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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

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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Textron to separate Industrial segment, creating a pure-play aerospace and defense company led by Textron Aviation and Bell

2026-04-30T11:23:34.943433-07:00

Skift

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

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

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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

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

Space Intel Report

Indra acquisition of Hispasat and Hisdesat boosts Q1 results; Europe’s Iris2 confirmed, Startical air-traffic constellation stil Indra Group said its acquisition of satellite fleet operator Hispasat and military satellite services provider Hisdesat has materially increased the scale and profitability of its space business, setting up an expanded space portfolio. Indra also indicated Europe’s Iris2 program is “real,” while the Startical air-traffic constellation’s path remains uncertain.

2026-04-30T11:31:54.215043-07:00

Indra acquisition of Hispasat and Hisdesat boosts Q1 results; Europe’s Iris2 confirmed, Startical air-traffic constellation stil

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Textron to separate Industrial segment, creating a pure-play aerospace and defense company led by Textron Aviation and Bell Textron Inc. said it intends to separate its Industrial segment from its core aerospace and defense businesses to sharpen strategic and operational focus. The resulting pure-play would leave Textron with Textron Aviation and Bell as major anchors, alongside Textron Systems.

2026-04-30T11:23:34.943433-07:00

Textron to separate Industrial segment, creating a pure-play aerospace and defense company led by Textron Aviation and Bell

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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

Textron to separate Industrial segment, creating a pure-play aerospace and defense company led by Textron Aviation and Bell

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

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