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Air China to launch international operations with the COMAC C919

Air China says it will begin international operations using the COMAC C919, moving the aircraft from domestic use into an outward-facing deployment. The announcement is a key test of how China’s flagship narrowbody performs in international network requirements for an established full-service carrier.

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2026-07-21T17:23:21.521611-07:00

FlightGlobal

Airbus commercial chief Lars Wagner pushes for 2024 decision on higher A350 production rate

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2026-07-21T12:08:38.387694-07:00

AeroTime

Daher targets a record run-up in TBM 980 deliveries, aiming for 60+ aircraft in 2026

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2026-07-21T11:10:11.176431-07:00

AirInsight

Beechcraft Denali certification slips to 2027 as Textron completes October 2026 flight-test phase

5 Sources

2026-07-21T09:26:48.290521-07:00

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Air China to launch international operations with the COMAC C919 Air China says it will begin international operations using the COMAC C919, moving the aircraft from domestic use into an outward-facing deployment. The announcement is a key test of how China’s flagship narrowbody performs in international network requirements for an established full-service carrier.

2026-07-21T17:23:21.521611-07:00

Air China to launch international operations with the COMAC C919

AINonline

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Rotortrade CEO: Helicopter market turning bullish despite first-half inventory pressure Rotortrade CEO said the company is seeing a constructive shift in the helicopter market, citing a turn toward stronger demand even as first-half conditions remain shaped by inventory pressure. The comment frames near-term headwinds against a more positive outlook for helicopter trading and allocation.

2026-07-21T14:08:03.537338-07:00

Rotortrade CEO: Helicopter market turning bullish despite first-half inventory pressure

FlightGlobal

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Aero Vodochody targets L-39NG growth in Europe, Africa, Asia and the US as orders and deliveries accelerate Aero Vodochody’s revival is gaining momentum as L-39NG orders and deliveries pick up. The company is now actively pursuing prospects across Europe, Africa, Asia and the United States, seeking to capitalize on a broader recovery after years of restructuring following the Soviet bloc collapse.

2026-07-21T13:24:59.071780-07:00

Aero Vodochody targets L-39NG growth in Europe, Africa, Asia and the US as orders and deliveries accelerate

FlightGlobal

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Airbus commercial chief Lars Wagner pushes for 2024 decision on higher A350 production rate Airbus commercial aircraft chief Lars Wagner says strong demand—and the possibility of further “stretch”—are increasing pressure for Airbus to offer earlier slot allocation for A350 twinjets. He is pressing for a decision this year to raise the A350’s production rate above the current target.

2026-07-21T12:08:38.387694-07:00

Airbus commercial chief Lars Wagner pushes for 2024 decision on higher A350 production rate

AeroTime

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Daher targets a record run-up in TBM 980 deliveries, aiming for 60+ aircraft in 2026 Daher says it has delivered more than 30 TBM 980s and is targeting over 60 deliveries in 2026 as its orderbook extends into mid-2027. Recent shipments, including a TBM 980 for Savage Aviation, underscore the type’s delivery momentum and order strength.

2026-07-21T11:10:11.176431-07:00

Daher targets a record run-up in TBM 980 deliveries, aiming for 60+ aircraft in 2026

AirInsight

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Beechcraft Denali certification slips to 2027 as Textron completes October 2026 flight-test phase Textron Aviation said it expects to finish Beechcraft Denali flight testing in October 2026, with FAA certification to follow and service entry moving to Q1 2027. The program has accumulated more than 4,000 flight hours, marking “significant” progress after years of development delays and branding changes.

2026-07-21T09:26:48.290521-07:00

Beechcraft Denali certification slips to 2027 as Textron completes October 2026 flight-test phase

DefenseNews.com

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Trump pulls Qatari-gifted Boeing 747-8 Air Force One for security and communications upgrades; 2028 replacement jets remain on t President Trump says the Qatari-donated Boeing 747-8 Air Force One will be removed from service for “maxed out” security and communications upgrades, announced as starting within a month of his trip amid questions over security features. Boeing also reaffirmed plans to deliver two next-generation presidential jets in 2028, but acknowledged additional spending pressures as costs exceed $5 billion.

2026-07-21T09:21:56.674010-07:00

Trump pulls Qatari-gifted Boeing 747-8 Air Force One for security and communications upgrades; 2028 replacement jets remain on t

Reuters

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Airbus, Boeing and Rolls-Royce engine push: Airbus seeks more Pratt power for 2027; Somon Air picks Trent 1000; Rolls-Royce fund Airbus says it is pressing Pratt & Whitney for more engines for 2027 while expecting any shortfall to be met via CFM. Somon Air signed with Rolls-Royce for four Trent 1000 XE engines to power two Boeing 787s. Separately, Rolls-Royce awarded a £100m+ Bristol facility contract and advanced GCAP engine design reviews toward ground testing.

2026-07-21T05:41:43.388543-07:00

Airbus, Boeing and Rolls-Royce engine push: Airbus seeks more Pratt power for 2027; Somon Air picks Trent 1000; Rolls-Royce fund

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