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Small aircraft crash damages Beijing’s CITIC Tower after apparent collision

A light aircraft reportedly crashed into the upper portion of Beijing’s 528-meter CITIC Tower in the central business district, damaging the building’s top section and triggering a major emergency response and area closures. Social media images and videos show debris at the base and possible impact-related damage, but authorities had not released key details on crew or passengers.

2026-06-26T07:26:24.183861-07:00

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China Eastern commits to 25 Airbus A330neo widebodies for 2029–2033 deliveries

2026-06-26T03:41:00.171311-07:00

Reuters

Airbus and Kawasaki to study Japanese ASW/MPA Eurodrone derivative using 950 MALE platform

2026-06-26T01:12:42.724245-07:00

The Aviationist

U.S. B-2 Spirit stealth bombers integrate with RAAF F-35s in Exercise Diamond Storm to sharpen Indo-Pacific air warfare training

2026-06-26T04:26:45.621361-07:00

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Small aircraft crash damages Beijing’s CITIC Tower after apparent collision A light aircraft reportedly crashed into the upper portion of Beijing’s 528-meter CITIC Tower in the central business district, damaging the building’s top section and triggering a major emergency response and area closures. Social media images and videos show debris at the base and possible impact-related damage, but authorities had not released key details on crew or passengers.

2026-06-26T07:26:24.183861-07:00

Small aircraft crash damages Beijing’s CITIC Tower after apparent collision

The Aviationist

U.S. B-2 Spirit stealth bombers integrate with RAAF F-35s in Exercise Diamond Storm to sharpen Indo-Pacific air warfare training The U.S. Air Force deployed a B-2A Spirit stealth bomber to Australia for Exercise Diamond Storm, hosted at RAAF Base Amberley. The bomber operated alongside RAAF F-35 Lightning II aircraft and the 393rd Expeditionary Bomb Squadron, supporting air-to-air, ground refueling, security, and logistics as Air Warfare Instructor Course candidates practiced advanced air effects integration.

2026-06-26T04:26:45.621361-07:00

U.S. B-2 Spirit stealth bombers integrate with RAAF F-35s in Exercise Diamond Storm to sharpen Indo-Pacific air warfare training

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China Eastern commits to 25 Airbus A330neo widebodies for 2029–2033 deliveries China Eastern has agreed to purchase 25 Airbus A330neo aircraft directly from Airbus, with deliveries planned in batches from 2029 through 2033. The order is positioned as fleet replacement for older widebodies, extending Airbus’s momentum in China’s widebody market.

2026-06-26T03:41:00.171311-07:00

China Eastern commits to 25 Airbus A330neo widebodies for 2029–2033 deliveries

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Airbus and Kawasaki to study Japanese ASW/MPA Eurodrone derivative using 950 MALE platform Airbus and Kawasaki Heavy Industries have signed an MoU to explore a Japan-focused variant of the U950 Eurodrone for maritime surveillance and anti-submarine warfare. The work is positioned as a long-range unmanned complement to Japan’s Kawasaki P-1 fleet, using Japanese-observed requirements for ASW/MPA operations.

2026-06-26T01:12:42.724245-07:00

Airbus and Kawasaki to study Japanese ASW/MPA Eurodrone derivative using 950 MALE platform

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Akasa Air considers an IPO in 3–4 years as it scales capacity Akasa Air is weighing a potential IPO in roughly three to four years amid continued network and capacity expansion. The move signals how the airline is funding growth while navigating competitive pressure in India, including disruption-linked constraints affecting other carriers.

2026-06-26T01:07:49.697579-07:00

Akasa Air considers an IPO in 3–4 years as it scales capacity

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Japan renames Air Self-Defense Force to add “space,” with changeover set for 2027 Japan’s parliament has enacted legislation to reorganize and rename the Air Self-Defense Force, formally adding “space” to its official name. The new designation is scheduled to take effect in 2027 as Tokyo seeks to strengthen space-defense capabilities amid a shifting security environment.

2026-06-26T00:27:44.732849-07:00

Japan renames Air Self-Defense Force to add “space,” with changeover set for 2027

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Vietnam Airlines plans divestment of Pacific Airlines, signaling a restructuring of its domestic affiliate Vietnam Airlines is planning to divest Pacific Airlines, a move that would reshape its domestic market footprint and clarify how management intends to pursue network and fleet priorities. The decision sits alongside ongoing Vietnam Airlines financing and network planning developments reported elsewhere.

2026-06-25T23:40:50.040055-07:00

Vietnam Airlines plans divestment of Pacific Airlines, signaling a restructuring of its domestic affiliate

Space.com

Rocket Lab launches “Ten Owl of Ten” Electron mission from New Zealand for Synspective imaging constellation Rocket Lab is set to launch its “Ten Owl of Ten” mission from New Zealand on June 26, adding to Japan-based Synspective’s Earth-imaging constellation. The flight underscores the company’s ongoing cadence of dedicated Electron missions supporting constellation growth for space imaging customers.

2026-06-25T22:17:01.079479-07:00

Rocket Lab launches “Ten Owl of Ten” Electron mission from New Zealand for Synspective imaging constellation

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Small aircraft crash damages Beijing’s CITIC Tower after apparent collision

China Eastern commits to 25 Airbus A330neo widebodies for 2029–2033 deliveries

Airbus and Kawasaki to study Japanese ASW/MPA Eurodrone derivative using 950 MALE platform

U.S. B-2 Spirit stealth bombers integrate with RAAF F-35s in Exercise Diamond Storm to sharpen Indo-Pacific air warfare training

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