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SpaceX secures an option to acquire Cursor, valuing the AI coding startup at up to $60B

SpaceX said it has an option to acquire code-generation startup Cursor later this year for $60 billion or, alternatively, pay $10 billion for a coding partnership—positioning software as a central pillar of its AI strategy. The move comes as SpaceX leverages its work with xAI amid intensifying competition in AI developer tools.

2026-04-21T15:36:38.203685-07:00

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Uzbekistan Airways plans a limited IPO as it looks to move forward with partial listing

2026-04-21T22:25:19.353972-07:00

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AERO Friedrichshafen sets record for business aviation as AX Aero Group unveils an integrated bizav services platform

2026-04-21T08:19:36.677476-07:00

Bloomberg

GE Aerospace keeps 2026 guidance after strong Q1; LEAP deliveries jump 63% as supply frictions ease, with Iran-war risk delayed

2026-04-21T07:20:06.145091-07:00

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Uzbekistan Airways plans a limited IPO as it looks to move forward with partial listing Uzbekistan Airways says it will proceed with a limited initial public offering, signaling a continued push to monetize and restructure access to capital markets rather than pursue a full listing. The update frames the airline’s next-step financing path and ownership strategy.

2026-04-21T22:25:19.353972-07:00

Uzbekistan Airways plans a limited IPO as it looks to move forward with partial listing

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SpaceX secures an option to acquire Cursor, valuing the AI coding startup at up to $60B SpaceX said it has an option to acquire code-generation startup Cursor later this year for $60 billion or, alternatively, pay $10 billion for a coding partnership—positioning software as a central pillar of its AI strategy. The move comes as SpaceX leverages its work with xAI amid intensifying competition in AI developer tools.

2026-04-21T15:36:38.203685-07:00

SpaceX secures an option to acquire Cursor, valuing the AI coding startup at up to $60B

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AERO Friedrichshafen sets record for business aviation as AX Aero Group unveils an integrated bizav services platform AERO Friedrichshafen opened with a heightened focus on business aviation, posting record participation: the show’s biggest-ever business aviation contingent (50 aircraft on static and in halls) and nearly 860 exhibitors from 50 countries. At the same time, AX Aero Group announced a new integrated aviation-business model combining six companies to deliver an end-to-end corporate aviation solution.

2026-04-21T08:19:36.677476-07:00

AERO Friedrichshafen sets record for business aviation as AX Aero Group unveils an integrated bizav services platform

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Dronamics secures Japan investment via Asia Air Survey; opens Japan subsidiary to scale Black Swan MALE drone operations in Asia Dronamics says Japan’s Asia Air Survey is its first Japanese investor, pairing capital with a plan to market the Black Swan MALE drone across Asia. The company is also opening a Japan subsidiary to expand Black Swan operations and grow a local footprint.

2026-04-21T08:11:19.808676-07:00

Dronamics secures Japan investment via Asia Air Survey; opens Japan subsidiary to scale Black Swan MALE drone operations in Asia

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GE Aerospace keeps 2026 guidance after strong Q1; LEAP deliveries jump 63% as supply frictions ease, with Iran-war risk delayed GE Aerospace says it is on track for the high end of its 2026 profit outlook, reporting a 63% surge in LEAP deliveries to 520 engines amid improving supply conditions. Management cites services momentum and strong orders, but flags a tougher backdrop from higher coil prices, fuel supply constraints, and potential delayed aftermarket pressure tied to Iran-war fallout.

2026-04-21T07:20:06.145091-07:00

GE Aerospace keeps 2026 guidance after strong Q1; LEAP deliveries jump 63% as supply frictions ease, with Iran-war risk delayed

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Hunnu Air considers leasing A321LRs and A330-200s to launch Europe expansion plans Mongolia’s Hunnu Air is weighing a fleet add focused on long-haul capability ahead of a targeted move into Europe. At Routes Asia 2026, commercial director Turbold Tserenkhuu said the carrier is considering leasing two Airbus A321-200NX(LR) (A321LR) aircraft and two A330-200s.

2026-04-20T21:58:02.904656-07:00

Hunnu Air considers leasing A321LRs and A330-200s to launch Europe expansion plans

Bloomberg

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Spirit floats US government equity stake in recap to avoid total bankruptcy (2026) Spirit Aviation Holdings has proposed ceding an equity stake to the U.S. government in exchange for aid, according to reports, as the carrier works to stave off a possible liquidation after fuel-cost pressure linked to the Iran conflict. The move comes amid Spirit’s Chapter 11 restructuring and growing viability questions.

2026-04-20T12:02:51.873490-07:00

Spirit floats US government equity stake in recap to avoid total bankruptcy (2026)

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American Airlines shuts down United merger speculation, saying it has no interest in talks American Airlines says it is “neither engaged in nor interested in any discussions” about a potential merger or tie-up with United Airlines. The statement directly counters recent speculation and arrives amid an escalating public debate over competition and the potential consumer impact of further US airline consolidation.

2026-04-19T14:16:04.979636-07:00

American Airlines shuts down United merger speculation, saying it has no interest in talks

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SpaceX secures an option to acquire Cursor, valuing the AI coding startup at up to $60B

Uzbekistan Airways plans a limited IPO as it looks to move forward with partial listing

AERO Friedrichshafen sets record for business aviation as AX Aero Group unveils an integrated bizav services platform

GE Aerospace keeps 2026 guidance after strong Q1; LEAP deliveries jump 63% as supply frictions ease, with Iran-war risk delayed

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