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EU Clears Boeing's $4.7B Purchase of Spirit AeroSystems, Mandates Major Aerostructures Divestments

The European Commission approved Boeing's $4.7 billion acquisition of Spirit AeroSystems after the companies offered concessions to ease competition concerns. Approval is conditional on significant divestments of aerostructures work — including transfers to Airbus and Malaysia's CTRM — and other remedies.

2025-10-14T08:08:37.745366-07:00

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TrueNoord places first direct order with Embraer for 20 E195‑E2s in ~$1.8B deal

2025-10-14T05:08:30.850369-07:00

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Finnair grounds eight A321s after seat‑cover washing voids fire‑resistance; ~40 flights cancelled, DAT wet‑leased

2025-10-13T19:53:12.637216-07:00

Inflight Online

Bombardier raises Global 8000 top speed to Mach 0.95; poised for 2025 entry after NBAA‑BACE customer reveal

2025-10-13T14:29:07.111463-07:00

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AeroTime

Boeing launches turnkey 747-8 VIP programme offering acquisition, design and support Boeing has launched a turnkey 747-8 VIP programme offering end-to-end acquisition, bespoke interior design and post-delivery support for clients seeking a long-range VVIP widebody. The OEM will manage procurement, completion planning and ongoing services to deliver a fully supported ultra-long-range private airliner.

2025-10-14T09:24:52.807471-07:00

Boeing launches turnkey 747-8 VIP programme offering acquisition, design and support

Airways Magazine

Cathay Pacific to field two cabin layouts on Boeing 777‑9 as it adds 21 destinations for 2025 Cathay Pacific will introduce two different cabin layouts for its incoming Boeing 777‑9s and has announced 21 new destinations for 2025. The dual‑layout strategy is designed to align 777‑9 capacity with varying route demand and to support the carrier's premium long‑haul growth plans.

2025-10-14T08:20:44.474946-07:00

Cathay Pacific to field two cabin layouts on Boeing 777‑9 as it adds 21 destinations for 2025

FlightGlobal

Daher to open TBM final assembly line in Stuart, Florida; U.S. production starts early 2027 French airframer Daher will break ground in the coming weeks on a final assembly line in Stuart, Florida, and begin U.S. production of TBM-series single-engine turboprops in early 2027. The facility is Daher's first American final-assembly capability for the TBM family.

2025-10-14T08:18:25.703469-07:00

Daher to open TBM final assembly line in Stuart, Florida; U.S. production starts early 2027

FlightGlobal

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Boeing posts strongest quarter since 2018 with 160 deliveries; 55 jets in September as 96 September orders arrive Boeing delivered 160 aircraft in Q3 2025 — its highest quarterly handover tally since 2018 — including 55 jets in September, up from 33 a year earlier after last year’s strike. The company also logged orders for 96 aircraft in September, underscoring demand as output ramps.

2025-10-14T08:18:25.688580-07:00

Boeing posts strongest quarter since 2018 with 160 deliveries; 55 jets in September as 96 September orders arrive

AINonline

Bombardier: Global 7500 operable on ~3,800‑ft runways, claims ~30% short‑field landing advantage over Gulfstream G700 Bombardier says its Global 7500 can operate from runways as short as about 3,800 feet, offering roughly a 30% short‑field landing advantage versus the Gulfstream G700. Manufacturer data says the capability expands airport access for ultra‑long‑range missions, affecting basing and route planning.

2025-10-14T08:08:49.647283-07:00

Bombardier: Global 7500 operable on ~3,800‑ft runways, claims ~30% short‑field landing advantage over Gulfstream G700

Breaking Defense

General Atomics, Hanwha to produce Gray Eagle STOL UAS in South Korea; first flight targeted 2027 General Atomics Aeronautical Systems and Hanwha Aerospace signed an agreement on October 14 to jointly develop and produce the Gray Eagle Short Takeoff and Landing (GE STOL) unmanned aircraft system in South Korea, targeting a first flight in 2027 and offers to South Korean, U.S. and other customers.

2025-10-14T08:08:47.090635-07:00

General Atomics, Hanwha to produce Gray Eagle STOL UAS in South Korea; first flight targeted 2027

Reuters

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EU Clears Boeing's $4.7B Purchase of Spirit AeroSystems, Mandates Major Aerostructures Divestments The European Commission approved Boeing's $4.7 billion acquisition of Spirit AeroSystems after the companies offered concessions to ease competition concerns. Approval is conditional on significant divestments of aerostructures work — including transfers to Airbus and Malaysia's CTRM — and other remedies.

2025-10-14T08:08:37.745366-07:00

EU Clears Boeing's $4.7B Purchase of Spirit AeroSystems, Mandates Major Aerostructures Divestments

AINonline

Hartzell and The Blackhawk Group partner to supply propellers and expand aftermarket support via Performance Centers As part of a global aftermarket partnership, Hartzell will supply its propeller systems to The Blackhawk Group for sale, installation and support through Blackhawk Performance Centers. The agreement promises fixed pricing, accelerated overhaul turn‑times and expanded worldwide maintenance, upgrade and parts support for turboprop and piston operators.

2025-10-14T07:37:24.258880-07:00

Hartzell and The Blackhawk Group partner to supply propellers and expand aftermarket support via Performance Centers

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