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China orders suspension of light-aircraft operator tied to crash into Beijing’s tallest building

China’s civil aviation authority has ordered an operator linked to a light aircraft crash into Beijing’s tallest building to suspend operations, ground all aircraft, and eliminate “major safety hazards.” The directive follows the regulator’s determination of serious safety deficiencies associated with the operator.

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2026-07-20T16:10:05.085778-07:00

FlightGlobal

Vertical Aerospace nears UK government funding (up to £310m) to anchor UK production

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2026-07-20T16:08:31.781398-07:00

AeroTime

US House bill would reopen federal review of Chinese ownership of Cirrus Aircraft

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2026-07-20T12:08:07.806026-07:00

AirInsight

EU proposes expanding ETS to flights within 5,000 km of the EEA, drawing backlash from IATA and environmental critics over extra

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2026-07-20T10:15:47.243298-07:00

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China orders suspension of light-aircraft operator tied to crash into Beijing’s tallest building China’s civil aviation authority has ordered an operator linked to a light aircraft crash into Beijing’s tallest building to suspend operations, ground all aircraft, and eliminate “major safety hazards.” The directive follows the regulator’s determination of serious safety deficiencies associated with the operator.

2026-07-20T16:10:05.085778-07:00

China orders suspension of light-aircraft operator tied to crash into Beijing’s tallest building

FlightGlobal

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Vertical Aerospace nears UK government funding (up to £310m) to anchor UK production Vertical said it is close to securing a final “broad package” of government-backed investment, including a grant of up to £310 million, with a decision expected by year-end. The funding is aimed at anchoring production in the UK as the company advances its aircraft development and scale-up plans.

2026-07-20T16:08:31.781398-07:00

Vertical Aerospace nears UK government funding (up to £310m) to anchor UK production

AeroTime

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US House bill would reopen federal review of Chinese ownership of Cirrus Aircraft A US House bill would require a fresh federal review of Cirrus Aircraft’s Chinese ownership, with the outcome potentially culminating in a recommendation to divest. The proposed action reopens the question of foreign stakes in the light-aircraft manufacturer and its long-term ownership structure.

2026-07-20T12:08:07.806026-07:00

US House bill would reopen federal review of Chinese ownership of Cirrus Aircraft

AINonline

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Pipistrel unveils Voyager next-generation two-seat trainer to meet MOSAIC certification requirements Pipistrel has revealed the Voyager at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2026 as a new, two-seat training aircraft aimed at modern flight schools. The company says the trainer is designed to meet MOSAIC certification regulations for advanced, next-generation pilot training.

2026-07-20T11:22:47.727246-07:00

Pipistrel unveils Voyager next-generation two-seat trainer to meet MOSAIC certification requirements

AirInsight

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EU proposes expanding ETS to flights within 5,000 km of the EEA, drawing backlash from IATA and environmental critics over extra The European Commission’s proposal would extend the EU ETS to cover airline emissions from flights within 5,000 km of the EEA, effectively adding Middle East and North Africa routes. IATA rejects the plan’s extraterritorial scope, while environmental groups and low-cost carriers raise concerns about pricing and competitiveness.

2026-07-20T10:15:47.243298-07:00

EU proposes expanding ETS to flights within 5,000 km of the EEA, drawing backlash from IATA and environmental critics over extra

FlightGlobal

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US export bank signals intention to back JetZero manufacturing site The US export bank said it is prepared to establish a framework with JetZero and EXIM to reach a final funding commitment, tied to JetZero’s manufacturing site. The announcement is positioned as an enabling step toward securing the financing needed to move from planning to execution.

2026-07-20T08:10:39.080727-07:00

US export bank signals intention to back JetZero manufacturing site

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Ireland signs Passenger Capacity Act 2026, setting up removal or amendment of Dublin Airport’s 32 million-passenger cap Ireland has signed the Dublin Airport (Passenger Capacity) Act 2026, moving toward axing or revising the long-postponed 32 million-passenger annual cap at Dublin International. The change could reset the airport’s regulatory growth envelope following years of delay.

2026-07-20T07:24:00.546309-07:00

Ireland signs Passenger Capacity Act 2026, setting up removal or amendment of Dublin Airport’s 32 million-passenger cap

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US Air Force completes milestone test of modified F-16 with AI-controlled flight at Eglin AFB The US Air Force has flown a modified F-16 under artificial-intelligence control during flight tests at Eglin Air Force Base, Florida, marking a first step toward AI-operated tactical aircraft. Test efforts included piloted flights and autonomy trials with an AI flight kit installed and a test pilot remaining in the cockpit as backup.

2026-07-20T05:55:29.616756-07:00

US Air Force completes milestone test of modified F-16 with AI-controlled flight at Eglin AFB

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