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Singapore to host world's first airport test site for CFM/Airbus RISE open‑fan demonstrator

Singapore will develop the world’s first airport test site to trial technologies from CFM International’s RISE open‑rotor engine demonstrator, under an agreement with the propulsion JV and Airbus. The facility will provide an operational environment for validating open‑fan technologies ahead of further demonstrator milestones.

2026-02-01T18:42:43.633890-08:00

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ST Engineering unveils DrN-600 VTOL medium‑lift cargo UAV with 100 kg payload

2026-02-01T18:42:43.633870-08:00

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Zhuhai Airlines raises capital to $350m

2026-02-01T18:13:05.967845-08:00

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China Southern Air Holding raises stake in Sinotrans to ~12%

2026-02-01T16:47:38.899201-08:00

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Airbus uncrewed aerial systems make Singapore Airshow debut Airbus brought three uncrewed aerial systems — Flexrotor, Sirtap and Aliaca — to the Singapore Airshow, displaying them alongside conventional crewed platforms. The appearance highlights Airbus’s expanded UAS portfolio and provides a live forum for operators and defence customers to assess mission fit and integration.

2026-02-01T20:07:29.778043-08:00

Airbus uncrewed aerial systems make Singapore Airshow debut

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Singapore to host world's first airport test site for CFM/Airbus RISE open‑fan demonstrator Singapore will develop the world’s first airport test site to trial technologies from CFM International’s RISE open‑rotor engine demonstrator, under an agreement with the propulsion JV and Airbus. The facility will provide an operational environment for validating open‑fan technologies ahead of further demonstrator milestones.

2026-02-01T18:42:43.633890-08:00

Singapore to host world's first airport test site for CFM/Airbus RISE open‑fan demonstrator

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ST Engineering unveils DrN-600 VTOL medium‑lift cargo UAV with 100 kg payload Singapore‑based ST Engineering unveiled the DrN‑600, a vertical‑takeoff medium‑lift unmanned aircraft designed for commercial cargo delivery and military logistics. The platform is rated for a roughly 100 kg payload and targets middle‑mile and tactical resupply missions, expanding options in the cargo‑UAS market.

2026-02-01T18:42:43.633870-08:00

ST Engineering unveils DrN-600 VTOL medium‑lift cargo UAV with 100 kg payload

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Zhuhai Airlines raises capital to $350m Zhuhai Airlines has increased its registered capital to $350 million, the carrier said in a corporate filing. The equity boost materially expands the airline’s financial base at a time of ongoing market activity in China’s domestic and regional aviation sector.

2026-02-01T18:13:05.967845-08:00

Zhuhai Airlines raises capital to $350m

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China Southern Air Holding raises stake in Sinotrans to ~12% China Southern Air Holding increased its stake in logistics firm Sinotrans to roughly 12% on Jan. 22, 2026, the carrier’s parent disclosed. The move modestly raises the airline group's ownership in a major Chinese freight and logistics operator, underscoring closer airline–logistics alignment.

2026-02-01T16:47:38.899201-08:00

China Southern Air Holding raises stake in Sinotrans to ~12%

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K-Aviation launches business-jet operations in South Korea K-Aviation has launched business-jet operations in South Korea, establishing a new provider in the country’s business aviation market. ch-aviation reports the company has begun commercial business-jet services; further operational, fleet and route details were provided in the announcement. The move marks a notable entry into Korea's private air transport sector.

2026-02-01T16:03:42.645261-08:00

K-Aviation launches business-jet operations in South Korea

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Honeywell showcases autonomous flight and counter‑drone systems at Singapore Airshow, targets Asia‑Pacific defense market Honeywell used the Singapore Airshow to showcase autonomous flight technologies and integrated counter‑drone systems as part of a push into the Asia‑Pacific defense market. The demonstrations highlighted autonomy, sensor fusion and detection‑to‑mitigation capability aimed at regional military and security customers.

2026-02-01T09:17:37.564583-08:00

Honeywell showcases autonomous flight and counter‑drone systems at Singapore Airshow, targets Asia‑Pacific defense market

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RSAF to pair AH‑64D Apache with F‑16C in 17‑manoeuvre combined display at Singapore Airshow The Republic of Singapore Air Force will perform a technically demanding 17‑manoeuvre combined aerial display pairing a Boeing AH‑64D Apache attack helicopter with a Lockheed Martin F‑16C fighter at this year’s Singapore Airshow. The routine will showcase close‑formation, coordinated manoeuvres between rotary‑ and fixed‑wing combat aircraft.

2026-02-01T02:08:38.247073-08:00

RSAF to pair AH‑64D Apache with F‑16C in 17‑manoeuvre combined display at Singapore Airshow

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Singapore to host world's first airport test site for CFM/Airbus RISE open‑fan demonstrator

ST Engineering unveils DrN-600 VTOL medium‑lift cargo UAV with 100 kg payload

Zhuhai Airlines raises capital to $350m

China Southern Air Holding raises stake in Sinotrans to ~12%

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