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American Airlines’ OneCabin Push Targets Cabin Failures as Service Overhaul Broadens

American Airlines is adding more than 60 technicians and dedicated repair teams at six hubs to address broken seats, failed entertainment systems, cleanliness and other cabin defects. The airline is also restoring seatback screens, correcting an upgrade-system glitch and emphasizing flight-attendant de-escalation and resilience as it works to improve service.

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Aeroflot halts engine MRO plant project after investing RUB2.7 billion

Aeroflot has reportedly stopped construction of an aircraft engine repair plant after investing about RUB2.7 billion ($32 million) in the project. The decision highlights a setback for Russia’s effort to expand domestic engine maintenance capacity and could affect the airline’s long-term support strategy for its fleet.

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Japan Airlines deploys aircraft-washing robot at Narita, cutting cleaning time 40%

Japan Airlines has introduced a remotely operated Aerowash AW3 aircraft-cleaning system at Tokyo Narita, aiming to improve washing efficiency and reduce water consumption. Following a training program, the system is expected to enter regular service in 2026, with reported washing-time savings of 40%.

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Lockheed Martin pitches Peru a $1.8 billion industrial package tied to 12 F-16 Block 70s

Lockheed Martin has presented Peru with a $1.8 billion industrial and social package linked to its proposed acquisition of 12 F-16C/D Block 70 fighters. The plan includes local aerospace participation, technology transfer, MRO expansion, maintenance training, drone assembly and workforce-development initiatives, with first deliveries expected in 2030.

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Air New Zealand posts NZ$242 million loss as fuel costs and engine groundings weigh

Air New Zealand reported a NZ$336 million pre-tax loss and NZ$242 million after-tax loss for the year ended June, its first loss since 2022. The carrier cited higher fuel and aviation-system costs, engine-related disruption and a peak maintenance year, while saying reliability is improving as aircraft return to service.

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Fujitsu and General Atomics to explore MQ-9B MRO ahead of Japan’s 2027 operations

Fujitsu and General Atomics will examine maintenance, repair and overhaul opportunities for uncrewed aircraft as Japan’s Maritime Self-Defense Force prepares to begin operating the MQ-9B in 2027. The initiative could establish local sustainment capabilities for the platform before its entry into Japanese service.

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Melrose says GKN Aerospace will resume full Garden Grove production by Sept. 28 after chemical incident

Melrose Industries shares rose after GKN Aerospace said it is targeting Sept. 28 for full production to resume at its Garden Grove, California, facility following a May chemical-tank incident. The company expects related damage claims to reach $100 million, while strong first-half results underscore the disruption’s financial significance.

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Korean Air Builds MRO Capacity as Asiana Integration Reshapes South Korea’s Airline Market

Korean Air is expanding its maintenance, repair and overhaul capabilities and pursuing third-party work as it nears completion of its Asiana Airlines integration. Separately, Jin Air, Air Busan and Air Seoul are merging to create South Korea’s largest low-cost carrier, consolidating the country’s airline sector.