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Via Satellite • Rachel Jewett

Amazon’s $10.8bn Globalstar buy: spectrum and D2D implications for MSS-to-connectivity strategy

Amazon’s planned acquisition of Globalstar for about $10.8 billion would bundle MSS satellites, spectrum rights and operating infrastructure into an expanded play for low-Earth-orbit direct-to-device (D2D) connectivity. An analyst roundtable examines what this means for MSS spectrum value and the competitive D2D market dynamics.

2026-05-05T13:50:19.569536-07:00

Aviation Week

Azorra buys DAE’s Airbus A220-300 orderbook for eight PW1500G-powered jets

2026-05-05T06:33:02.427995-07:00

Via Satellite

Lockheed Martin joins Firefly Aerospace and Seagate Space to develop sea-based national security launches

2026-05-04T14:04:28.560841-07:00

Flying Magazine

Sonex Aviation restarts aircraft-kit production under ON Capital ownership, pledging rapid rollout and major R&D investment

2026-05-04T10:08:58.817031-07:00

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Via Satellite

Amazon’s $10.8bn Globalstar buy: spectrum and D2D implications for MSS-to-connectivity strategy Amazon’s planned acquisition of Globalstar for about $10.8 billion would bundle MSS satellites, spectrum rights and operating infrastructure into an expanded play for low-Earth-orbit direct-to-device (D2D) connectivity. An analyst roundtable examines what this means for MSS spectrum value and the competitive D2D market dynamics.

2026-05-05T13:50:19.569536-07:00

Amazon’s $10.8bn Globalstar buy: spectrum and D2D implications for MSS-to-connectivity strategy

Aviation Week

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Azorra buys DAE’s Airbus A220-300 orderbook for eight PW1500G-powered jets Azorra, the Florida-based lessor, has acquired Dubai Aerospace Enterprise’s (DAE) inherited orderbook for eight Airbus A220-300s. The package includes two aircraft currently on lease to TAAG Angola Airlines, with all jets powered by Pratt & Whitney’s PW1500G.

2026-05-05T06:33:02.427995-07:00

Azorra buys DAE’s Airbus A220-300 orderbook for eight PW1500G-powered jets

Via Satellite

Lockheed Martin joins Firefly Aerospace and Seagate Space to develop sea-based national security launches Lockheed Martin said it is partnering with Firefly Aerospace and Seagate Space to develop sea-based launch capabilities for national security missions. The three-way collaboration builds on Firefly’s small-launch-vehicle offshore infrastructure concept, adding Lockheed’s strategic and missile defense systems footprint to the effort.

2026-05-04T14:04:28.560841-07:00

Lockheed Martin joins Firefly Aerospace and Seagate Space to develop sea-based national security launches

Vertical Mag

CapMan Infra buys majority stake in HeliAir Sweden to expand Nordic helicopter services CapMan Infra is acquiring a majority stake in HeliAir Sweden, strengthening its footprint in Nordic helicopter operations. The deal signals continued consolidation and investor interest in regional rotorcraft services, pairing capital backing with an expanded platform for helicopter support in the region.

2026-05-04T12:13:55.404351-07:00

CapMan Infra buys majority stake in HeliAir Sweden to expand Nordic helicopter services

Flying Magazine

Sonex Aviation restarts aircraft-kit production under ON Capital ownership, pledging rapid rollout and major R&D investment Sonex Aviation says it has resumed operations after ON Capital acquired the kit-aircraft builder. The company plans a rapid production restart and is positioning new R&D investment to accelerate product development and support the next phase of manufacturing after the ownership change.

2026-05-04T10:08:58.817031-07:00

Sonex Aviation restarts aircraft-kit production under ON Capital ownership, pledging rapid rollout and major R&D investment

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Ghana looks for a majority private investor to launch a new flag carrier by Q1 2027 Ghana is seeking a majority private investor to establish a new national airline, following the collapse of Ghana Airways more than two decades ago. Initial operations are targeted no later than the first quarter of 2027.

2026-05-04T04:12:29.313938-07:00

Ghana looks for a majority private investor to launch a new flag carrier by Q1 2027

Skift

Spirit Airlines’ restructuring “fire sale” puts aircraft and airport slots up for sale—Fort Lauderdale and LaGuardia most expose Spirit Airlines’ aircraft and airport slots are set to be marketed for sale, with demand expected to be strongest at slot-constrained locations including Fort Lauderdale and New York LaGuardia. The move highlights how Spirit’s distress is converting route privileges and capacity into investable assets.

2026-05-02T08:21:56.949907-07:00

Spirit Airlines’ restructuring “fire sale” puts aircraft and airport slots up for sale—Fort Lauderdale and LaGuardia most expose

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Pakistan competition regulator approves consortium bid for 100% ownership of Pakistan International Airlines Pakistan’s competition regulator has approved the acquisition of Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) by PIA Equity Limited, clearing a regulatory step toward full privatisation of the flag carrier. The approval advances a consortium process aimed at moving from operational control to 100% ownership.

2026-05-01T01:28:04.132201-07:00

Pakistan competition regulator approves consortium bid for 100% ownership of Pakistan International Airlines

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Amazon’s $10.8bn Globalstar buy: spectrum and D2D implications for MSS-to-connectivity strategy

Azorra buys DAE’s Airbus A220-300 orderbook for eight PW1500G-powered jets

Lockheed Martin joins Firefly Aerospace and Seagate Space to develop sea-based national security launches

Sonex Aviation restarts aircraft-kit production under ON Capital ownership, pledging rapid rollout and major R&D investment

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