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Vietjet Thailand expands Boeing 737-8 fleet plan and builds U-Tapao MRO capability

Vietjet Thailand is scaling its Thailand presence with a government-backed plan to develop an MRO technical centre at U-Tapao airport and an expected expansion of its Boeing 737 MAX 8 fleet. The carrier also marked a milestone of 50 million passengers across its Vietnam–Thailand network with a next-generation 737-8 expansion programme.

2026-05-29T00:09:54.383581-07:00

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Deutsche Aircraft to pitch a future-ready D328eco multi-role platform at ILA Berlin, adding uncrewed systems and mission-configu

2026-05-28T08:22:03.458114-07:00

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Heli-One launches Sikorsky-authorized S-92 customer support center in Brazil

2026-05-28T05:49:27.920480-07:00

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Leonardo opens £315M Elstree Support Hub to expand UK helicopter MRO and sustainment capacity

2026-05-28T05:49:27.809451-07:00

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Vietjet Thailand expands Boeing 737-8 fleet plan and builds U-Tapao MRO capability Vietjet Thailand is scaling its Thailand presence with a government-backed plan to develop an MRO technical centre at U-Tapao airport and an expected expansion of its Boeing 737 MAX 8 fleet. The carrier also marked a milestone of 50 million passengers across its Vietnam–Thailand network with a next-generation 737-8 expansion programme.

2026-05-29T00:09:54.383581-07:00

Vietjet Thailand expands Boeing 737-8 fleet plan and builds U-Tapao MRO capability

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Deutsche Aircraft to pitch a future-ready D328eco multi-role platform at ILA Berlin, adding uncrewed systems and mission-configu Deutsche Aircraft will use ILA Berlin in June to present a multi-mission D328eco turboprop concept based on its civil-certified Dornier 328 platform. The company says the design can be configured for border patrol, maritime surveillance, medical evacuation and tactical transport, while expanding the fleet concept with integrated uncrewed systems to help ease regional supply-chain and MRO constraints.

2026-05-28T08:22:03.458114-07:00

Deutsche Aircraft to pitch a future-ready D328eco multi-role platform at ILA Berlin, adding uncrewed systems and mission-configu

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Heli-One launches Sikorsky-authorized S-92 customer support center in Brazil Heli-One has opened South America’s first Sikorsky-authorized S-92 Customer Support Center in Brazil, positioning the site to provide both scheduled and unscheduled maintenance for any S-92 aircraft operated in the region. The center is designed to expand localized sustainment capacity for the Sikorsky heavy helicopter fleet.

2026-05-28T05:49:27.920480-07:00

Heli-One launches Sikorsky-authorized S-92 customer support center in Brazil

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Leonardo opens £315M Elstree Support Hub to expand UK helicopter MRO and sustainment capacity Leonardo Helicopters has opened the £315 million Elstree Support Hub on the outskirts of London, adding a new UK maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) facility to bolster aftermarket support for rotary operators. The move strengthens Leonardo’s ability to deliver in-country sustainment as demand grows across its helicopter portfolio.

2026-05-28T05:49:27.809451-07:00

Leonardo opens £315M Elstree Support Hub to expand UK helicopter MRO and sustainment capacity

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Western Global Airlines restarts MD-11F after FAA clearance, adding freighter capacity as Boeing implements structural/pylon mod Western Global Airlines has returned one MD-11F freighter to active service following FAA clearance, with ADS-B confirming resumed operations. The restart comes as Boeing rolls out “pylon Western” changes for the type, following similar MD-11F return-to-service efforts across the market.

2026-05-27T14:40:40.757037-07:00

Western Global Airlines restarts MD-11F after FAA clearance, adding freighter capacity as Boeing implements structural/pylon mod

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Leonardo opens UK helicopter maintenance hub at Elstree Aerodrome Leonardo has opened a new helicopter maintenance facility at Elstree Aerodrome, positioning the site as a dedicated support hub to deepen its UK helicopter sustainment footprint. The move reinforces Leonardo’s broader investment push in UK rotorcraft capabilities.

2026-05-27T09:11:05.540352-07:00

Leonardo opens UK helicopter maintenance hub at Elstree Aerodrome

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GE Aerospace: no airline pullback on engine maintenance or parts orders despite higher fuel and softer departures GE Aerospace CEO Larry Culp said airlines have not reduced engine maintenance or parts ordering, even as fuel prices rise and flight departures soften. The comment points to continued strength in GE’s high-margin aftermarket business amid cost and demand volatility.

2026-05-27T08:57:04.259861-07:00

GE Aerospace: no airline pullback on engine maintenance or parts orders despite higher fuel and softer departures

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FAA STC clears Gogo LX5 multi-orbit satcom installs on Gulfstream GIV/G450/GV/G550 Gogo has received an FAA supplemental type certificate for installation of its Gogo LX5 multi-orbit communications system on Gulfstream GIV/G450/GV/G550 business jets. The certification supports LX5 retrofits across the manufacturer’s cabin-line variants, expanding certified in-flight connectivity availability for operators and completion centers.

2026-05-26T10:04:17.780097-07:00

FAA STC clears Gogo LX5 multi-orbit satcom installs on Gulfstream GIV/G450/GV/G550

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Vietjet Thailand expands Boeing 737-8 fleet plan and builds U-Tapao MRO capability

Deutsche Aircraft to pitch a future-ready D328eco multi-role platform at ILA Berlin, adding uncrewed systems and mission-configu

Heli-One launches Sikorsky-authorized S-92 customer support center in Brazil

Leonardo opens £315M Elstree Support Hub to expand UK helicopter MRO and sustainment capacity

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