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Reuters • Sarah Young, Tim Hepher

Planemakers and engine makers spar over how future jet servicing profits are split

A new generation of aircraft is setting up a “once-in-a-lifetime” fight over how billions of dollars in future aviation revenues will be allocated for maintenance and servicing. The dispute pits airframe makers against engine makers’ stake in lucrative service fees.

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2026-07-24T10:49:44.852219-07:00

rotorhub.com

Midwest Blade Tech confirms merger with Rotorcraft Repair & Manufacturing to expand rotor blade repair and support capabilities

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2026-07-24T03:50:02.777624-07:00

Reuters

Kenmore Air DHC-3T Otter crash near Sucia Island: 11 aboard rescued after fire

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2026-07-23T21:09:48.924140-07:00

The Economist

Farnborough: IndiGo deal highlights growing value of airplane-engine maintenance

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2026-07-23T08:36:59.957777-07:00

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Planemakers and engine makers spar over how future jet servicing profits are split A new generation of aircraft is setting up a “once-in-a-lifetime” fight over how billions of dollars in future aviation revenues will be allocated for maintenance and servicing. The dispute pits airframe makers against engine makers’ stake in lucrative service fees.

2026-07-24T10:49:44.852219-07:00

Planemakers and engine makers spar over how future jet servicing profits are split

rotorhub.com

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Midwest Blade Tech confirms merger with Rotorcraft Repair & Manufacturing to expand rotor blade repair and support capabilities Midwest Aerospace, Ltd announced the strategic merger of its newest subsidiary, Midwest Blade Tech, with Rotorcraft Repair & Manufacturing. The deal is positioned to strengthen rotor blade repair and ongoing support services, consolidating capabilities across the two rotorcraft maintenance and manufacturing-related operations.

2026-07-24T03:50:02.777624-07:00

Midwest Blade Tech confirms merger with Rotorcraft Repair & Manufacturing to expand rotor blade repair and support capabilities

Reuters

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Kenmore Air DHC-3T Otter crash near Sucia Island: 11 aboard rescued after fire A Kenmore Air DHC-3T amphibious seaplane (N709KA) crashed during an emergency landing on the shore of Sucia Island, in Shallow Bay, Washington State, on July 23, 2026. The aircraft caught fire, but all 11 passengers and the pilot were accounted for following a multi-agency rescue and air/boat transport to hospitals.

2026-07-23T21:09:48.924140-07:00

Kenmore Air DHC-3T Otter crash near Sucia Island: 11 aboard rescued after fire

The Economist

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Farnborough: IndiGo deal highlights growing value of airplane-engine maintenance At Farnborough International Airshow, IndiGo signed a deal underscoring how airplane-engine maintenance has become a major profit pool. The report frames this as a business-driven opportunity where engine/OEM and service suppliers are “earning big bucks” from maintenance volumes.

2026-07-23T08:36:59.957777-07:00

Farnborough: IndiGo deal highlights growing value of airplane-engine maintenance

FlightGlobal

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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

Vertical Mag

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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

FlightGlobal

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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

FlightGlobal

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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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