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The Air Current • Jon Ostrower

Boeing Halts X-66 Development, Shifts Focus to Thin-Wing Technology

Boeing announced it will pause development of the NASA X-66 truss-braced-wing demonstrator to prioritize thin-wing technology advancements. The shift in focus aims to enhance future aircraft configurations, potentially impacting models like the 737-7, 737-10, and 777X as they seek certification.

2025-04-24T09:54:13.526866-07:00

The Air Current

United Stakes Future with JetZero in Blended Wing Aircraft Investment

2025-04-24T05:04:53.248793-07:00

Reuters

Textron Aviation Reports Mixed Q1 2025 with Revenue Gains Despite Jet Delivery Dip

2025-04-24T06:41:11.851216-07:00

Reuters

Boeing Faces Major Setback as China Halts Aircraft Deliveries Amid Trade War

2025-04-23T20:16:11.249349-07:00

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European Spaceflight

MaiaSpace Partners with Łukasiewicz-ILOT for Colibri Kick-Stage Engine Development MaiaSpace, a subsidiary of ArianeGroup, has announced a partnership with Poland's Łukasiewicz-ILOT to develop the engine for its Colibri kick-stage. This collaboration aims to boost European space propulsion capabilities and strengthen their competitive position in the launch market.

2025-04-24T23:59:56.765181-07:00

MaiaSpace Partners with Łukasiewicz-ILOT for Colibri Kick-Stage Engine Development

Reuters

Safran Achieves Significant Revenue Growth in Q1 2025 Safran reports a 16.7% increase in adjusted revenue for the first quarter of 2025, reaching €7,257 million. The strong performance reflects momentum in civil aerospace and defense sectors. The company maintains its FY 2025 outlook, excluding the potential impact of tariffs.

2025-04-24T22:33:39.531603-07:00

Safran Achieves Significant Revenue Growth in Q1 2025

Reuters

Safran's Strong Q1 Surge Amid Potential Chinese Tariff Adjustments Safran announced a 17% increase in first-quarter revenues, reaching €7.3 billion, driven by strong performance in both civil aerospace and defense sectors. The company remains optimistic about hitting its full-year targets despite potential impacts from changes in Chinese tariffs on aircraft engines.

2025-04-24T22:33:39.531603-07:00

Safran's Strong Q1 Surge Amid Potential Chinese Tariff Adjustments

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Meiya Air Sues De Havilland and Viking for Undelivered DHC-6-400 Meiya Air, a Chinese regional carrier, has filed a lawsuit against De Havilland Aircraft of Canada and Viking Air in Vancouver's Supreme Court. The lawsuit, lodged on April 7, 2025, claims breach of contract over non-delivery of the DHC-6-400 Twin Otter aircraft, impacting Meiya Air's operational plans.

2025-04-24T14:40:21.036332-07:00

Meiya Air Sues De Havilland and Viking for Undelivered DHC-6-400

Space Intel Report

European Launcher Startups Weigh the Stakes of ESA's European Launcher Challenge European launcher startups are assessing the strategic significance of participating in the European Launcher Challenge, organized by the European Space Agency. This competition aims to foster innovation and enhance Europe's competitive edge in the aerospace sector amid growing global market pressures.

2025-04-24T14:05:00.784704-07:00

European Launcher Startups Weigh the Stakes of ESA's European Launcher Challenge

Aviation Week

Digital Overhaul: Revolutionizing MROs with Advanced Technologies AeroEngines Asia-Pacific discusses ongoing digital projects aimed at enhancing maintenance efficiencies within MROs and airlines. These developments are pivotal in reducing operational costs and improving service quality across fleets, thereby ensuring competitive advantage in the aerospace maintenance sector.

2025-04-24T10:39:50.207031-07:00

Digital Overhaul: Revolutionizing MROs with Advanced Technologies

Flying Magazine

Boeing's ForeFlight and Jeppesen Sale: Minimal Impact on Pilot Services Boeing has assured pilots that the sale of its ForeFlight and Jeppesen units to Thoma Bravo will not disrupt services. This move aligns with Boeing's strategy of focusing on core operations while divesting non-core segments, ensuring business continuity for its navigation solutions.

2025-04-24T10:30:12.443379-07:00

Boeing's ForeFlight and Jeppesen Sale: Minimal Impact on Pilot Services

AINonline

Avionics Networks Offers Starlink Mini Kits for Optimized Connectivity on Smaller Aircraft Avionics Networks unveils a new line of Starlink Mini Kits, tailor-made for smaller aircraft, aimed at enhancing in-flight connectivity options. This development promises to bring high-speed satellite internet to aircraft previously challenged by space and weight constraints, significantly improving operational efficiency and passenger experience.

2025-04-24T10:23:54.021037-07:00

Avionics Networks Offers Starlink Mini Kits for Optimized Connectivity on Smaller Aircraft

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