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Metrojet places first Global 8000 into Asia service as Germany moves toward a six-aircraft Bundeswehr order

Metrojet has taken its first Bombardier Global 8000 into service for its managed fleet in Hong Kong, adding ultra-long-range capacity to its charter/operations portfolio. Separately, a German report says the Bundeswehr is preparing a tender for six Global 8000 aircraft, potentially converted for VIP/“Störflugzeuge” roles.

2026-06-17T10:19:04.710900-07:00

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Air Transat’s A330 replacement decision looms for 2029–32

2026-06-17T09:03:03.134921-07:00

FlightGlobal

Canada opens talks with Italy to buy Leonardo M-346 advanced jet trainers for the RCAF fighter lead-in pipeline

2026-06-17T08:04:26.592031-07:00

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IndiGo targets a 550+ aircraft fleet by FY30, including deeper ownership and an accelerated Airbus build

2026-06-17T05:49:39.237228-07:00

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Metrojet places first Global 8000 into Asia service as Germany moves toward a six-aircraft Bundeswehr order Metrojet has taken its first Bombardier Global 8000 into service for its managed fleet in Hong Kong, adding ultra-long-range capacity to its charter/operations portfolio. Separately, a German report says the Bundeswehr is preparing a tender for six Global 8000 aircraft, potentially converted for VIP/“Störflugzeuge” roles.

2026-06-17T10:19:04.710900-07:00

Metrojet places first Global 8000 into Asia service as Germany moves toward a six-aircraft Bundeswehr order

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Air Transat’s A330 replacement decision looms for 2029–32 Air Transat expects to decide within the next few years how to replace its ageing A330 fleet, with the transition targeted for the 2029–32 window. The coming decision is a critical planning waypoint for the carrier’s long-haul widebody strategy and fleet procurement timing.

2026-06-17T09:03:03.134921-07:00

Air Transat’s A330 replacement decision looms for 2029–32

FlightGlobal

Canada opens talks with Italy to buy Leonardo M-346 advanced jet trainers for the RCAF fighter lead-in pipeline Canada and Italy have entered negotiations for Canada’s purchase of the Leonardo M-346 advanced jet trainer to support the Royal Canadian Air Force’s future fighter lead-in training program, after the retirement of its BAE Systems CT-155 Hawks in 2024. Talks follow Italy’s existing M-346 operator footprint via the International Tactical Training Centre.

2026-06-17T08:04:26.592031-07:00

Canada opens talks with Italy to buy Leonardo M-346 advanced jet trainers for the RCAF fighter lead-in pipeline

AirInsight

IndiGo targets a 550+ aircraft fleet by FY30, including deeper ownership and an accelerated Airbus build IndiGo says it aims to grow to a 550-aircraft fleet by FY30, with 30–40% of aircraft owned and the remainder managed via leasing. The plan is backed by 900+ Airbus jets on order, plus rapid business-class expansion supported by hot meals on A321XLR and planned widebody routes.

2026-06-17T05:49:39.237228-07:00

IndiGo targets a 550+ aircraft fleet by FY30, including deeper ownership and an accelerated Airbus build

FlightGlobal

NH Industries to market secondhand ex-Norwegian NH90 maritime helicopters after 2022 contract cancellation NH Industries will this week complete repossession of nine NH90 maritime helicopters that Norway had operated before their 2022 contract cancellation by Oslo. The manufacturer is now starting the process of selling the repossessed secondhand assets, signaling continued aftermarket and fleet-divestment activity for the NH90.

2026-06-17T04:48:13.499013-07:00

NH Industries to market secondhand ex-Norwegian NH90 maritime helicopters after 2022 contract cancellation

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Privilege Style takes delivery of first A330-300(P2F) at Spain conversion start Spanish cargo aircraft lessor/operator Privilege Style has received its first Airbus A330-300 Passenger-to-Freighter (P2F) aircraft, marking the beginning of its new A330 freighter induction. The delivery signals the operator’s move to expand widebody cargo capacity via P2F conversions.

2026-06-17T04:41:37.482198-07:00

Privilege Style takes delivery of first A330-300(P2F) at Spain conversion start

AeroTime

Bombardier Global 8000 enters service in Africa with Nigeria’s BUA Group Bombardier’s first Global 8000 executive jet has entered service in Africa after delivery to Nigeria’s BUA Group. The aircraft’s induction adds the Global 8000 to a growing pool of next-generation ultra-long-range business jets operating from the region.

2026-06-17T03:59:24.476906-07:00

Bombardier Global 8000 enters service in Africa with Nigeria’s BUA Group

FlightGlobal

Aura Aero’s Aura M unveils redesigned MALE UAV Enbata at Eurosatory; early CCA work points to possible 2028 flight At Eurosatory 2026, Aura M—Aura Aero’s defense division—presented a redesigned concept for its MALE Medium Altitude Long Endurance UAV, Enbata. Aura Aero also disclosed early design efforts on a collaborative combat aircraft (CCA) that it says could fly in 2028, positioning Enbata’s maturation alongside a broader autonomous strike roadmap.

2026-06-17T00:32:37.492811-07:00

Aura Aero’s Aura M unveils redesigned MALE UAV Enbata at Eurosatory; early CCA work points to possible 2028 flight

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Metrojet places first Global 8000 into Asia service as Germany moves toward a six-aircraft Bundeswehr order

Air Transat’s A330 replacement decision looms for 2029–32

Canada opens talks with Italy to buy Leonardo M-346 advanced jet trainers for the RCAF fighter lead-in pipeline

IndiGo targets a 550+ aircraft fleet by FY30, including deeper ownership and an accelerated Airbus build

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