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Lufthansa to table binding offer for TAP Air Portugal stake amid Iran-related risk

Lufthansa will move from a prior non-binding bid to a binding offer for TAP Air Portugal, targeting a strategic position in Portugal with geographic complementarity and connectivity benefits. The decision continues despite growing risks tied to the Iran conflict, with Germany’s leaders publicly urging cooperation between the two carriers.

2026-05-06T06:07:04.914530-07:00

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

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

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

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

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Lufthansa to table binding offer for TAP Air Portugal stake amid Iran-related risk Lufthansa will move from a prior non-binding bid to a binding offer for TAP Air Portugal, targeting a strategic position in Portugal with geographic complementarity and connectivity benefits. The decision continues despite growing risks tied to the Iran conflict, with Germany’s leaders publicly urging cooperation between the two carriers.

2026-05-06T06:07:04.914530-07:00

Lufthansa to table binding offer for TAP Air Portugal stake amid Iran-related risk

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New bidder surfaces in Arkia ownership process, adding pressure to Israel’s airline consolidation talks A new bidder has emerged for Israel’s Arkia, injecting fresh competitive momentum into the carrier’s ownership process. The development adds another contender as stakeholders assess the path forward for Arkia’s capital structure and strategic options.

2026-05-05T23:16:59.606499-07:00

New bidder surfaces in Arkia ownership process, adding pressure to Israel’s airline consolidation talks

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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

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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

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Lufthansa to table binding offer for TAP Air Portugal stake amid Iran-related risk

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

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