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Falcon 10X begins flight-test campaign, targets type certification in 2027

Dassault’s new flagship ultra-long-range business jet, the Falcon 10X, completed its maiden flight June 19 and has entered an initial flight-test campaign. The program is aiming for type certification of the 10X in 2027, with Rolls-Royce Pearl 10X engines powering the first flight.

2026-06-19T04:53:26.241931-07:00

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Boeing’s 737 MAX 10 nears certification, with new fuel-efficiency data aimed at pressuring Airbus A321neo pricing

2026-06-19T09:26:39.733470-07:00

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OEMs deliver 49 new business jets in May 2026, supporting near-term delivery momentum

2026-06-19T09:51:46.043327-07:00

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Airbus Helicopters chief targets 120 H145-class light twins this year, aiming to double output

2026-06-19T07:38:16.648808-07:00

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OEMs deliver 49 new business jets in May 2026, supporting near-term delivery momentum OEMs delivered 49 new business jets in May 2026, a monthly tally that reflects continued order backlog conversion into deliveries. The figure provides a timely read-through of production and handover momentum into the business-jet market’s next operating and selling cycle.

2026-06-19T09:51:46.043327-07:00

OEMs deliver 49 new business jets in May 2026, supporting near-term delivery momentum

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Boeing’s 737 MAX 10 nears certification, with new fuel-efficiency data aimed at pressuring Airbus A321neo pricing Boeing’s 737 MAX 10 is nearing certification and is positioned to challenge the Airbus A321neo. Updated fuel-efficiency performance signals Boeing’s intent to use operating-cost advantages to strengthen its commercial offer and move into pricing pressure against Airbus in the single-aisle segment.

2026-06-19T09:26:39.733470-07:00

Boeing’s 737 MAX 10 nears certification, with new fuel-efficiency data aimed at pressuring Airbus A321neo pricing

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Deutsche Aircraft developing aircraft-adjacent uncrewed platform to complement D328MR multi-mission turboprop variant Deutsche Aircraft is working on an uncrewed platform intended to sit alongside its D328MR multi-mission turboprop offering, positioning the company’s rotorcraft-like “mission system” approach without replacing the aircraft base. The effort is described as a complement to the D328MR variant rather than a standalone program.

2026-06-19T08:54:10.661488-07:00

Deutsche Aircraft developing aircraft-adjacent uncrewed platform to complement D328MR multi-mission turboprop variant

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Airbus Helicopters chief targets 120 H145-class light twins this year, aiming to double output Airbus Helicopters’ new chief said the unit is confident it can deliver 120 light-twin helicopters this year, with plans to double output over the longer term. The H145 is positioned as the “biggest step,” signaling where ramp momentum is expected to come from.

2026-06-19T07:38:16.648808-07:00

Airbus Helicopters chief targets 120 H145-class light twins this year, aiming to double output

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De Havilland Canada delivers first Twin Otter Series 300-G to Ethiopian Airlines De Havilland Aircraft of Canada has delivered the first of two Twin Otter Classic 300-G aircraft to Ethiopian Airlines, supporting the carrier’s push to strengthen deep Africa regional connectivity. The deliveries extend a multi-type fleet strategy alongside its A350-1000 long-haul platform.

2026-06-19T05:38:51.622348-07:00

De Havilland Canada delivers first Twin Otter Series 300-G to Ethiopian Airlines

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MDA Space to acquire Blue Canyon Technologies from RTX for $620M to expand U.S. space-defense manufacturing MDA Space has agreed to buy Blue Canyon Technologies from RTX’s Raytheon business in an all-cash $620 million deal. MDA says the acquisition is meant to deepen its U.S. defense footprint, expand its satellite-guidance component supply, and grow its space-defense manufacturing pipeline by $3.5 billion.

2026-06-19T05:09:54.648542-07:00

MDA Space to acquire Blue Canyon Technologies from RTX for $620M to expand U.S. space-defense manufacturing

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Falcon 10X begins flight-test campaign, targets type certification in 2027 Dassault’s new flagship ultra-long-range business jet, the Falcon 10X, completed its maiden flight June 19 and has entered an initial flight-test campaign. The program is aiming for type certification of the 10X in 2027, with Rolls-Royce Pearl 10X engines powering the first flight.

2026-06-19T04:53:26.241931-07:00

Falcon 10X begins flight-test campaign, targets type certification in 2027

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Qantas Project Sunrise locks in October 2027 launch—A350-1000ULR cabin reveals include a revised 33-inch legroom promise As Qantas’ Project Sunrise nears launch, the carrier has unveiled its first custom Airbus A350-1000ULR for Sydney–London, targeting an October 2027 debut. New seat maps and first-class detailing shift the airline’s earlier 33-inch legroom pledge, adding extra-legroom seats instead.

2026-06-19T04:15:27.277449-07:00

Qantas Project Sunrise locks in October 2027 launch—A350-1000ULR cabin reveals include a revised 33-inch legroom promise

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Falcon 10X begins flight-test campaign, targets type certification in 2027

Boeing’s 737 MAX 10 nears certification, with new fuel-efficiency data aimed at pressuring Airbus A321neo pricing

OEMs deliver 49 new business jets in May 2026, supporting near-term delivery momentum

Airbus Helicopters chief targets 120 H145-class light twins this year, aiming to double output

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