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China seeks “guarantees” in Boeing’s proposed 200-jet aircraft deal

China is pressing for guarantees as part of a proposed Boeing agreement for about 200 jets, according to the report highlighted by ch-aviation. The development underscores heightened counterparty requirements around Boeing deliveries and conditions tied to large-quantity aircraft commitments.

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2026-07-27T18:09:24.982478-07:00

FlightGlobal

Boeing links next-aircraft acceleration to the end of outstanding certification work

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2026-07-27T10:52:09.573081-07:00

Aviation Week

USAF to restart B-52 radar testing using a second test bomber after June crash; replacement aircraft target completion by end-20

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2026-07-27T11:06:26.523666-07:00

AeroTime

FAA proposes inspections for Boeing 737 MAX seat tracks after improper seat assembly installations

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2026-07-27T04:22:32.584542-07:00

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China seeks “guarantees” in Boeing’s proposed 200-jet aircraft deal China is pressing for guarantees as part of a proposed Boeing agreement for about 200 jets, according to the report highlighted by ch-aviation. The development underscores heightened counterparty requirements around Boeing deliveries and conditions tied to large-quantity aircraft commitments.

2026-07-27T18:09:24.982478-07:00

China seeks “guarantees” in Boeing’s proposed 200-jet aircraft deal

Aviation Week

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USAF to restart B-52 radar testing using a second test bomber after June crash; replacement aircraft target completion by end-20 U.S. Air Force officials say B-52 modernization work is still on track for cost and schedule after a June crash delayed a radar upgrade test program. The service plans to resume radar testing with a second modified B-52H—now being fitted with the AN/APQ-188 AESA radar—once the replacement test aircraft’s modifications are completed by the end of 2026, with additional availability expected in late 2027.

2026-07-27T11:06:26.523666-07:00

USAF to restart B-52 radar testing using a second test bomber after June crash; replacement aircraft target completion by end-20

FlightGlobal

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Boeing links next-aircraft acceleration to the end of outstanding certification work A Boeing executive says the company’s near-term priority is completing outstanding certifications and ramping production, positioning Boeing to shift focus toward future aircraft development as current certification activities wind down.

2026-07-27T10:52:09.573081-07:00

Boeing links next-aircraft acceleration to the end of outstanding certification work

FlightGlobal

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Boeing expects next-aircraft development will accelerate as certification work winds down

2026-07-27T10:52:09.573081-07:00

Boeing expects next-aircraft d

The Air Current

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Boeing, GE Aerospace join industry coalition to speed up FAA aircraft certification Boeing, GE Aerospace and other major U.S. aviation manufacturers have formed an industry coalition working with the FAA to accelerate and modernize the aircraft certification process. Industry spokespeople say the effort is focused on streamlining certification timelines and updating how certification work is conducted.

2026-07-27T06:51:27.216515-07:00

Boeing, GE Aerospace join industry coalition to speed up FAA aircraft certification

AeroTime

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FAA proposes inspections for Boeing 737 MAX seat tracks after improper seat assembly installations The FAA has issued a proposed airworthiness directive covering Boeing 737 MAX aircraft registered in the US, requiring inspections of passenger seat assemblies and tracks. The agency warns faulty installations could compromise seat performance and increase injury and emergency evacuation/tievacuation risks during an emergency. The proposal affects 453 MAXs.

2026-07-27T04:22:32.584542-07:00

FAA proposes inspections for Boeing 737 MAX seat tracks after improper seat assembly installations

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FAA proposes AD for Boeing 737 MAX after improper installation of certain seat assemblies The FAA has issued a proposed airworthiness directive for Boeing 737 MAX aircraft, citing findings that certain seat assemblies were not correctly installed. The action would require corrective measures to address the installation issue before further operation, pending finalization of the rule.

2026-07-26T10:35:50.836851-07:00

FAA proposes AD for Boeing 737 MAX after improper installation of certain seat assemblies

FlightGlobal

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Emirates’ Tim Clark says Boeing may pursue a larger 777X ("777-10") after rejecting early-build airframes; carrier awaits the fi Emirates president Tim Clark said the airline’s rejection of early-build 777X airframes leaves the timeline for the program’s next steps unclear, but he expects Boeing to consider a larger 777X variant—provisionally described as a “777-10”—based on performance data from the extended 777-9 development. Clark is also waiting to see the first -9 results.

2026-07-26T02:20:48.506986-07:00

Emirates’ Tim Clark says Boeing may pursue a larger 777X ("777-10") after rejecting early-build airframes; carrier awaits the fi