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THC (Saudi Arabia) signs LOI for 12 Bombardier business jets, with options for 48 more

Saudi Arabia’s The Helicopter Company (THC), backed by the Public Investment Fund, signed a letter of intent to finalize a firm order for 12 Bombardier business aircraft: five Challenger 3500s, five Global 5500s and two Global 8000s. Options could expand the order by a further 48 jets, for up to 60 total.

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2026-07-23T01:04:49.080924-07:00

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Air Astana files to launch Boeing 787 operations to the US in 2027

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2026-07-23T09:04:46.033892-07:00

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Cathay Pacific reconfigures 202-seat Airbus A321neo economy with a lower-density layout for more legroom

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2026-07-23T08:51:07.394089-07:00

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Qatar, Alaska and SCAT expand dedicated freighter capacity with Boeing platforms

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2026-07-23T03:16:03.848158-07:00

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Air Astana files to launch Boeing 787 operations to the US in 2027 Air Astana has filed plans to begin Boeing 787 service to the United States in 2027, according to coverage summarized in the cluster. The filing signals an upcoming long-haul aircraft upgrade and a targeted trans-Atlantic expansion tied to the 787’s operational timeline.

2026-07-23T09:04:46.033892-07:00

Air Astana files to launch Boeing 787 operations to the US in 2027

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Cathay Pacific reconfigures 202-seat Airbus A321neo economy with a lower-density layout for more legroom Cathay Pacific is refreshing and reconfiguring economy class on its 202-seat Airbus A321neos, switching to a lower-density cabin layout designed to increase passenger legroom. The change reflects a focused update to the airline’s in-cabin product offering on its A321neo fleet.

2026-07-23T08:51:07.394089-07:00

Cathay Pacific reconfigures 202-seat Airbus A321neo economy with a lower-density layout for more legroom

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Piper Aircraft and ATP Flight School finalize order for six new training aircraft Piper Aircraft and ATP Flight School have finalized a fleet order for six new training aircraft, with options to expand the order by 25 more. The deal underscores ATP’s ongoing fleet build-out to support pilot training capacity and aircraft availability for its programs.

2026-07-23T07:05:51.658286-07:00

Piper Aircraft and ATP Flight School finalize order for six new training aircraft

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Jazeera Airways signals openness to any OEM as it targets fleet growth Jazeera Airways said it is open to sourcing aircraft from all original equipment manufacturers as it plans for fleet growth. The statement frames the airline’s next procurement as OEM-agnostic, setting up a broader competitive field for future supply and pricing discussions.

2026-07-23T04:35:44.769472-07:00

Jazeera Airways signals openness to any OEM as it targets fleet growth

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Kuwait's Jazeera Airways open to all OEMs for fleet growth

2026-07-23T04:35:44.769472-07:00

Kuwait's Jazeera Airways open

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Qatar, Alaska and SCAT expand dedicated freighter capacity with Boeing platforms Qatar Airways Cargo has launched a twice-weekly Doha–Katowice service using Boeing 777 freighters, extending Central Europe’s access to its global network. In parallel, Alaska Airlines plans to add four Boeing 737-800BCF aircraft to grow its dedicated cargo fleet from five to nine, while Kazakhstan’s SCAT signed with Boeing to bring in its first dedicated freighter, a 767-300ER(BCF).

2026-07-23T03:16:03.848158-07:00

Qatar, Alaska and SCAT expand dedicated freighter capacity with Boeing platforms

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Electric and hybrid propulsion momentum: Electra.Aero’s Ultra Short production, Airbus LEIA hybrid-electric tests, and MTU’s fly Electra.Aero says its nine-passenger Ultra Short aircraft uses eight electric motors and blown-lift to enable takeoff and landing in under 150 feet as it moves from prototype to production. In parallel, Airbus is advancing its LEIA hybrid-electric program, while MTU Aero Engines—together with Airbus—develops a “flying fuel cell” engine technology and pursues EASA approval.

2026-07-23T02:19:34.257084-07:00

Electric and hybrid propulsion momentum: Electra.Aero’s Ultra Short production, Airbus LEIA hybrid-electric tests, and MTU’s fly

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Pakistan International Airlines reportedly mulls 16-aircraft Boeing 787 order A report says Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) is considering a 16-aircraft Boeing 787 order. The talks, if they progress, would shape PIA’s long-haul fleet renewal plans and influence Boeing’s commercial widebody delivery pipeline.

2026-07-23T01:50:00.489012-07:00

Pakistan International Airlines reportedly mulls 16-aircraft Boeing 787 order

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