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Rolls-Royce records first Boeing 787 Trent engine selection in nearly three years with March deal for eight aircraft

Rolls-Royce has secured a new engine selection for the Boeing 787 after nearly three years without fresh orders, with an engine order recorded in March 2026 covering eight aircraft. The win marks the first Trent-powered deal since mid-2023 and signals renewed momentum for the 787 propulsion line.

2026-04-22T01:34:41.551221-07:00

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Ethiopian Airlines commits for 11 Boeing 787-9s and 20 Boeing 737 MAX 8s, adding options for 15 more 787-9s and 21 more 737 MAX

2026-04-22T00:36:12.290257-07:00

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ABX Air to take delivery of its first Boeing 767-300F

2026-04-21T14:35:49.135860-07:00

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Northrop Grumman pushes back on F/A-XX schedule risk, arguing it can deliver a 6th-gen carrier fighter if selected

2026-04-21T09:40:31.841545-07:00

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DR Congo Air Force acquires ex–Mont Gabaon Boeing 737-500 The DR Congo Air Force has acquired an ex–Mont Gabaon Boeing 737-500, converting a previously civilian wide deployment asset into a military operator’s capability. The move highlights how secondary-market airframes are being repurposed to expand lift and utility options without new-build procurement.

2026-04-22T02:40:36.200923-07:00

DR Congo Air Force acquires ex–Mont Gabaon Boeing 737-500

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Rolls-Royce records first Boeing 787 Trent engine selection in nearly three years with March deal for eight aircraft Rolls-Royce has secured a new engine selection for the Boeing 787 after nearly three years without fresh orders, with an engine order recorded in March 2026 covering eight aircraft. The win marks the first Trent-powered deal since mid-2023 and signals renewed momentum for the 787 propulsion line.

2026-04-22T01:34:41.551221-07:00

Rolls-Royce records first Boeing 787 Trent engine selection in nearly three years with March deal for eight aircraft

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Ethiopian Airlines commits for 11 Boeing 787-9s and 20 Boeing 737 MAX 8s, adding options for 15 more 787-9s and 21 more 737 MAX Ethiopian Airlines has agreed to order 11 Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners and 20 Boeing 737 MAX 8s, with additional options for 15 and 21 aircraft, respectively. The commitment—announced during Dubai Airshow 2023—expands Ethiopian’s widebody and single-aisle growth pipeline.

2026-04-22T00:36:12.290257-07:00

Ethiopian Airlines commits for 11 Boeing 787-9s and 20 Boeing 737 MAX 8s, adding options for 15 more 787-9s and 21 more 737 MAX

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KC-46A Pegasus cleared for production, advancing Boeing-led tanker restart The KC-46A Pegasus tanker has received production clearance, a key step in moving the Boeing-led design from remaining development and problem resolution into series manufacturing. The milestone follows renewed scrutiny from U.S. Air Force leadership on KC-46 issues before additional orders are placed.

2026-04-21T17:37:18.731470-07:00

KC-46A Pegasus cleared for production, advancing Boeing-led tanker restart

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ABX Air to take delivery of its first Boeing 767-300F US cargo carrier ABX Air is set to add its first Boeing 767-300F, expanding its freighter fleet with a new widebody capacity option. The move signals continued investment in long-haul cargo capability within the operator’s growth and network plans.

2026-04-21T14:35:49.135860-07:00

ABX Air to take delivery of its first Boeing 767-300F

The War Zone

Northrop Grumman pushes back on F/A-XX schedule risk, arguing it can deliver a 6th-gen carrier fighter if selected Amid concerns from the Navy’s top officer that an (unnamed) contractor “really can’t deliver” F/A-XX on the required timeline, Northrop Grumman defended its ability to build the service’s next-generation carrier fighter on schedule—conditional on being selected. The F/A-XX downselect remains geared toward narrowing toward Boeing vs. Northrop.

2026-04-21T09:40:31.841545-07:00

Northrop Grumman pushes back on F/A-XX schedule risk, arguing it can deliver a 6th-gen carrier fighter if selected

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Japan Airlines picks RECARO R2 economy seats for its Boeing 737 MAX 8 fleet Japan Airlines will fit RECARO’s economy-class R2 seats on its new Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft. The configuration emphasizes ergonomics and cabin styling, including a folding table design, lightweight build and dual USB connectivity to improve economy passenger experience without changing the fundamental cabin layout.

2026-04-21T08:56:23.959145-07:00

Japan Airlines picks RECARO R2 economy seats for its Boeing 737 MAX 8 fleet

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Southwest 737 forced to return after cockpit heads-up display unit detached and struck captain during takeoff from Las Vegas A Southwest Airlines Boeing 737-700 declared an emergency and returned to Las Vegas after takeoff when a detached cockpit heads-up display unit fell, striking the captain and incapacitating him just as the aircraft was entering its initial ascent. The crew turned back, and the incident is being handled by the company.

2026-04-21T05:09:28.000173-07:00

Southwest 737 forced to return after cockpit heads-up display unit detached and struck captain during takeoff from Las Vegas

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Rolls-Royce records first Boeing 787 Trent engine selection in nearly three years with March deal for eight aircraft

Ethiopian Airlines commits for 11 Boeing 787-9s and 20 Boeing 737 MAX 8s, adding options for 15 more 787-9s and 21 more 737 MAX

ABX Air to take delivery of its first Boeing 767-300F

Northrop Grumman pushes back on F/A-XX schedule risk, arguing it can deliver a 6th-gen carrier fighter if selected

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