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Dassault pivots after FCAS breakup: Rafale successor demo plans by 2032 alongside Falcon 10X delay to after 2029

Following the termination of the trinational New Generation Fighter/FCAS program, Dassault Aviation is moving to develop a Rafale successor via an independent combat-aircraft demonstration effort targeted for 2032. In parallel, Dassault has pushed Falcon 10X entry into service to no earlier than 2029, citing schedule slippage tied to tighter post–A320neo/max-style certification requirements.

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2026-07-22T22:04:27.308266-07:00

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DOT extends Asia Pacific Airlines (Guam) deadline for 7x weekly Hong Kong–Manila fifth-freedom cargo service

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2026-07-22T16:42:13.911102-07:00

Politico

Beijing demands parts and service guarantees stall Boeing purchase talks amid risk of future US export restrictions

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2026-07-22T15:09:01.296588-07:00

Bloomberg

FCC clears more upper C-band for a 5G auction and overhauls satellite licensing with an “assembly line” approach

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2026-07-22T10:27:06.816588-07:00

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Dassault pivots after FCAS breakup: Rafale successor demo plans by 2032 alongside Falcon 10X delay to after 2029 Following the termination of the trinational New Generation Fighter/FCAS program, Dassault Aviation is moving to develop a Rafale successor via an independent combat-aircraft demonstration effort targeted for 2032. In parallel, Dassault has pushed Falcon 10X entry into service to no earlier than 2029, citing schedule slippage tied to tighter post–A320neo/max-style certification requirements.

2026-07-22T22:04:27.308266-07:00

Dassault pivots after FCAS breakup: Rafale successor demo plans by 2032 alongside Falcon 10X delay to after 2029

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DOT extends Asia Pacific Airlines (Guam) deadline for 7x weekly Hong Kong–Manila fifth-freedom cargo service The US Department of Transportation extended the start deadline for Asia Pacific Airlines (Guam)’s planned fifth-freedom cargo service from Hong Kong International to Manila (NAIA) to Oct. 31, 2026. The updated authorization took effect July 20 and covers 7x weekly operations.

2026-07-22T16:42:13.911102-07:00

DOT extends Asia Pacific Airlines (Guam) deadline for 7x weekly Hong Kong–Manila fifth-freedom cargo service

Politico

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Beijing demands parts and service guarantees stall Boeing purchase talks amid risk of future US export restrictions China’s push for assurances on parts supply and service support has disrupted a Boeing purchase agreement, with the proposal “falling apart” as Boeing grapples with the prospect of further US export restrictions. The standoff centers on whether Beijing can secure long-term support coverage under changing trade controls.

2026-07-22T15:09:01.296588-07:00

Beijing demands parts and service guarantees stall Boeing purchase talks amid risk of future US export restrictions

Washington Post

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Republicans block bill seeking to halt retrofit spending on Qatari-gifted Air Force One Democrats moved to stop the Pentagon from funding additional work on Air Force One, calling the Qatari-gifted aircraft an “illegal” gift. Republicans blocked legislation intended to halt the retrofit process, keeping Pentagon spending on the modification program on track.

2026-07-22T11:40:38.476239-07:00

Republicans block bill seeking to halt retrofit spending on Qatari-gifted Air Force One

Paddle Your Own Kanoo

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Flight attendants accuse American Airlines of privacy-law violations tied to new in-flight performance tracking app Flight attendants at American Airlines allege the carrier’s new performance-tracking application violates California privacy law. The dispute centers on how data is collected and used to monitor crew performance, raising questions about compliance for technology-enabled workplace oversight.

2026-07-22T11:03:48.278908-07:00

Flight attendants accuse American Airlines of privacy-law violations tied to new in-flight performance tracking app

Bloomberg

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FCC clears more upper C-band for a 5G auction and overhauls satellite licensing with an “assembly line” approach The FCC voted July 22 to approve another C-band auction next year, requiring satellite operators to clear 160 MHz of upper C-band spectrum, while also adopting sweeping reforms to space and earth-station licensing via a “licensing assembly line.” In parallel, the FAA will require radio altimeter upgrades ahead of expanded C-band wireless services starting in 2030.

2026-07-22T10:27:06.816588-07:00

FCC clears more upper C-band for a 5G auction and overhauls satellite licensing with an “assembly line” approach

Breaking Defense

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At Farnborough, US lawmakers question the Pentagon’s reconciliation spending request As lawmakers visited Farnborough, several signaled hesitation toward the Pentagon’s reconciliation spending request in Congress. The comments underscore how budget strategy and the legislative path for defense funding remain unsettled as the US heads toward key fiscal decisions.

2026-07-22T07:43:55.528067-07:00

At Farnborough, US lawmakers question the Pentagon’s reconciliation spending request

Reuters

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EU to review airline ownership rules, threatening US-backed takeover bids for easyJet The European Commission is preparing a review of EU airline ownership and control rules aimed at blocking foreign investors from gaining effective control of European carriers, an official told Reuters. The move raises uncertainty around two US investment firms’ takeover bids for easyJet, following a sharp share selloff.

2026-07-22T06:42:41.944462-07:00

EU to review airline ownership rules, threatening US-backed takeover bids for easyJet

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