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De Havilland advances assembly of first DHC-515 amphibious water-bomber

De Havilland Canada has joined the cockpit and hull of the first DHC-515 and completed the 28.6 m wing-box assembly, advancing production of the turboprop amphibious water-bomber. The company is targeting deliveries to European customers and Canada beginning in 2028.

2026-03-10T16:20:24.820833-07:00

Airbus

Bristow receives first two Airbus H160s from Milestone for Nigerian offshore ops

2026-03-10T13:03:48.586700-07:00

AINonline

Dassault rolls out Falcon 10X — ultra‑long‑range, largest‑cabin business jet

2026-03-10T12:03:58.909134-07:00

Reuters

Boeing delays some 737 MAX deliveries after scratched wiring found; keeps 2026 ~500-jet target

2026-03-10T08:44:27.446644-07:00

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De Havilland advances assembly of first DHC-515 amphibious water-bomber De Havilland Canada has joined the cockpit and hull of the first DHC-515 and completed the 28.6 m wing-box assembly, advancing production of the turboprop amphibious water-bomber. The company is targeting deliveries to European customers and Canada beginning in 2028.

2026-03-10T16:20:24.820833-07:00

De Havilland advances assembly of first DHC-515 amphibious water-bomber

AINonline

Leonardo posts 5.1% YoY order growth, momentum in civil and military rotorcraft Leonardo posted a 5.1% year‑on‑year increase in orders versus 2024, reporting sustained momentum across both civil and military rotorcraft segments and stronger demand for aftermarket and support services. The result highlights resilience in its helicopter portfolio amid wider industry headwinds.

2026-03-10T14:04:08.394854-07:00

Leonardo posts 5.1% YoY order growth, momentum in civil and military rotorcraft

Airbus

Bristow receives first two Airbus H160s from Milestone for Nigerian offshore ops Bristow has taken delivery of the first two of five Airbus H160 medium‑twin helicopters leased from Milestone Aviation Group, the aircraft to enter Bristow’s Nigerian offshore support fleet. The pair begin a five‑ship programme intended to renew Bristow’s offshore rotary-wing capability in Nigeria.

2026-03-10T13:03:48.586700-07:00

Bristow receives first two Airbus H160s from Milestone for Nigerian offshore ops

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Dassault rolls out Falcon 10X — ultra‑long‑range, largest‑cabin business jet Dassault Aviation rolled out the Falcon 10X at its Bordeaux‑Mérignac facility, revealing an ultra‑long‑range, large‑cabin business jet aimed at the top end of the market. The 10X features the largest purpose‑built bizjet cabin, an all‑composite wing and is targeting a potential first flight later this year.

2026-03-10T12:03:58.909134-07:00

Dassault rolls out Falcon 10X — ultra‑long‑range, largest‑cabin business jet

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Texas Department of Public Safety orders Bell 407GXi to expand helicopter fleet Bell Textron announced at VAI Verticon that the Texas Department of Public Safety has signed a purchase agreement for a Bell 407GXi. The single‑engine 407GXi will augment DPS's rotary‑wing capability alongside its Bell 412EP for statewide law‑enforcement and public‑safety missions.

2026-03-10T10:08:32.794486-07:00

Texas Department of Public Safety orders Bell 407GXi to expand helicopter fleet

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Airbus Helicopters to deliver up to 18 Flexrotor UAS to Garuda Technologies for leasing and global missions Airbus Helicopters has signed a contract with Garuda Technologies for delivery of up to 18 Flexrotor uncrewed aerial systems. Garuda will offer Flexrotor capability to customers via dry and wet leases, expanding its UAS leasing portfolio for surveillance and other global mission profiles.

2026-03-10T09:48:45.020936-07:00

Airbus Helicopters to deliver up to 18 Flexrotor UAS to Garuda Technologies for leasing and global missions

Reuters

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Boeing delays some 737 MAX deliveries after scratched wiring found; keeps 2026 ~500-jet target Boeing has temporarily slowed deliveries of undelivered 737 MAX jets after inspectors found scratched electrical wiring in newly built airframes, a "quality escape" requiring rework. The hold will curb deliveries this month and quarter, though Boeing says production rates and its 2026 target of about 500 MAX deliveries remain unchanged.

2026-03-10T08:44:27.446644-07:00

Boeing delays some 737 MAX deliveries after scratched wiring found; keeps 2026 ~500-jet target

Leeham News

Middle East conflict shutters Gulf airspace, disrupting Air India operations and clouding Airbus/Boeing activity As of 10 March 2026, Gulf airspace closures linked to the US–Israel war on Iran have forced Air India and regional carriers to suspend or reroute services, snarling cargo and passenger networks, clouding Airbus/Boeing orders and deliveries, while oil tops $100/barrel and defense production demands rise.

2026-03-10T07:23:34.611461-07:00

Middle East conflict shutters Gulf airspace, disrupting Air India operations and clouding Airbus/Boeing activity

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De Havilland advances assembly of first DHC-515 amphibious water-bomber

Bristow receives first two Airbus H160s from Milestone for Nigerian offshore ops

Dassault rolls out Falcon 10X — ultra‑long‑range, largest‑cabin business jet

Boeing delays some 737 MAX deliveries after scratched wiring found; keeps 2026 ~500-jet target

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