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NASA adds two retired USAF F-15s to Armstrong fleet to support X-59 high‑altitude supersonic trials

NASA has brought two retired U.S. Air Force F-15 fighters into its Armstrong Flight Research Center fleet at Edwards AFB to act as chase/support aircraft for high‑altitude, supersonic testing of the X-59 quiet‑boom demonstrator. The jets will be modified to enable chase, instrumentation and data collection during supersonic profiles.

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Hungary assembles first of four additional Saab JAS 39C Gripens

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REGENT lands 30‑unit order for 12‑seat Viceroy Seaglider from private club 'XXV'; U.S. East Coast deliveries from 2027 REGENT Craft has secured a 30‑unit order from private members club 'XXV' for its 12‑seat Viceroy Seaglider, with U.S. East Coast deliveries scheduled to begin in 2027. The deal is a significant early commercial fleet commitment and defines a near‑term production and delivery window for the platform.

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REGENT lands 30‑unit order for 12‑seat Viceroy Seaglider from private club 'XXV'; U.S. East Coast deliveries from 2027

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United converts 56 Boeing 787-9s into 787-10s amid GE–Rolls engine dispute, 777 spares squeeze and looming A350 competition United is converting 56 Boeing 787-9s into larger 787-10s as it confronts a GE–Rolls engine fight, parts shortages for engines on its oldest 777s, and rising competitive pressure from Airbus A350s. The move is part of broader late‑decade widebody transformation options to meet ambitious growth targets.

2026-01-15T17:06:58.843459-08:00

United converts 56 Boeing 787-9s into 787-10s amid GE–Rolls engine dispute, 777 spares squeeze and looming A350 competition

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Lockheed delivers record 191 F-35s after year-long U.S. acceptance pause clears backlog Lockheed Martin delivered a program‑record 191 F‑35 Lightning II fighters after the U.S. government resumed aircraft acceptances following a year‑long pause between 2023 and 2024. The resumed handovers cleared a TR‑3 backlog of jets that had been stockpiled at Lockheed facilities.

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Lockheed delivers record 191 F-35s after year-long U.S. acceptance pause clears backlog

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NASA adds two retired USAF F-15s to Armstrong fleet to support X-59 high‑altitude supersonic trials NASA has brought two retired U.S. Air Force F-15 fighters into its Armstrong Flight Research Center fleet at Edwards AFB to act as chase/support aircraft for high‑altitude, supersonic testing of the X-59 quiet‑boom demonstrator. The jets will be modified to enable chase, instrumentation and data collection during supersonic profiles.

2026-01-15T13:07:18.912355-08:00

NASA adds two retired USAF F-15s to Armstrong fleet to support X-59 high‑altitude supersonic trials

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Boeing 737 MAX 10: Billions at Stake in the Middle‑of‑Market Battle The 737 MAX 10 is central to Boeing's bid to reclaim the lucrative middle‑of‑market (MOM) segment — a program that could unlock billions in orders if Boeing can match demand. Industry watchers say Boeing has under‑exposed itself to the MOM surge despite creating the category with the 757.

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Airbus courts Brazilian carriers for A350 comeback after two major airlines dropped the type Airbus is actively pitching the A350 to Brazilian carriers after the country’s two largest long‑haul operators removed the type from their fleets. The manufacturer says the A350 still fits Brazil’s market needs and is exploring new sales, lease or used‑aircraft options to regain presence.

2026-01-15T09:13:08.554502-08:00

Airbus courts Brazilian carriers for A350 comeback after two major airlines dropped the type

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NASA adds two retired USAF F-15s to Armstrong fleet to support X-59 high‑altitude supersonic trials

REGENT lands 30‑unit order for 12‑seat Viceroy Seaglider from private club 'XXV'; U.S. East Coast deliveries from 2027

Cessna Citation M2 Gen2 with Garmin autothrottle enters service after FAA certification

United converts 56 Boeing 787-9s into 787-10s amid GE–Rolls engine dispute, 777 spares squeeze and looming A350 competition

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