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Sikorsky seeks up to 81 S-92A+ orders to underpin potential 12/yr production as market shifts

Sikorsky is pursuing orders for up to 81 of its upgraded S-92A+ helicopters to build a backlog that would support production of as many as 12 heavy-twins per year. Its latest forecast, however, indicates a changing market for the type.

2026-03-13T11:24:25.767817-07:00

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Boeing to repair up to 25 undelivered 737 MAX jets over wiring flaws, repairs may delay deliveries

2026-03-13T09:10:58.192057-07:00

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South Africa's NTCSA signs for seven Bell 407GXi helicopters for utility and powerline work (VertiCon 2026)

2026-03-13T05:53:27.172168-07:00

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Equatorial Guinea eyes ATR72-600s for CEIBA Intercontinental

2026-03-13T04:18:44.438976-07:00

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Sikorsky seeks up to 81 S-92A+ orders to underpin potential 12/yr production as market shifts Sikorsky is pursuing orders for up to 81 of its upgraded S-92A+ helicopters to build a backlog that would support production of as many as 12 heavy-twins per year. Its latest forecast, however, indicates a changing market for the type.

2026-03-13T11:24:25.767817-07:00

Sikorsky seeks up to 81 S-92A+ orders to underpin potential 12/yr production as market shifts

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Boeing to repair up to 25 undelivered 737 MAX jets over wiring flaws, repairs may delay deliveries Boeing is repairing as many as 25 undelivered 737 MAX jets after discovering wiring flaws, Bloomberg reported. The company has begun corrective work on affected airframes; the remediation effort could delay scheduled deliveries to customers and add short‑term strain to the 737 production and delivery cadence.

2026-03-13T09:10:58.192057-07:00

Boeing to repair up to 25 undelivered 737 MAX jets over wiring flaws, repairs may delay deliveries

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South Africa's NTCSA signs for seven Bell 407GXi helicopters for utility and powerline work (VertiCon 2026) South Africa's National Transmission Company (NTCSA) has signed a purchase agreement for seven Bell 407GXi helicopters, announced at VertiCon 2026. The aircraft are procured for utility and powerline operations to support national transmission infrastructure maintenance and inspections, and to improve operational responsiveness across the grid.

2026-03-13T05:53:27.172168-07:00

South Africa's NTCSA signs for seven Bell 407GXi helicopters for utility and powerline work (VertiCon 2026)

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Helicopter Alliance forecasts demand for 20–40 refurbished UH‑60 Black Hawks in Europe by 2030 for firefighting Czech Republic-based Helicopter Alliance projects Europe will need 20–40 refurbished Sikorsky UH‑60 Black Hawks by 2030 to bolster civil firefighting and disaster‑relief capacity as wildfire risk rises. The forecast targets conversion of surplus military Black Hawks for wet/dry‑bucket and utility missions.

2026-03-13T05:39:24.719060-07:00

Helicopter Alliance forecasts demand for 20–40 refurbished UH‑60 Black Hawks in Europe by 2030 for firefighting

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LAM Mozambique hit by corruption probe as debt leaves Embraer jets grounded Mozambique’s state-owned carrier LAM is embroiled in a corruption probe after its maintenance director was indicted, while mounting debt has left recently acquired Embraer jets grounded as the airline struggles to put aircraft into service. The twin legal and financial crises threaten LAM’s operations and fleet utilization.

2026-03-13T05:08:35.846142-07:00

LAM Mozambique hit by corruption probe as debt leaves Embraer jets grounded

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Equatorial Guinea eyes ATR72-600s for CEIBA Intercontinental Equatorial Guinea is exploring acquisition of ATR72-600 turboprops for flag carrier CEIBA Intercontinental. The move signals a potential regional fleet renewal to support short-haul connectivity and replace ageing equipment, with details on quantity, financing and delivery timing yet to be disclosed.

2026-03-13T04:18:44.438976-07:00

Equatorial Guinea eyes ATR72-600s for CEIBA Intercontinental

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VertiCon 2026: 26 helicopter orders, 12,852 attendees and drone/AI demonstrations in Atlanta VertiCon 2026 in Atlanta drew 12,852 attendees and produced 26 helicopter orders for Airbus, Bell and Leonardo, while exhibitors showcased operational tech — a dedicated indoor drone cage, FlySight's OPENSIGHT mission console with interoperability and AI, and ASU awarding OWL early-adopter recognition.

2026-03-12T12:38:54.760020-07:00

VertiCon 2026: 26 helicopter orders, 12,852 attendees and drone/AI demonstrations in Atlanta

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Aegean scraps A321XLR India launch as deliveries slip past summer Greek carrier Aegean Airlines has abandoned plans to take two Airbus A321XLRs and launch services to India this year after delivery delays mean the aircraft would not arrive in time for the summer flying season, forcing the carrier to defer the route and associated capacity build-up.

2026-03-12T09:40:12.208531-07:00

Aegean scraps A321XLR India launch as deliveries slip past summer

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Sikorsky seeks up to 81 S-92A+ orders to underpin potential 12/yr production as market shifts

Boeing to repair up to 25 undelivered 737 MAX jets over wiring flaws, repairs may delay deliveries

South Africa's NTCSA signs for seven Bell 407GXi helicopters for utility and powerline work (VertiCon 2026)

Equatorial Guinea eyes ATR72-600s for CEIBA Intercontinental

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