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Boeing Secures NGAD F-47 Fighter Contract Amidst Industry Competition

Boeing has been awarded a pivotal $20 billion contract to develop the F-47 sixth-generation fighter for the USAF, a strategic win that pushes it ahead of Lockheed Martin. This marks Boeing's first major fighter contract since 1997 and positions the firm as a key player in future defense procurement.

2025-03-21T08:33:41.196178-07:00

Reuters

Malaysia Aviation Group Confirms Order for Up to 60 Boeing 737 MAX Aircraft

2025-03-20T22:43:34.702787-07:00

CNN

NASA Astronauts Return After Nine-Month ISS Stay

2025-03-18T12:43:19.513898-07:00

Reuters

JAL Expands Fleet with 17 Boeing 737 MAX 8 and 11 Airbus A321neos

2025-03-19T00:17:37.284201-07:00

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Stockholm's Boeing 747 Jumbo Stay Faces Scrapping After Bankruptcy Jumbo Stay, an aviation-themed hotel situated in a Boeing 747 at Stockholm Arlanda Airport, is at risk of being dismantled as its owner has declared bankruptcy. The 33-room hotel has ceased operations, threatening the iconic aircraft's presence at the airport.

2025-03-24T08:13:47.381477-07:00

Stockholm's Boeing 747 Jumbo Stay Faces Scrapping After Bankruptcy

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Australia's MQ-28 Ghost Bat Advances as Future Proving Platform The MQ-28 Ghost Bat, previously known as the Loyal Wingman, has proven its adherence to tight development timelines. Initially projected for a 2020 debut, it successfully achieved its first flight milestone in February 2021, marking a significant step in Australia's aerospace advancements.

2025-03-24T03:48:46.811972-07:00

Australia's MQ-28 Ghost Bat Advances as Future Proving Platform

Reuters

Airbus and Boeing Ramp Up Jet Output with Advanced Materials Airbus and Boeing are set to significantly increase production to 100 jets per month, focusing on using lightweight plastic components and robotic assembly to meet future demand and efficiency goals.

2025-03-24T02:45:46.471454-07:00

Airbus and Boeing Ramp Up Jet Output with Advanced Materials

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Boeing Wins Contract for USAF's F-47, Shifts from Fixed-Price Deals Boeing secures a major contract for the US Air Force's F-47, marking a strategic pivot from fixed-price contracts that have financially burdened the company. This win represents a critical step for Boeing in recovering its competitive position since its previous challenges.

2025-03-23T23:07:00.989084-07:00

Boeing Wins Contract for USAF's F-47, Shifts from Fixed-Price Deals

Hindustan Times

Boeing Cuts 180 Jobs in Bengaluru Amid Global Workforce Reduction Boeing has laid off 180 employees from its Engineering Technology Center in Bengaluru, part of a strategic global workforce cut. Despite this reduction, Boeing assures its commitment to maintaining high standards in customer service, safety, and operational quality.

2025-03-23T13:32:36.427553-07:00

Boeing Cuts 180 Jobs in Bengaluru Amid Global Workforce Reduction

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Lockheed Martin Loses NGAD Contract to Boeing, Reaffirms Air Superiority Commitment Lockheed Martin, after not being selected for the U.S. Air Force's NGAD program, emphasized its continued drive to advance air superiority technologies. Despite the setback, Lockheed Martin remains dedicated to developing critical technologies to meet and outpace emerging threats.

2025-03-23T12:56:05.052230-07:00

Lockheed Martin Loses NGAD Contract to Boeing, Reaffirms Air Superiority Commitment

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United Airlines Flight Diverts Over Passport Error by Pilot A United Airlines flight from Los Angeles to Shanghai was diverted to San Francisco after a pilot realized he forgot his passport. This incident, part of a recurring series, highlights potential security and operational concerns for international flights.

2025-03-23T11:35:42.819922-07:00

United Airlines Flight Diverts Over Passport Error by Pilot

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Sierra Nevada Expands in Australia Supporting AUKUS-Related Programs Sierra Nevada establishes a new subsidiary in Adelaide, bolstering Australian defense capabilities with support for Boeing P-8 and Northrop Grumman MQ-4C. This move aligns with AUKUS optimism and includes efforts to enhance domestic defense tech production.

2025-03-23T10:59:49.538959-07:00

Sierra Nevada Expands in Australia Supporting AUKUS-Related Programs

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