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Avionics supply‑chain breakdowns threaten production, MRO and Boeing ramp‑up

Global avionics supply‑chain breakdowns are escalating into production and MRO crises, constraining parts flow, delaying repairs and threatening aircraft availability across fleets. At Boeing, the commercial production ramp‑up will push suppliers into their most difficult phase yet, risking further throughput and delivery slippages.

2026-02-19T09:16:24.549595-08:00

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American confirms CFM LEAP‑1A for future A321neos as Pratt & Whitney faces scrutiny

2026-02-19T05:25:44.174964-08:00

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Lufthansa to retrofit 38 A320s with Geven seats, larger bins and USB‑A/C ports by 2029

2026-02-19T05:53:20.549532-08:00

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USAF: Boeing commercial‑tech upgrades to Pratt & Whitney F117 avert re‑engining of 222 C‑17s

2026-02-19T06:09:44.452692-08:00

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Avionics supply‑chain breakdowns threaten production, MRO and Boeing ramp‑up Global avionics supply‑chain breakdowns are escalating into production and MRO crises, constraining parts flow, delaying repairs and threatening aircraft availability across fleets. At Boeing, the commercial production ramp‑up will push suppliers into their most difficult phase yet, risking further throughput and delivery slippages.

2026-02-19T09:16:24.549595-08:00

Avionics supply‑chain breakdowns threaten production, MRO and Boeing ramp‑up

Aviation Today

USAF to award sole‑source contract to BAE to fix ALR‑56 radar‑warning receivers on F‑15, F‑16 and C‑130 The U.S. Air Force will award BAE Systems a sole‑source contract to address deficiency reports on the company’s ALR‑56 radar warning receivers installed on F‑15 and F‑16 fighters and C‑130 transports. The work is intended to correct reported functional and reliability faults and restore RWR performance.

2026-02-19T06:39:48.328317-08:00

USAF to award sole‑source contract to BAE to fix ALR‑56 radar‑warning receivers on F‑15, F‑16 and C‑130

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USAF: Boeing commercial‑tech upgrades to Pratt & Whitney F117 avert re‑engining of 222 C‑17s The U.S. Air Force says Boeing’s application of commercial technologies to upgrade Pratt & Whitney’s F117 engines will eliminate the need to re‑engine the service’s 222 C‑17 Globemaster III aircraft. The approach aims to deliver capability and sustainment improvements without a full engine replacement program.

2026-02-19T06:09:44.452692-08:00

USAF: Boeing commercial‑tech upgrades to Pratt & Whitney F117 avert re‑engining of 222 C‑17s

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Lufthansa to retrofit 38 A320s with Geven seats, larger bins and USB‑A/C ports by 2029 Lufthansa will retrofit 38 Airbus A320s with Geven seats, larger overhead bins and USB‑A/USB‑C power ports in a programme to be completed by 2029. The first retrofitted aircraft returned to service in February, and the upgrades aim to boost passenger comfort and carry‑on capacity.

2026-02-19T05:53:20.549532-08:00

Lufthansa to retrofit 38 A320s with Geven seats, larger bins and USB‑A/C ports by 2029

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American confirms CFM LEAP‑1A for future A321neos as Pratt & Whitney faces scrutiny American Airlines confirmed its future Airbus A321neo deliveries will be powered by CFM International’s LEAP‑1A engines, prioritizing proven reliability amid mounting scrutiny of Pratt & Whitney. The decision extends American’s existing LEAP commonality across in‑service A321neos, the A321XLR and its 737 MAX fleet.

2026-02-19T05:25:44.174964-08:00

American confirms CFM LEAP‑1A for future A321neos as Pratt & Whitney faces scrutiny

Vertical Mag

Airbus close to dropping 165‑hour H160 pitch‑rod replacement requirement after ditching Airbus Helicopters says it is "very close" to removing the mandatory 165‑flight‑hour replacement of H160 main‑rotor pitch‑rod end fittings after discussions with regulators in Europe and Brazil. The potential change follows the January H160 ditching and would ease the interim maintenance burden on operators.

2026-02-19T04:21:23.134902-08:00

Airbus close to dropping 165‑hour H160 pitch‑rod replacement requirement after ditching

Inflight Online

Valour: Over 50% of commercial aircraft lack passenger Wi‑Fi — a major retrofit market opens Valour Consultancy finds more than half of the global commercial airline fleet still lacks passenger Wi‑Fi, creating a substantial retrofit and supplier opportunity. Airlines face pressure to upgrade connectivity to meet passenger expectations, unlock ancillary revenue and secure satellite capacity.

2026-02-19T03:31:32.187375-08:00

Valour: Over 50% of commercial aircraft lack passenger Wi‑Fi — a major retrofit market opens

Aviation Week

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Embraer, Mahindra propose in‑India C-390 MRO to bolster IAF Medium Transport bid Embraer and the Mahindra Group say they will develop in‑country Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul capability for the C‑390 Millennium in India if the type is selected for the Indian Air Force's Medium Transport Aircraft competition. The proposal is pitched as a localization and long‑term sustainment offering to strengthen Embraer’s bid.

2026-02-19T03:01:00.634006-08:00

Embraer, Mahindra propose in‑India C-390 MRO to bolster IAF Medium Transport bid

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Avionics supply‑chain breakdowns threaten production, MRO and Boeing ramp‑up

American confirms CFM LEAP‑1A for future A321neos as Pratt & Whitney faces scrutiny

Lufthansa to retrofit 38 A320s with Geven seats, larger bins and USB‑A/C ports by 2029

USAF: Boeing commercial‑tech upgrades to Pratt & Whitney F117 avert re‑engining of 222 C‑17s

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