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FAA greenlights end-of-line airworthiness certificates for Boeing 737 MAX and 787; certification staffing rises while Boeing del

The FAA has approved Boeing to issue airworthiness certificates at the end of the production process for all 737 MAX and B787 aircraft, effective July 20, 2026. FAA Administrator Bryan Bedford also cited a 35%–40% increase in resources for Boeing airplane oversight as Boeing separately signals no new jet program before 2030—while early 777X units face scrutiny from customers.

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2026-07-22T04:07:39.339538-07:00

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Burnham signals higher UK defense spending and backs GCAP at Farnborough as Wes Streeting pushes industrialization

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2026-07-22T06:11:42.567655-07:00

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GP Aviation CEO Denies Allegations Following Arrest

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2026-07-22T03:19:51.191766-07:00

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Legal battle escalates in Nepal Airlines CEO saga as leadership dispute drags on

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2026-07-21T23:44:23.724718-07:00

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Burnham signals higher UK defense spending and backs GCAP at Farnborough as Wes Streeting pushes industrialization New UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham used his first full day in office and a Farnborough International Airshow keynote to reaffirm the government’s support for the Global Combat Air Programme (GCAP), pairing the message with a push to “industrialise the nation” alongside growing defense businesses. Newly appointed Defense Secretary Wes Streeting also framed the agenda around defence investment, air power and innovation, while reporting indicates the UK is scrapping the department in charge of UKSA.

2026-07-22T06:11:42.567655-07:00

Burnham signals higher UK defense spending and backs GCAP at Farnborough as Wes Streeting pushes industrialization

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FAA greenlights end-of-line airworthiness certificates for Boeing 737 MAX and 787; certification staffing rises while Boeing del The FAA has approved Boeing to issue airworthiness certificates at the end of the production process for all 737 MAX and B787 aircraft, effective July 20, 2026. FAA Administrator Bryan Bedford also cited a 35%–40% increase in resources for Boeing airplane oversight as Boeing separately signals no new jet program before 2030—while early 777X units face scrutiny from customers.

2026-07-22T04:07:39.339538-07:00

FAA greenlights end-of-line airworthiness certificates for Boeing 737 MAX and 787; certification staffing rises while Boeing del

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GP Aviation CEO Denies Allegations Following Arrest GP Aviation CEO denies allegations tied to an arrest, according to the cluster’s available reporting. The disclosure is framed as a rebuttal by the company’s top executive following the legal action.

2026-07-22T03:19:51.191766-07:00

GP Aviation CEO Denies Allegations Following Arrest

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SunExpress chief eyes flexibility on growth from strong orderbook

2026-07-22T00:08:13.556183-07:00

SunExpress chief eyes flexibil

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Legal battle escalates in Nepal Airlines CEO saga as leadership dispute drags on A legal dispute has surfaced around Nepal Airlines’ CEO leadership saga, with the confrontation continuing to play out as the matter drags on. The case raises immediate uncertainty around top-management continuity and governance for the flag carrier.

2026-07-21T23:44:23.724718-07:00

Legal battle escalates in Nepal Airlines CEO saga as leadership dispute drags on

DefenseNews.com

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Trump’s Qatari-gifted Boeing 747-8 ‘Air Force One’ pulled for $400M-plus security, communications and avionics upgrades; Boeing President Trump says the Qatari-donated Boeing 747-8 used as Air Force One will be temporarily removed from service while it undergoes “maxed out” upgrades focused on security and communications. The move follows reported concerns about security features, with Trump also flagging a spending envelope of roughly $400M. Separately, Boeing says two next-generation presidential jets remain targeted for delivery in 2028, but that additional spending will likely be required.

2026-07-21T09:21:56.674010-07:00

Trump’s Qatari-gifted Boeing 747-8 ‘Air Force One’ pulled for $400M-plus security, communications and avionics upgrades; Boeing

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New HAL chief takes aim at delivery execution for fighters

2026-07-21T02:23:42.874008-07:00

New HAL chief takes aim at del

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TTTECH appoints Eddie Myers as CEO of TTTECH North America to drive growth across aerospace, defense and critical infrastructure TTTECH has named Eddie Myers as CEO of TTTECH North America, tasking him with shaping the company’s strategic direction for its aerospace, defense, and critical-infrastructure businesses. The appointment is positioned as a growth accelerator for TTTECH’s North American operations.

2026-07-21T00:53:51.037670-07:00

TTTECH appoints Eddie Myers as CEO of TTTECH North America to drive growth across aerospace, defense and critical infrastructure

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