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Embraer targets first E2 family sale in India as it showcases E195‑E2 and E175 at Wings India 2026

Embraer is mounting a renewed push to secure the first Indian sale of its E2 family at Wings India 2026, opening Jan. 28 in Hyderabad. The OEM will display the E195‑E2 and E175, pitching the type as a fuel‑efficient way to expand regional connectivity amid rapid market growth.

2026-01-21T02:45:59.860774-08:00

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Finland's first F-35A (JF-501) arrives at Ebbing ANGB to begin U.S.-based training

2026-01-20T14:31:39.033803-08:00

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India mulls classifying aircraft as infrastructure in FY2026–27 budget

2026-01-20T23:16:03.468698-08:00

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ANA and JAL to introduce first Boeing 737 MAX 8s in 2026 as they unveil FY2026 networks

2026-01-20T20:51:25.875287-08:00

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Embraer targets first E2 family sale in India as it showcases E195‑E2 and E175 at Wings India 2026 Embraer is mounting a renewed push to secure the first Indian sale of its E2 family at Wings India 2026, opening Jan. 28 in Hyderabad. The OEM will display the E195‑E2 and E175, pitching the type as a fuel‑efficient way to expand regional connectivity amid rapid market growth.

2026-01-21T02:45:59.860774-08:00

Embraer targets first E2 family sale in India as it showcases E195‑E2 and E175 at Wings India 2026

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India mulls classifying aircraft as infrastructure in FY2026–27 budget The Indian government is considering designating aircraft as 'infrastructure' in its FY2026–27 Union Budget, a move aimed at easing airline financing and supporting sector growth, according to unnamed sources. The proposal would change how commercial aircraft are treated for financing and policy purposes in India.

2026-01-20T23:16:03.468698-08:00

India mulls classifying aircraft as infrastructure in FY2026–27 budget

FlightGlobal

ANA and JAL to introduce first Boeing 737 MAX 8s in 2026 as they unveil FY2026 networks All Nippon Airways and Japan Airlines, the country's two largest carriers, expect to take delivery of their first Boeing 737 MAX 8s in 2026 as they unveil network plans for fiscal 2026 beginning in April. The introductions will shape short‑haul capacity and fleet commonality strategies.

2026-01-20T20:51:25.875287-08:00

ANA and JAL to introduce first Boeing 737 MAX 8s in 2026 as they unveil FY2026 networks

DVIDS / U.S. DoD

Finland's first F-35A (JF-501) arrives at Ebbing ANGB to begin U.S.-based training Finland's first F-35A, serial JF-501, landed at Ebbing Air National Guard Base in Arkansas on Jan. 20, 2026, marking the start of U.S.-based pilot training and inaugurating the delivery process for Helsinki's 64‑jet HX F-35 acquisition.

2026-01-20T14:31:39.033803-08:00

Finland's first F-35A (JF-501) arrives at Ebbing ANGB to begin U.S.-based training

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United leans on premium demand and record 20 787 deliveries to power 2026 growth United beat fourth‑quarter estimates and posted record 2025 revenue of $59.1 billion, and issued an upbeat 2026 outlook driven by premium domestic and international demand and loyalty strength. The carrier expects 20 Boeing 787 deliveries in 2026 — the largest U.S. widebody influx in nearly 40 years.

2026-01-20T13:13:01.713688-08:00

United leans on premium demand and record 20 787 deliveries to power 2026 growth

The Air Current

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Kirby: United's growth limited by JetBlue tie‑up, Boeing delivery timing and regulator stance United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby said the carrier's long‑term growth ambitions are constrained by the availability of aircraft—particularly Boeing delivery timing—and by the government's willingness to approve consolidation tied to its partnership with JetBlue, forcing United to temper expansion plans.

2026-01-20T13:12:59.986133-08:00

Kirby: United's growth limited by JetBlue tie‑up, Boeing delivery timing and regulator stance

DefenseNews.com

USAF opens basing competition for next KC-46 units as fleet and production outlook shape activation The USAF has opened a competition among eight bases to host the next KC-46A active‑duty and Reserve tanker units. A companion analysis breaks down current Pegasus fleet numbers, Boeing's production outlook and remaining tanker availability — factors that will determine activation timelines and infrastructure requirements for selected bases.

2026-01-20T12:25:20.202076-08:00

USAF opens basing competition for next KC-46 units as fleet and production outlook shape activation

Aviation Week

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Thai Airways in talks to lease 10 Boeing 787s from Avolon ahead of its own 787 deliveries Thai Airways is negotiating to lease ten Boeing 787-8s from Avolon, ex-China Southern, with deliveries starting March 2026 and entry into service from July 2026 to bridge capacity until its own 787s arrive (expected early 2028). The carrier is also converting additional 787 options to firm orders.

2026-01-20T07:53:02.748096-08:00

Thai Airways in talks to lease 10 Boeing 787s from Avolon ahead of its own 787 deliveries

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Embraer targets first E2 family sale in India as it showcases E195‑E2 and E175 at Wings India 2026

Finland's first F-35A (JF-501) arrives at Ebbing ANGB to begin U.S.-based training

India mulls classifying aircraft as infrastructure in FY2026–27 budget

ANA and JAL to introduce first Boeing 737 MAX 8s in 2026 as they unveil FY2026 networks

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