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Gogo’s SD Government wins $7.5M NOAA contract for hurricane-hunter fleet satcom, cybersecurity, and cockpit datalink software

Gogo Division SD Government has secured a multi-year $7.5 million contract from the U.S. NOAA to provide mission-critical communications services for the Lockheed WP-3D “hurricane hunter” aircraft. The award covers satellite communications, cybersecurity, and cockpit datalink software for extreme-weather operations.

2026-06-04T14:25:53.446331-07:00

The Air Current

Boeing explores hiking 737 production beyond the peak 63-jets/month level disclosed publicly

2026-06-04T12:26:31.297762-07:00

Associated Press

American Airlines suspends select August–September summer routes over higher jet-fuel costs tied to the Iran conflict

2026-06-04T08:57:34.784601-07:00

Reuters

Qantas in talks for ~20 wide-body jets from Airbus or Boeing, signaling next long-haul fleet decision point

2026-06-04T10:56:14.900468-07:00

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Airbus delivers 81 jets in May, up 59% year on year

2026-06-05T00:13:34.421622-07:00

Airbus delivers 81 jets in May

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Gogo’s SD Government wins $7.5M NOAA contract for hurricane-hunter fleet satcom, cybersecurity, and cockpit datalink software Gogo Division SD Government has secured a multi-year $7.5 million contract from the U.S. NOAA to provide mission-critical communications services for the Lockheed WP-3D “hurricane hunter” aircraft. The award covers satellite communications, cybersecurity, and cockpit datalink software for extreme-weather operations.

2026-06-04T14:25:53.446331-07:00

Gogo’s SD Government wins $7.5M NOAA contract for hurricane-hunter fleet satcom, cybersecurity, and cockpit datalink software

The Air Current

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Boeing explores hiking 737 production beyond the peak 63-jets/month level disclosed publicly Boeing is considering increasing 737-family output to levels close to (or beyond) its publicly disclosed peak of 63 jets per month, a step that would pressure the company’s shared supply chain and test airlines’ ability to absorb record delivery volumes.

2026-06-04T12:26:31.297762-07:00

Boeing explores hiking 737 production beyond the peak 63-jets/month level disclosed publicly

Reuters

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Qantas in talks for ~20 wide-body jets from Airbus or Boeing, signaling next long-haul fleet decision point Qantas is reportedly in talks with aircraft makers about a possible order for around 20 wide-body aircraft, with options including either Airbus or Boeing widebodies, according to industry sources. The discussions point to a near-term procurement decision shaping Qantas’ long-haul capacity and aircraft mix.

2026-06-04T10:56:14.900468-07:00

Qantas in talks for ~20 wide-body jets from Airbus or Boeing, signaling next long-haul fleet decision point

Associated Press

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American Airlines suspends select August–September summer routes over higher jet-fuel costs tied to the Iran conflict American Airlines will temporarily suspend multiple summer routes in August and September, citing elevated jet-fuel expenses since the start of the Iran war. The carrier says no routes are being cut permanently and is offering affected passengers rebooking options or refunds.

2026-06-04T08:57:34.784601-07:00

American Airlines suspends select August–September summer routes over higher jet-fuel costs tied to the Iran conflict

Reuters

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Airbus delivers 81 aircraft in May as China regulatory stand-off eases Airbus handed over 81 jets in May, a sharp year-on-year increase, industry sources say. The month’s jump was partly attributed to the release of aircraft that had been stuck in a China-related regulatory stand-off, easing delivery paperwork friction after earlier delays.

2026-06-04T06:57:39.527045-07:00

Airbus delivers 81 aircraft in May as China regulatory stand-off eases

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Belgium’s FLYINGGROUP targets 20–30-aircraft expansion Belgian aviation services group FLYINGGROUP says it is looking to add 20 to 30 aircraft as part of its expansion plan, signaling a near-term push to grow its commercial and business aviation footprint. The move underscores continued demand for capacity in the broader charter and operator ecosystem.

2026-06-04T04:58:14.413143-07:00

Belgium’s FLYINGGROUP targets 20–30-aircraft expansion

Reuters

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Singapore Airlines weighs 50+ widebody order between Airbus A350-1000 and Boeing 777X Singapore Airlines is reported to be in talks with both Airbus and Boeing for a major long-haul fleet renewal package covering at least 50 of their largest widebodies—either Airbus A350-1000s or Boeing 777Xs—according to industry sources. The discussions are framed as supporting the carrier’s next phase of growth from next decade.

2026-06-04T03:56:32.352502-07:00

Singapore Airlines weighs 50+ widebody order between Airbus A350-1000 and Boeing 777X

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Gogo’s SD Government wins $7.5M NOAA contract for hurricane-hunter fleet satcom, cybersecurity, and cockpit datalink software

Boeing explores hiking 737 production beyond the peak 63-jets/month level disclosed publicly

American Airlines suspends select August–September summer routes over higher jet-fuel costs tied to the Iran conflict

Qantas in talks for ~20 wide-body jets from Airbus or Boeing, signaling next long-haul fleet decision point

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