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Bombardier lifts Global 8000 max operating speed to Mach 0.95; Comlux confirms 2026 delivery

Bombardier has increased the planned maximum operating speed of its new Global 8000 to Mach 0.95 as it prepares for certification this year. Swiss charter operator Comlux has confirmed a purchase with first delivery scheduled for 2026; the ultralong-range jet offers roughly 14,800 km range.

2025-10-13T12:12:45.383746-07:00

Aviation Week

Airbus opens second A320neo final assembly line in Mobile, Alabama to boost U.S. output

2025-10-13T10:04:33.990788-07:00

Aviation Week

Boeing, Southwest and Aeroxchange complete industry’s first digital 8130‑3 e‑certificate parts shipment

2025-10-13T04:08:26.450607-07:00

Reuters

IATA and Oliver Wyman: Supply‑chain delays could cost airlines $11 billion in 2025 as older jets remain in service

2025-10-13T03:20:25.043255-07:00

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Rostec to study re‑engining options for Sukhoi Superjet 100 fleet Rostec has announced a study into re‑engining options for the Sukhoi Superjet 100 fleet, signalling an intent to evaluate replacement powerplant pathways for the regional jet. The company said it will examine candidate solutions and provide further details as the review progresses.

2025-10-13T22:25:38.131072-07:00

Rostec to study re‑engining options for Sukhoi Superjet 100 fleet

AINonline

JetNet Forecasts 9,700 Business‑Jet Deliveries Over Next Decade as Market Faces Growing Volatility Market research firm JetNet projects roughly 9,700 business‑jet deliveries over the next ten years, but warns the sector will face increasing volatility. The forecast underscores sustained demand for new and replacement business aircraft while flagging uncertainty that could alter production, order timing and aftermarket activity.

2025-10-13T17:24:30.361172-07:00

JetNet Forecasts 9,700 Business‑Jet Deliveries Over Next Decade as Market Faces Growing Volatility

Aviation Week

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Honeywell forecasts $283B business‑jet market and record deliveries over next decade Honeywell projects a record $283 billion market for business‑jet deliveries and services over the next ten years — its largest forecast — driven by sustained post‑pandemic demand, 100% bonus depreciation and rising fractional ownership. OEMs, however, are struggling to meet orders as production bottlenecks persist.

2025-10-13T17:08:20.203899-07:00

Honeywell forecasts $283B business‑jet market and record deliveries over next decade

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FAA certifies Textron’s Cessna Citation M2 Gen2 (with Garmin autothrottles) and CJ3 Gen2 The FAA has granted type certification to Textron Aviation’s Cessna Citation M2 Gen2 — equipped with Garmin autothrottles — and the CJ3 Gen2 after completing nearly 300 and 445 flight test hours respectively. Both light-jet variants are expected to enter service this year, extending the 50‑year Citation family.

2025-10-13T15:04:47.049460-07:00

FAA certifies Textron’s Cessna Citation M2 Gen2 (with Garmin autothrottles) and CJ3 Gen2

Reuters

Safran says 'on good path' to clear Airbus engine backlog by month-end Safran's chief executive said on Monday the French engine maker is "on a good path" to clear a backlog of engines owed to Airbus, with the company aiming to resolve delivery delays by the end of this month and restore normal delivery cadence to customers.

2025-10-13T14:28:45.070186-07:00

Safran says 'on good path' to clear Airbus engine backlog by month-end

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Bombardier lifts Global 8000 max operating speed to Mach 0.95; Comlux confirms 2026 delivery Bombardier has increased the planned maximum operating speed of its new Global 8000 to Mach 0.95 as it prepares for certification this year. Swiss charter operator Comlux has confirmed a purchase with first delivery scheduled for 2026; the ultralong-range jet offers roughly 14,800 km range.

2025-10-13T12:12:45.383746-07:00

Bombardier lifts Global 8000 max operating speed to Mach 0.95; Comlux confirms 2026 delivery

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Safran to invest more than €350m in Casablanca for LEAP‑1A assembly line and LEAP MRO Safran will invest more than €350 million to establish Morocco's first aircraft engine manufacturing complex in Casablanca, launching a LEAP‑1A assembly line and a dedicated LEAP maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) shop. King Mohammed VI presided over the construction launch as Safran signs MoUs to expand regional industrial capacity.

2025-10-13T11:56:51.076748-07:00

Safran to invest more than €350m in Casablanca for LEAP‑1A assembly line and LEAP MRO

Aviation Week

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Airbus opens second A320neo final assembly line in Mobile, Alabama to boost U.S. output Airbus has inaugurated a second final assembly line for the A320neo family at its Mobile, Alabama plant, expanding U.S. production capacity. The move follows the A320 family reportedly surpassing Boeing's 737 as the world's best‑selling commercial aircraft and aims to bolster A320 output.

2025-10-13T10:04:33.990788-07:00

Airbus opens second A320neo final assembly line in Mobile, Alabama to boost U.S. output

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