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• Neelam Mathews
Electric seaplane start-up Noemi Aerospace has agreed with Philippine seaplane operator Horizon Sun Charters to provide three amphibious aircraft, with options for two more. The agreement comes as Indian officials reportedly show interest in encouraging new seaplane services, pointing to emerging demand for regional amphibious air mobility.
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Senate Democrats are seeking an investigation into the Department of Homeland Security’s purchase of 12 aircraft, comprising four Gulfstreams and eight Boeing aircraft. The request puts scrutiny on the department’s procurement decisions and the use of government funds for its aviation fleet.
Electric seaplane start-up Noemi Aerospace has agreed with Philippine seaplane operator Horizon Sun Charters to provide three amphibious aircraft, with options for two more. The agreement comes as Indian officials reportedly show interest in encouraging new seaplane services, pointing to emerging demand for regional amphibious air mobility.
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Air India plans to add more than 100 aircraft in 2027 and 2028 while retrofitting legacy 787-8s at Boeing’s Shanghai facility. Separately, Akasa Air agreed to a sale-and-leaseback for up to seven 737 MAX 8-200s, supporting continued fleet and network expansion.
Airbus recorded 203 net new aircraft orders in July 2026, according to ch-aviation. The available report does not identify the customers, aircraft models, gross order volume or cancellations behind the monthly figure.
ASL Airlines Australia plans to add four incremental Boeing 737-800 converted freighters, expanding the fleet of the Sydney Bankstown-based operator. The move forms part of parent ASL Aviation Holdings’ broader growth strategy across Australia and New Zealand, strengthening its regional cargo capacity.
The Department of Homeland Security used a no-bid contract to acquire 10 used aircraft, citing an urgent need for deportation flights. The fleet has reportedly remained largely parked for months, raising questions about procurement urgency, utilization and stewardship of public funds.
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Airbus delivered 418 commercial aircraft through July 2026, maintaining its global lead over Boeing, while Boeing recorded 38 gross orders during a slower month focused on recovery and production stability. The July period also brought certification, flight-testing, partnership and infrastructure progress, alongside major Farnborough deals.
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An Air China C919 flew from Beijing to Ulaanbaatar on Aug. 12, marking the Chinese narrowbody’s first scheduled commercial operation outside China. The milestone advances COMAC’s effort to establish the C919 as a competitor to the Airbus A320 and Boeing 737 in global passenger aviation.
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