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Textron to separate Industrial segment, creating a pure-play aerospace and defense company led by Textron Aviation and Bell

Textron Inc. said it intends to separate its Industrial segment from its core aerospace and defense businesses to sharpen strategic and operational focus. The resulting pure-play would leave Textron with Textron Aviation and Bell as major anchors, alongside Textron Systems.

2026-04-30T11:23:34.943433-07:00

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Cirium forecasts business jet deliveries edging higher in 2026 on path to ~18,000 aircraft through 2045

2026-04-30T09:20:53.273735-07:00

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Embraer Praetor 600E clears triple certification (ANAC, FAA, EASA) for first 2029 deliveries

2026-04-30T06:57:10.380741-07:00

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Bombardier says supply-chain issue won’t change 2026 delivery guidance; Q1 revenue up 5% to $1.60B, free cash flow up to $360M,

2026-04-30T05:07:23.707029-07:00

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Textron to separate Industrial segment, creating a pure-play aerospace and defense company led by Textron Aviation and Bell Textron Inc. said it intends to separate its Industrial segment from its core aerospace and defense businesses to sharpen strategic and operational focus. The resulting pure-play would leave Textron with Textron Aviation and Bell as major anchors, alongside Textron Systems.

2026-04-30T11:23:34.943433-07:00

Textron to separate Industrial segment, creating a pure-play aerospace and defense company led by Textron Aviation and Bell

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Cirium forecasts business jet deliveries edging higher in 2026 on path to ~18,000 aircraft through 2045 Cirium expects business-jet deliveries to edge up in 2026, extending a multi-decade growth runway that totals about 18,000 deliveries through 2045. The forecast frames long-horizon demand visibility for cabin manufacturers, completion specialists, and service providers supporting fleet build-outs.

2026-04-30T09:20:53.273735-07:00

Cirium forecasts business jet deliveries edging higher in 2026 on path to ~18,000 aircraft through 2045

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Slot restrictions tighten access for European business aviation New analysis highlights that securing proportionate and fair airport slot access in Europe remains a persistent challenge for business aviation operators. The cluster focuses on how slot rules and allocation constraints continue to limit operational flexibility and constrain growth for corporate flights across key European airports.

2026-04-30T07:10:50.078895-07:00

Slot restrictions tighten access for European business aviation

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Embraer Praetor 600E clears triple certification (ANAC, FAA, EASA) for first 2029 deliveries Embraer’s redesigned Praetor 600E has received type certification from Brazil’s ANAC, the FAA and EASA, validating an upgraded super-midsize business jet configuration. The approvals cover the aircraft’s cabin comfort and utility features and put it on track for first customer deliveries in 2029, with the Praetor 500E also targeted for triple certification by end-2026.

2026-04-30T06:57:10.380741-07:00

Embraer Praetor 600E clears triple certification (ANAC, FAA, EASA) for first 2029 deliveries

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Flexjet (Ireland) seeks US DOT foreign air carrier permit for EU–US passenger and cargo charters Flexjet (Ireland) has applied to the US Department of Transportation for a foreign air carrier permit (FACP) and exemptions to operate passenger and cargo charter services between the European Union and the US, including further points, using small aircraft.

2026-04-30T05:50:10.136789-07:00

Flexjet (Ireland) seeks US DOT foreign air carrier permit for EU–US passenger and cargo charters

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Bombardier says supply-chain issue won’t change 2026 delivery guidance; Q1 revenue up 5% to $1.60B, free cash flow up to $360M, Bombardier reports a stronger-than-expected Q1 2026, with total revenues up 5% year-on-year to $1.60 billion and free cash flow of $360 million. The company says it has addressed a supply-chain problem affecting some deliveries, without revising its 2026 delivery guidance, while order demand—Global 8000s and Global 7500 upgrades—pushes the order book to $20 billion and increases deliveries.

2026-04-30T05:07:23.707029-07:00

Bombardier says supply-chain issue won’t change 2026 delivery guidance; Q1 revenue up 5% to $1.60B, free cash flow up to $360M,

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K-Aviation secures US FACP after 2.5 years K-Aviation has obtained US FACP approval after a 2.5-year process. The milestone signals progress in meeting US requirements tied to its aircraft/business-aviation offering, shortening the path to operating and selling into the US market where compliance timelines directly affect delivery plans.

2026-04-29T18:53:47.511737-07:00

K-Aviation secures US FACP after 2.5 years

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Wheels Up accelerates Phenom and Challenger charter fleet modernization Wheels Up says it is continuing to add Embraer Phenom and Bombardier Challenger aircraft to modernize its charter fleet, with the rollout ahead of schedule. The move supports the operator’s broader effort to streamline capacity around its Phenom/Challenger mix and reinforce membership-driven utilization.

2026-04-29T15:37:39.925908-07:00

Wheels Up accelerates Phenom and Challenger charter fleet modernization

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Textron to separate Industrial segment, creating a pure-play aerospace and defense company led by Textron Aviation and Bell

Cirium forecasts business jet deliveries edging higher in 2026 on path to ~18,000 aircraft through 2045

Embraer Praetor 600E clears triple certification (ANAC, FAA, EASA) for first 2029 deliveries

Bombardier says supply-chain issue won’t change 2026 delivery guidance; Q1 revenue up 5% to $1.60B, free cash flow up to $360M,

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