to increase by 2030. The result signals strong regional expectations for the segment, although the articles provide no forecast of fleet additions or quantified market growth.
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The long-serving former chief executive of specialist parts manufacturer Ontic says the company’s growth will continue following a leadership change and the opening of a new UK maintenance, repair and overhaul hub. The developments mark a new phase for the business as it expands its aftermarket footprint.
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An ACJ survey found that 83% of Middle East business aviation professionals expect activity involving large business jets to increase by 2030. The result signals strong regional expectations for the segment, although the articles provide no forecast of fleet additions or quantified market growth.
Regional carriers are extending leases, overhauling engines and keeping older aircraft in service as supply-chain constraints delay fleet renewal, delegates at the ERAA General Assembly said. Embraer sees potential demand for its regional jets on underserved and unserved routes in Eastern Europe.
Thermoplastic production for large aircraft structures faces process constraints: PEEK melts at 380–400°C, while low-melt PAEK exceeds 305°C, and both become highly viscous when molten. Those properties make dry fiber infusion unsuitable for the materials discussed, narrowing the production methods available.
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Boeing and Airbus have both won orders from aircraft lessor Avolon, totaling 250 aircraft. The deals lock in delivery slots for the lessor as the manufacturers’ backlogs grow, underscoring the value of securing production positions in a capacity-constrained order environment.
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The lessor agreed to buy 140 Boeing aircraft and 110 Airbus aircraft, including 35 A330-900s and 75 A320neo family jets. Avolon also secured an option for 100 additional Airbus aircraft, expanding its delivery pipeline for airline customers.
The Pentagon and Lockheed Martin are weighing a multiyear agreement covering F-35 production and sustainment. One source familiar with the negotiations questioned whether Lockheed can put forward a proposal that demonstrates long-term cost savings, leaving the deal’s ability to deliver durable savings uncertain.
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Irish lessor Avolon has placed firm orders for 140 Boeing 737 MAX jets and 110 Airbus aircraft: 75 A320neo-family jets and 35 A330-900s. Boeing has not disclosed the MAX variants. The combined 250-aircraft commitment is among Avolon’s largest purchases.
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