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Jet engines repurposed as generators for AI data centres squeeze engine MRO market

Data-centre operators are deploying aero-derived jet engines as on-site electrical generators because local utilities cannot scale capacity quickly enough, diverting serviceable cores away from commercial fleets. The shift is reducing available engines and components and creating a disruptive demand shock for engine MRO providers.

2026-02-16T13:32:58.292395-08:00

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Satys completes strategic refocus on aviation and expands Toulouse painting capacity

2026-02-16T08:59:38.538104-08:00

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FL Technics completes Job Air Technic acquisition, boosting European MRO footprint

2026-02-16T06:34:46.770657-08:00

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SunExpress 737-800 left main landing gear collapses during taxi at Antalya; aircraft rolled onto left engine, ~175 evacuated

2026-02-14T02:15:36.364712-08:00

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Jet engines repurposed as generators for AI data centres squeeze engine MRO market Data-centre operators are deploying aero-derived jet engines as on-site electrical generators because local utilities cannot scale capacity quickly enough, diverting serviceable cores away from commercial fleets. The shift is reducing available engines and components and creating a disruptive demand shock for engine MRO providers.

2026-02-16T13:32:58.292395-08:00

Jet engines repurposed as generators for AI data centres squeeze engine MRO market

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Satys completes strategic refocus on aviation and expands Toulouse painting capacity Satys has completed a strategic realignment, exiting cable, cabin and rail businesses to concentrate entirely on aerospace services, recovering pre‑COVID profitability and targeting growth across six markets. The Toulouse‑based group bought four Sabena Technics paint sites—bringing its Toulouse painting footprint to 10 facilities, including four widebody hangars.

2026-02-16T08:59:38.538104-08:00

Satys completes strategic refocus on aviation and expands Toulouse painting capacity

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FL Technics completes Job Air Technic acquisition, boosting European MRO footprint FL Technics, the global MRO provider and Avia Solutions Group subsidiary, has completed its acquisition of Job Air Technic. The deal expands FL Technics' footprint in Europe, consolidating third‑party maintenance capabilities and broadening service coverage across the region. It positions the group to better serve airlines and independent customers.

2026-02-16T06:34:46.770657-08:00

FL Technics completes Job Air Technic acquisition, boosting European MRO footprint

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SPAES wins EASA CS-25 approval for avionics modifications, expanding Part 21J design privileges EASA has granted SPAES CS-25 approval for avionics modifications, adding to the company's Part 21J independent design organization privileges. The authorization lets SPAES design and certify avionics changes for CS-25 aircraft under its own DOA privileges, broadening its certified modification scope.

2026-02-16T06:15:12.595967-08:00

SPAES wins EASA CS-25 approval for avionics modifications, expanding Part 21J design privileges

FlightGlobal

UK begins reversion work on long-delayed CH-47 Chinook HC3s as MoD procurement comes under fire Qinetiq has begun reversion work on the first two of eight long-delayed Boeing CH-47 Chinook HC3 transport helicopters for the UK Royal Air Force, carrying out modifications at Boscombe Down under a Boeing subcontract. A fresh report again criticises the Ministry of Defence's flawed procurement.

2026-02-15T15:12:32.067138-08:00

UK begins reversion work on long-delayed CH-47 Chinook HC3s as MoD procurement comes under fire

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Deutsche Aircraft bets D328eco sales on a "seamless, end-to-end" lifecycle offering Deutsche Aircraft is positioning its in-development D328eco turboprop not on hardware alone but on a “seamless, end-to-end” customer experience that spans the aircraft’s entire lifecycle. The approach bundles support, avionics integration and long-term services as a commercial differentiator versus other regional OEMs.

2026-02-14T05:44:14.454070-08:00

Deutsche Aircraft bets D328eco sales on a "seamless, end-to-end" lifecycle offering

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SunExpress 737-800 left main landing gear collapses during taxi at Antalya; aircraft rolled onto left engine, ~175 evacuated A SunExpress Boeing 737-800 (flight XQ7646) suffered a left main landing gear collapse while taxiing at Antalya on 13 February, the strut bending rearward and the airframe rolling onto the left engine. About 175 passengers were evacuated; extent of damage is under assessment.

2026-02-14T02:15:36.364712-08:00

SunExpress 737-800 left main landing gear collapses during taxi at Antalya; aircraft rolled onto left engine, ~175 evacuated

Flying Magazine

Inside the 309th AMARG: How the U.S. Air Force Stores, Reclaims and Regenerates Aircraft The 309th Aerospace Maintenance and Regeneration Group (AMARG) is a vital U.S. Air Force facility that stores, reclaims and regenerates aircraft, combining preservation, parts reclamation and regeneration workflows to support readiness, spare‑parts supply and rapid platform reconstitution — far more than a 'boneyard'.

2026-02-13T05:05:31.929892-08:00

Inside the 309th AMARG: How the U.S. Air Force Stores, Reclaims and Regenerates Aircraft

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Jet engines repurposed as generators for AI data centres squeeze engine MRO market

Satys completes strategic refocus on aviation and expands Toulouse painting capacity

FL Technics completes Job Air Technic acquisition, boosting European MRO footprint

SunExpress 737-800 left main landing gear collapses during taxi at Antalya; aircraft rolled onto left engine, ~175 evacuated

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