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COMAC begins taxi tests of C919-600 high-altitude variant for plateau airport operations

COMAC has started taxi testing of the shortened C919-600, a new narrowbody configuration intended to support operations from high-altitude airports such as those on the Tibetan Plateau. The ground-test step signals the program’s move toward proving suitability for challenging airport conditions.

2026-06-21T10:46:32.509803-07:00

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Qantas Project Sunrise locks in October 2027 launch—A350-1000ULR cabin reveals include a revised 33-inch legroom promise

2026-06-19T04:15:27.277449-07:00

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De Havilland delivers first Twin Otter Classic 300‑G to Ethiopian Airlines for remote regional connectivity

2026-06-19T05:38:51.622348-07:00

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Boeing’s 737 MAX 10 nears certification, with new fuel-efficiency data aimed at pressuring Airbus A321neo pricing

2026-06-19T09:26:39.733470-07:00

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COMAC begins taxi tests of C919-600 high-altitude variant for plateau airport operations COMAC has started taxi testing of the shortened C919-600, a new narrowbody configuration intended to support operations from high-altitude airports such as those on the Tibetan Plateau. The ground-test step signals the program’s move toward proving suitability for challenging airport conditions.

2026-06-21T10:46:32.509803-07:00

COMAC begins taxi tests of C919-600 high-altitude variant for plateau airport operations

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RCAF takes delivery of first CT-153 Juno (Airbus H135) helicopter for Future Aircrew Training; deliveries continue through 2028 The Royal Canadian Air Force has received the first Airbus H135 trainer, designated CT-153 Juno, to serve as a modern twin-engine rotorcraft training platform under the Future Aircrew Training (FAcT) program. The aircraft is fitted with the Airbus Helionix avionics suite and is being supplied via SkyAlyne, with remaining deliveries scheduled through 2028.

2026-06-21T02:08:24.254912-07:00

RCAF takes delivery of first CT-153 Juno (Airbus H135) helicopter for Future Aircrew Training; deliveries continue through 2028

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OEMs deliver 49 new business jets in May 2026, supporting near-term delivery momentum OEMs delivered 49 new business jets in May 2026, a monthly tally that reflects continued order backlog conversion into deliveries. The figure provides a timely read-through of production and handover momentum into the business-jet market’s next operating and selling cycle.

2026-06-19T09:51:46.043327-07:00

OEMs deliver 49 new business jets in May 2026, supporting near-term delivery momentum

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Boeing’s 737 MAX 10 nears certification, with new fuel-efficiency data aimed at pressuring Airbus A321neo pricing Boeing’s 737 MAX 10 is nearing certification and is positioned to challenge the Airbus A321neo. Updated fuel-efficiency performance signals Boeing’s intent to use operating-cost advantages to strengthen its commercial offer and move into pricing pressure against Airbus in the single-aisle segment.

2026-06-19T09:26:39.733470-07:00

Boeing’s 737 MAX 10 nears certification, with new fuel-efficiency data aimed at pressuring Airbus A321neo pricing

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Airbus Helicopters chief targets 120 H145-class light twins this year, aiming to double output Airbus Helicopters’ new chief said the unit is confident it can deliver 120 light-twin helicopters this year, with plans to double output over the longer term. The H145 is positioned as the “biggest step,” signaling where ramp momentum is expected to come from.

2026-06-19T07:38:16.648808-07:00

Airbus Helicopters chief targets 120 H145-class light twins this year, aiming to double output

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Arkia signs dry-lease deal with AerCap for first two A321-200s Arkia Israeli Airlines has signed a dry-lease agreement with AerCap to add two Airbus A321-200s, its first units of the type. The move brings incremental narrowbody capacity via leasing, supported by AerCap’s aircraft placement into an operator’s near-term fleet plan.

2026-06-19T05:41:04.855803-07:00

Arkia signs dry-lease deal with AerCap for first two A321-200s

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De Havilland delivers first Twin Otter Classic 300‑G to Ethiopian Airlines for remote regional connectivity De Havilland Canada has delivered the first of two Twin Otter Classic 300‑G (DHC‑6‑300‑G) aircraft to Ethiopian Airlines, with a second airframe expected to follow. The new turboprop capacity is positioned to deepen coverage of Ethiopia’s and Africa’s more remote regional routes.

2026-06-19T05:38:51.622348-07:00

De Havilland delivers first Twin Otter Classic 300‑G to Ethiopian Airlines for remote regional connectivity

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Qantas Project Sunrise locks in October 2027 launch—A350-1000ULR cabin reveals include a revised 33-inch legroom promise As Qantas’ Project Sunrise nears launch, the carrier has unveiled its first custom Airbus A350-1000ULR for Sydney–London, targeting an October 2027 debut. New seat maps and first-class detailing shift the airline’s earlier 33-inch legroom pledge, adding extra-legroom seats instead.

2026-06-19T04:15:27.277449-07:00

Qantas Project Sunrise locks in October 2027 launch—A350-1000ULR cabin reveals include a revised 33-inch legroom promise

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COMAC begins taxi tests of C919-600 high-altitude variant for plateau airport operations

Qantas Project Sunrise locks in October 2027 launch—A350-1000ULR cabin reveals include a revised 33-inch legroom promise

De Havilland delivers first Twin Otter Classic 300‑G to Ethiopian Airlines for remote regional connectivity

Boeing’s 737 MAX 10 nears certification, with new fuel-efficiency data aimed at pressuring Airbus A321neo pricing

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