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Unicair to retire Learjets by 1Q28 and re-center the cabin-corporate fleet strategy on reliability

Unicair plans to phase out its Learjet fleet by the first quarter of 2028, shifting focus toward improving operational reliability. The move signals a change in how the operator manages business-jet availability, maintenance burden, and total reliability across its corporate/charter offering.

2026-05-05T01:35:28.567666-07:00

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Air China Cargo to convert A350F options into four more firm freighters, lifting total order to 10

2026-05-04T21:55:41.184760-07:00

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ANA to retire its remaining Boeing 777-300 fleet by late 1Q27

2026-05-04T19:46:27.952372-07:00

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US Air Force clears T-7A Red Hawk for low-rate production, approving Milestone C and a $219M buy of first 14 trainers

2026-05-04T16:10:58.451980-07:00

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Unicair to retire Learjets by 1Q28 and re-center the cabin-corporate fleet strategy on reliability Unicair plans to phase out its Learjet fleet by the first quarter of 2028, shifting focus toward improving operational reliability. The move signals a change in how the operator manages business-jet availability, maintenance burden, and total reliability across its corporate/charter offering.

2026-05-05T01:35:28.567666-07:00

Unicair to retire Learjets by 1Q28 and re-center the cabin-corporate fleet strategy on reliability

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Air China Cargo to convert A350F options into four more firm freighters, lifting total order to 10 Air China Cargo plans to firm an additional four Airbus A350F freighters, converting options secured under a prior agreement. The move brings its commitment to 10 aircraft, as Airbus advances testing for the type and positions the program for further ramp-up.

2026-05-04T21:55:41.184760-07:00

Air China Cargo to convert A350F options into four more firm freighters, lifting total order to 10

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ANA to retire its remaining Boeing 777-300 fleet by late 1Q27 All Nippon Airways plans to retire its last Boeing 777-300s by late first quarter 2027, ending the final segment of its 777-300 operations on a defined timeline. The decision signals a continuing fleet-shape shift as ANA manages capacity and modernization through the decade.

2026-05-04T19:46:27.952372-07:00

ANA to retire its remaining Boeing 777-300 fleet by late 1Q27

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US Air Force clears T-7A Red Hawk for low-rate production, approving Milestone C and a $219M buy of first 14 trainers The U.S. Air Force has authorized low-rate initial production for the Boeing Saab T-7A Red Hawk following a Milestone C decision. The action releases a $219 million contract for the first 14 production aircraft, advancing the advanced jet trainer’s transition from development to serial output.

2026-05-04T16:10:58.451980-07:00

US Air Force clears T-7A Red Hawk for low-rate production, approving Milestone C and a $219M buy of first 14 trainers

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USAF plans C-37C standard to replace 17-aircraft GV/C-37A and G550/C-37B fleet The U.S. Air Force’s fiscal year 2027 budget lays out a recapitalization of its VIP and agency transport fleet: 10 GV(C-37A) and seven G550(C-37B) aircraft would be replaced by a new C-37C standard comprising 17 aircraft. The plan begins Oct. 1, 2026, with an estimated $2.19bn total cost.

2026-05-04T11:10:21.873843-07:00

USAF plans C-37C standard to replace 17-aircraft GV/C-37A and G550/C-37B fleet

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B-52CERP re-engineering clears critical design review as F130 swaps start this year The U.S. Air Force, Boeing and Rolls-Royce have passed the critical design review for the B-52 Commercial Engine Replacement Program (CERP), enabling modifications to two B-52s. The first bomber will enter modification later in 2026 to begin replacing eight Pratt & Whitney TF33s with the Rolls-Royce F130 as Boeing prepares for a fleet-wide conversion.

2026-05-04T09:31:48.002518-07:00

B-52CERP re-engineering clears critical design review as F130 swaps start this year

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UAE signs 20-aircraft deal with Embraer for C-390 Millennium, first Middle East operator Embraer and Generation 5 Holding signed an exclusive strategic partnership in the UAE to advance the C-390 Millennium program, supporting an Emirati Air Force contract for 10 aircraft with options for 10 more. The signing was witnessed by senior UAE leadership, positioning the UAE Air Force as the first C-390 operator in the Middle East.

2026-05-04T09:10:46.964398-07:00

UAE signs 20-aircraft deal with Embraer for C-390 Millennium, first Middle East operator

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TAP Air Portugal set to exceed 100-aircraft fleet by end-2026, targeting 104–106 jets TAP Air Portugal is projected to grow its fleet above 100 aircraft by the end of 2026, with PÚBLICO fleet data indicating 104 to 106 aircraft in service. The plan is framed around Airbus deliveries, positioning the carrier for what it expects to be its largest fleet in history by 2026.

2026-05-04T06:38:40.491123-07:00

TAP Air Portugal set to exceed 100-aircraft fleet by end-2026, targeting 104–106 jets

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Unicair to retire Learjets by 1Q28 and re-center the cabin-corporate fleet strategy on reliability

Air China Cargo to convert A350F options into four more firm freighters, lifting total order to 10

ANA to retire its remaining Boeing 777-300 fleet by late 1Q27

US Air Force clears T-7A Red Hawk for low-rate production, approving Milestone C and a $219M buy of first 14 trainers

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