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Air India 171 investigation report pushed past one-year mark as U.S. engine exam remains incomplete; expert consultant exits pro

India’s Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau will miss the one-year deadline to explain the cause of the Air India London-bound crash that killed 260 people, with a U.S. examination of Boeing 787 engines still underway. Separately, a pilot consultant withdrew over process disagreements, while Air India says there is no deadline for victim families to sign settlements.

2026-06-10T18:18:58.577325-07:00

Aviation Week

American Airlines to launch widebody RFP for new long-haul jets; CEO calls a United combination a “non-starter”

2026-06-10T10:46:57.060182-07:00

Breaking Defense

Airbus unveils U760 Ravenstorm loyal-wingman CCA and uncrewed U145 at ILA Berlin 2026, expanding its multirole uncrewed portfoli

2026-06-10T08:30:00.836501-07:00

Bloomberg

Boeing delivers 60 aircraft in May, led by 51 737 MAX handovers as production recovery continues

2026-06-09T08:14:01.143605-07:00

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Air India 171 investigation report pushed past one-year mark as U.S. engine exam remains incomplete; expert consultant exits pro India’s Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau will miss the one-year deadline to explain the cause of the Air India London-bound crash that killed 260 people, with a U.S. examination of Boeing 787 engines still underway. Separately, a pilot consultant withdrew over process disagreements, while Air India says there is no deadline for victim families to sign settlements.

2026-06-10T18:18:58.577325-07:00

Air India 171 investigation report pushed past one-year mark as U.S. engine exam remains incomplete; expert consultant exits pro

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American Airlines to launch widebody RFP for new long-haul jets; CEO calls a United combination a “non-starter” American Airlines CEO Robert Isom said the airline has a new RFP in the market for a long-haul widebody fleet, with Airbus and Boeing in scope, as the carrier defines its next widebody strategy after retiring roughly 40% of its long-haul fleet. Isom also said evaluating a potential American–United combination was ultimately a “non-starter” and would be anti-competitive.

2026-06-10T10:46:57.060182-07:00

American Airlines to launch widebody RFP for new long-haul jets; CEO calls a United combination a “non-starter”

Breaking Defense

Airbus unveils U760 Ravenstorm loyal-wingman CCA and uncrewed U145 at ILA Berlin 2026, expanding its multirole uncrewed portfoli Airbus Defense and Space debuted the U760 Ravenstorm multirole Unmanned Collaborative Combat Aircraft (UCCA) at ILA Berlin 2026, pitching it as a teaming loyal-wingman for crewed platforms. The company also showcased the uncrewed U145 Ravenstorm variant and called out growing demand for uncrewed systems.

2026-06-10T08:30:00.836501-07:00

Airbus unveils U760 Ravenstorm loyal-wingman CCA and uncrewed U145 at ILA Berlin 2026, expanding its multirole uncrewed portfoli

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Emirates expects first Boeing 777X delivery by June next year amid unresolved Rolls-Royce engine fix Emirates’ president says the airline still expects to receive its long-delayed first Boeing 777X by June next year, but has not seen progress on Rolls-Royce engine improvements needed to support the program. Emirates has not ruled out ordering Airbus A350-1000—highlighting an ongoing engine-driven order-risk calculus.

2026-06-09T13:19:01.118842-07:00

Emirates expects first Boeing 777X delivery by June next year amid unresolved Rolls-Royce engine fix

CNBC

Boeing delivery acceleration reinforces Kelly Ortberg turnaround narrative for investors Boeing’s latest commercial delivery step-up is being cited as evidence that the company’s recovery under CEO Kelly Ortberg is regaining momentum—supporting the stock thesis the market initially built around the turnaround. The update adds to the recent pattern of output stabilization tied to the 737 MAX ramp.

2026-06-09T12:26:14.107635-07:00

Boeing delivery acceleration reinforces Kelly Ortberg turnaround narrative for investors

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Boeing delivers 60 aircraft in May, led by 51 737 MAX handovers as production recovery continues Boeing says it delivered 60 jets in May, up 33% versus the same month last year, though deliveries trailed Airbus’s 81. The May mix included 51 737 MAX aircraft—its highest monthly total since production restarted in December 2024 after a strike. Customers cancelled 16 jets, leaving net orders of 22.

2026-06-09T08:14:01.143605-07:00

Boeing delivers 60 aircraft in May, led by 51 737 MAX handovers as production recovery continues

Bloomberg

Boeing told to cure KC-46 aerial-refueling tanking defect before USAF expands buys Budget and service documents cited in the cluster say Boeing must fix a lingering aerial-refueling tanker defect before the US Air Force proceeds with purchases of additional, higher-cost versions of the aircraft. The issue introduces schedule and acceptance risk ahead of future tanker procurement decisions.

2026-06-09T03:28:26.898486-07:00

Boeing told to cure KC-46 aerial-refueling tanking defect before USAF expands buys

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Vietnam orders airlines to recheck Boeing and Pratt & Whitney deal progress amid US trade probes Vietnam has directed its major carriers to review the status of multibillion-dollar Boeing and Pratt & Whitney agreements and to assess potential new import deals with US companies. The move is aimed at strengthening Hanoi’s negotiating position as Washington investigates trade concerns.

2026-06-08T21:18:57.437179-07:00

Vietnam orders airlines to recheck Boeing and Pratt & Whitney deal progress amid US trade probes

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Air India 171 investigation report pushed past one-year mark as U.S. engine exam remains incomplete; expert consultant exits pro

American Airlines to launch widebody RFP for new long-haul jets; CEO calls a United combination a “non-starter”

Airbus unveils U760 Ravenstorm loyal-wingman CCA and uncrewed U145 at ILA Berlin 2026, expanding its multirole uncrewed portfoli

Boeing delivers 60 aircraft in May, led by 51 737 MAX handovers as production recovery continues

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