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Russia to tighten financial and compliance checks for airlines seeking international routes

Russian authorities are proposing stricter criteria for approving international services, including closer scrutiny of carriers’ compliance with mandatory requirements and financial condition. Airlines with unresolved regulatory violations or financial weaknesses could be blocked from opening new international routes under the proposed rules.

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AST SpaceMobile wins temporary FCC authority to test satellite connectivity in the 800 MHz band

AST SpaceMobile has received temporary authorization from the U.S. Federal Communications Commission to test satellite connectivity using spectrum in the 800 MHz band. The approval advances the company’s effort to evaluate satellite-enabled communications in a regulated terrestrial-frequency range.

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Senate Democrats Seek Probe Into DHS Purchase of 12 Gulfstream and Boeing Aircraft

Senate Democrats are seeking an investigation into the Department of Homeland Security’s purchase of 12 aircraft, comprising four Gulfstreams and eight Boeing aircraft. The request puts scrutiny on the department’s procurement decisions and the use of government funds for its aviation fleet.

Flying Magazine

White House Imposes 25%–100% Tariffs on Imported Drones and Components

The White House is imposing new import duties on drones and related components under a national-security rationale, with rates ranging from 25% to 100%. Lower tariffs will apply to qualifying allied supply chains, while the policy is designed to encourage domestic drone manufacturing and pressure users toward U.S.-made systems.

Space Intel Report

Space Governance Meets the Realities of a New Space Era

Rapid expansion in space activity is testing decades-old treaties against modern operations, deep-space ambitions and the growing role of commercial actors. As competition intensifies in orbit, governments face mounting pressure to adapt international governance frameworks to a more crowded and complex space environment.

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IAG raises ‘serious questions’ over cost of Heathrow’s proposed third runway

British Airways owner International Airlines Group questioned the price tag attached to Heathrow Airport’s planned expansion and third runway in evidence submitted to a parliamentary committee, underscoring concern from a major airport user over the project’s financial burden.

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China renews five-year civil aviation plan, targeting world-class safety and infrastructure by 2030

China’s government has renewed its five-year civil aviation plan, setting 2030 goals for the sector to achieve world-class standards in safety, service capacity and infrastructure. The strategy outlines Beijing’s priorities for developing the country’s aviation system over the remainder of the decade.

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Cirrus Vision Jet G3 secures Brazilian certification, expanding Latin American access

Cirrus Aircraft’s Vision Jet G3 has received a type certificate from Brazil’s civil aviation authority, ANAC. The approval clears a regulatory milestone for the single-engine personal jet in Brazil and supports Cirrus’ expansion across the Latin American market.