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Rolls-Royce targets a 787 engine rebound as airlines weigh Trent 1000 fixes vs GEnx performance

Rolls-Royce says it has secured additional orders for the long-troubled Trent 1000 that powers Boeing 787s, framing a recovery after overhaul. A separate analysis attributes airline switching decisions to the tradeoff between GEnx strengths and Trent 1000 weakness, including durability-driven risk calculus.

2026-06-03T02:46:51.549743-07:00

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ExecuJet expands Falcon 7X heavy maintenance capability in Sydney ahead of Oct 2026 C-checks

2026-06-03T02:43:27.805888-07:00

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Emirates takes delivery of first IAI-converted Boeing 777-300ERSF freighter

2026-06-02T23:42:59.855944-07:00

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StandardAero CEO Russell Ford to retire after 13-year tenure; board appoints Paul McElhinney as successor

2026-06-02T05:12:11.915911-07:00

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ABC International expands “full package” aircraft interior modification offering with growth focus on Central Asia and South Ame ABC International says it is moving from standalone interior work to a “full package” approach for airlines, positioning its capabilities as end-to-end cabin modification support. The company also reports particularly strong growth opportunities in Central Asia and South America, signaling demand for faster, more integrated interior refresh programs.

2026-06-03T09:26:14.523770-07:00

ABC International expands “full package” aircraft interior modification offering with growth focus on Central Asia and South Ame

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Rolls-Royce targets a 787 engine rebound as airlines weigh Trent 1000 fixes vs GEnx performance Rolls-Royce says it has secured additional orders for the long-troubled Trent 1000 that powers Boeing 787s, framing a recovery after overhaul. A separate analysis attributes airline switching decisions to the tradeoff between GEnx strengths and Trent 1000 weakness, including durability-driven risk calculus.

2026-06-03T02:46:51.549743-07:00

Rolls-Royce targets a 787 engine rebound as airlines weigh Trent 1000 fixes vs GEnx performance

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ExecuJet expands Falcon 7X heavy maintenance capability in Sydney ahead of Oct 2026 C-checks ExecuJet MRO Services Australasia is investing in its Sydney Airport facility to expand Dassault Falcon maintenance capability, adding specialist tooling, training, and technical resources. The work is designed to prepare the site to support upcoming Falcon 7X heavy maintenance, including C-checks starting October 2026.

2026-06-03T02:43:27.805888-07:00

ExecuJet expands Falcon 7X heavy maintenance capability in Sydney ahead of Oct 2026 C-checks

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Emirates takes delivery of first IAI-converted Boeing 777-300ERSF freighter Emirates SkyCargo has received its first Boeing 777-300ER converted to the 777-300ERSF freighter standard by Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI), marking a key step in the airline’s long-term cargo expansion plan. Emirates has committed to converting six additional 777-300ERs, bringing its total converted freighter order to ten units.

2026-06-02T23:42:59.855944-07:00

Emirates takes delivery of first IAI-converted Boeing 777-300ERSF freighter

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SITA acquires Big Blue Analytics to scale AI-enabled disruption recovery for airlines SITA has acquired Big Blue Analytics, the developer behind OCC Assistant Manager (OCCam), an AI-enabled platform aimed at helping airlines recover from operational disruptions faster and at lower cost. The deal positions SITA to expand automated recovery capabilities across airline operations.

2026-06-02T05:58:05.437147-07:00

SITA acquires Big Blue Analytics to scale AI-enabled disruption recovery for airlines

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StandardAero CEO Russell Ford to retire after 13-year tenure; board appoints Paul McElhinney as successor StandardAero says CEO Russell Ford will retire after 13 years leading the aerospace engine aftermarket services provider, while remaining executive chairman through year-end. The board has appointed Paul McElhinney as the company’s next CEO, formalizing a leadership succession plan after Ford’s decision to step down.

2026-06-02T05:12:11.915911-07:00

StandardAero CEO Russell Ford to retire after 13-year tenure; board appoints Paul McElhinney as successor

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GE expands engine MRO footprint and tightens supply chain to cut turnaround times GE says it is expanding its engine MRO capacity and improving parts and logistics flows to reduce engine turnaround times for operators. The move targets reliability of maintenance planning amid ongoing aftermarket pressure and variability in parts availability and shop throughput.

2026-06-02T00:25:58.061984-07:00

GE expands engine MRO footprint and tightens supply chain to cut turnaround times

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Lockheed Martin invests US$6.9M to overhaul Air Inuit’s B737-800(C) engines in Canada Lockheed Martin says it has invested CAD 9.5 million (US$6.9 million) to overhaul the engines on Air Inuit’s B737-800(C) fleet based in Kuujjuaq. The work supports the operator’s in-service aircraft availability through a targeted propulsion refresh program in Canada.

2026-06-01T11:11:25.228469-07:00

Lockheed Martin invests US$6.9M to overhaul Air Inuit’s B737-800(C) engines in Canada

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Rolls-Royce targets a 787 engine rebound as airlines weigh Trent 1000 fixes vs GEnx performance

ExecuJet expands Falcon 7X heavy maintenance capability in Sydney ahead of Oct 2026 C-checks

Emirates takes delivery of first IAI-converted Boeing 777-300ERSF freighter

StandardAero CEO Russell Ford to retire after 13-year tenure; board appoints Paul McElhinney as successor

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