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Spire Global appoints Eric “Mell” Mellinger as Chief Commercial Officer; takes over COO role to drive go-to-market

Spire Global has appointed Eric (“Mell”) Mellinger as Chief Commercial Officer, effective Aug. 3, 2026. Mellinger, formerly with Mantech International Corporation, will lead business development and go-to-market strategy as the company continues scaling its space-based data, analytics and services business.

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2026-07-20T13:09:28.288324-07:00

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Honeywell lands record IndiGo avionics/power deal for 810 A320neo-family aircraft; Aeromexico to roll out runway safety tech; Ha

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2026-07-20T01:38:30.758145-07:00

AINonline

Bombardier Global 8000 sets new LA-to-Farnborough speed record in 8h 46m ahead of first Farnborough aerial display

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2026-07-20T02:37:57.865589-07:00

FlightGlobal

European Commission proposes EU ETS overhaul to charge international flights; industry blocs clash over costs and decarbonisatio

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2026-07-17T05:17:08.947062-07:00

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Via Satellite

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Spire Global appoints Eric “Mell” Mellinger as Chief Commercial Officer; takes over COO role to drive go-to-market Spire Global has appointed Eric (“Mell”) Mellinger as Chief Commercial Officer, effective Aug. 3, 2026. Mellinger, formerly with Mantech International Corporation, will lead business development and go-to-market strategy as the company continues scaling its space-based data, analytics and services business.

2026-07-20T13:09:28.288324-07:00

Spire Global appoints Eric “Mell” Mellinger as Chief Commercial Officer; takes over COO role to drive go-to-market

AINonline

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Bombardier Global 8000 sets new LA-to-Farnborough speed record in 8h 46m ahead of first Farnborough aerial display Bombardier says its Global 8000—configured as the fastest civil aircraft since the Concorde—completed the Los Angeles–Farnborough city pair in 8 hours and 46 minutes. The aircraft is en route to the Farnborough International Airshow, where it will showcase its performance in its first aerial display, reinforcing the program’s speed, range and cabin-altitude benchmarks.

2026-07-20T02:37:57.865589-07:00

Bombardier Global 8000 sets new LA-to-Farnborough speed record in 8h 46m ahead of first Farnborough aerial display

FlightGlobal

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Honeywell lands record IndiGo avionics/power deal for 810 A320neo-family aircraft; Aeromexico to roll out runway safety tech; Ha Honeywell Aerospace said IndiGo has selected its flagship avionics and power systems—plus full aftermarket support—to equip a record 810 Airbus A320neo-family aircraft order. Separately, Aeromexico plans to deploy Honeywell runway safety technology across more than 100 Boeing jets, while Hainan Airlines signed for 40 A320neo-family aircraft to expand domestic and regional flying.

2026-07-20T01:38:30.758145-07:00

Honeywell lands record IndiGo avionics/power deal for 810 A320neo-family aircraft; Aeromexico to roll out runway safety tech; Ha

AINonline

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Doug Carr, NBAA Bizav Safety and Security Champion, to retire after 28-year tenure NBAA Bizav Safety and Security Champion Doug Carr is set to retire after 28 years, including work helping to write rules for fractional aircraft ownership. The departure marks the end of a long-running leadership role focused on safety and security within business aviation’s operational and ownership framework.

2026-07-17T09:18:02.749444-07:00

Doug Carr, NBAA Bizav Safety and Security Champion, to retire after 28-year tenure

AINonline

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Air Elite FBO Network adds two Australian locations, expanding east- and west-coast coverage Air Elite’s FBO network is expanding in Australia with two new locations positioned on the country’s east and west coasts. The additions broaden the operator’s footprint and connectivity for business aviation customers seeking consistent fixed-base services across major regional markets.

2026-07-17T08:44:48.051696-07:00

Air Elite FBO Network adds two Australian locations, expanding east- and west-coast coverage

FlightGlobal

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European Commission proposes EU ETS overhaul to charge international flights; industry blocs clash over costs and decarbonisatio The European Commission has proposed overhauling the EU Emissions Trading System (ETS), extending carbon-permit requirements to international flights. Business aviation and airline groups—including EBAA and Airlines for Europe—criticize the plan over higher passenger costs and concerns that revenues may not be clearly reinvested in aviation decarbonisation.

2026-07-17T05:17:08.947062-07:00

European Commission proposes EU ETS overhaul to charge international flights; industry blocs clash over costs and decarbonisatio

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Ovzon reports 48% revenue growth and 38% EBITDA increase in Q2; company weighs timing for its second satellite Swedish satellite operator and mobile satcom terminal manufacturer Ovzon said revenue for the three months ended June 30 rose 48% year over year and EBITDA increased 38%. Operating profit and cash flow also climbed materially, while the company said it is still considering its second-satellite plans.

2026-07-17T04:45:24.393807-07:00

Ovzon reports 48% revenue growth and 38% EBITDA increase in Q2; company weighs timing for its second satellite

AINonline

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Argus: Business aviation operations rose 3.4% year over year in June Argus reports that global business aviation operations increased 3.4% year over year in June, indicating continued momentum in near-term charter and corporate flight activity. The update provides a directional check on how demand is evolving month-to-month as operators manage capacity and utilization.

2026-07-16T12:11:09.891441-07:00

Argus: Business aviation operations rose 3.4% year over year in June

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