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Honeywell highlights Europe aftermarket opportunity as passenger demand and aircraft utilization rise

Honeywell says Europe’s commercial aerospace sector is holding up despite a challenging operating backdrop: passenger demand is growing, aircraft are flying more often, and operators are focused on extracting greater value from in-service fleets—supporting demand for aftermarket services.

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2026-07-22T11:25:45.605773-07:00

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Turkish Airlines explores airline, cargo and MRO acquisitions across Asia and South America—while expanding CALC leasing partner

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2026-07-22T01:09:05.493728-07:00

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ITP Aero expands MRO footprint via new long-term engine contracts with Rolls-Royce and Pratt & Whitney

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2026-07-22T00:08:18.553677-07:00

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Alfor proposes rapid, lower-cost freight aircraft conversion concept

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2026-07-22T02:24:29.408956-07:00

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Honeywell highlights Europe aftermarket opportunity as passenger demand and aircraft utilization rise Honeywell says Europe’s commercial aerospace sector is holding up despite a challenging operating backdrop: passenger demand is growing, aircraft are flying more often, and operators are focused on extracting greater value from in-service fleets—supporting demand for aftermarket services.

2026-07-22T11:25:45.605773-07:00

Honeywell highlights Europe aftermarket opportunity as passenger demand and aircraft utilization rise

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Loft Dynamics and Indocopters deploy VR H125 simulator to expand helicopter pilot training in India Loft Dynamics is partnering with Indocopters, described as the Indian subcontinent’s largest specialist helicopter MRO, to roll out a VR H125 pilot simulator. Indocopters will use the VR training platform to extend its safety role from aircraft readiness to pilot readiness as Airbus H125 activity grows.

2026-07-22T05:25:58.364360-07:00

Loft Dynamics and Indocopters deploy VR H125 simulator to expand helicopter pilot training in India

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Alfor proposes rapid, lower-cost freight aircraft conversion concept Alfor says its new concept for converting passenger aircraft to freighters can be deployed in as little as three months. The company positions the approach as a way to cut freight conversion costs and extend the working life of aging aircraft—aimed at improving fleet economics and supply.

2026-07-22T02:24:29.408956-07:00

Alfor proposes rapid, lower-cost freight aircraft conversion concept

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Leonardo, Lockheed to explore C-130J MRO boost

2026-07-22T02:07:55.527001-07:00

Leonardo, Lockheed to explore

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Leonardo and Lockheed Martin pact aims to expand C-130J MRO support across Europe, the Middle East and North Africa Leonardo says it and Lockheed Martin have entered a pact to explore a boost in C-130J maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) activity. The agreement targets MRO support for the aircraft type across Europe, the Middle East and Northern Africa, positioning Italy as a potential hub for added work.

2026-07-22T02:07:55.527001-07:00

Leonardo and Lockheed Martin pact aims to expand C-130J MRO support across Europe, the Middle East and North Africa

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Turkish Airlines explores airline, cargo and MRO acquisitions across Asia and South America—while expanding CALC leasing partner Turkish Airlines is evaluating acquisition opportunities spanning airlines, cargo operators and maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) businesses to expand its international footprint, an executive said. Separately, it is deepening its strategic leasing collaboration with CALC, signaling a dual-track growth approach through deals and fleet financing.

2026-07-22T01:09:05.493728-07:00

Turkish Airlines explores airline, cargo and MRO acquisitions across Asia and South America—while expanding CALC leasing partner

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ITP Aero expands MRO footprint via new long-term engine contracts with Rolls-Royce and Pratt & Whitney Spanish engine specialist ITP Aero is further developing its maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) capabilities, supported by newly secured long-term contracts with Rolls-Royce and Pratt & Whitney. The agreements extend ITP Aero’s role in servicing mainstream powerplants and underline continued engine-support investment in Europe.

2026-07-22T00:08:18.553677-07:00

ITP Aero expands MRO footprint via new long-term engine contracts with Rolls-Royce and Pratt & Whitney

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Hainan Airlines Holding backs $3.7mn credit for HNA Technic Hainan Airlines Holding has agreed to back a $3.7mn credit facility for HNA Technic, supporting the maintenance provider’s financing needs. The move ties the airline group’s financial support directly to its broader aircraft sustainment ecosystem.

2026-07-21T16:08:50.417321-07:00

Hainan Airlines Holding backs $3.7mn credit for HNA Technic

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