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Airbus A320neo demand surges, but engine waitlists and delivery constraints strain the narrowbody ramp

Airbus booked a March order surge—331 aircraft worth $23.2 billion—supported by continued A320neo demand, even as delivery headwinds persist. The cluster highlights aircraft sitting idle awaiting engines, while engine OEMs ramp (e.g., Leap production targets for 2026) and aftermarket support expands (AerFin’s V2500 capability), underscoring a widening gap between order intake and available propulsion.

2026-04-23T08:25:12.624069-07:00

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Safran reports €8.6bn Q1 2026 revenue (+18.8%), driven by civil engine aftermarket—CEO cites little/no Middle East war impact

2026-04-22T22:05:46.145340-07:00

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Textron and Safran expand European distribution and helicopter engine maintenance footprint in Düsseldorf and Germany

2026-04-22T10:50:05.157855-07:00

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Safran Aircraft Engines invests €150m in a 30,000-ton Gennevilliers forging press for critical LEAP and Rafale engine parts

2026-04-13T05:55:44.542193-07:00

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Airbus A320neo demand surges, but engine waitlists and delivery constraints strain the narrowbody ramp Airbus booked a March order surge—331 aircraft worth $23.2 billion—supported by continued A320neo demand, even as delivery headwinds persist. The cluster highlights aircraft sitting idle awaiting engines, while engine OEMs ramp (e.g., Leap production targets for 2026) and aftermarket support expands (AerFin’s V2500 capability), underscoring a widening gap between order intake and available propulsion.

2026-04-23T08:25:12.624069-07:00

Airbus A320neo demand surges, but engine waitlists and delivery constraints strain the narrowbody ramp

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Safran reports €8.6bn Q1 2026 revenue (+18.8%), driven by civil engine aftermarket—CEO cites little/no Middle East war impact Safran posted adjusted Q1 2026 revenue of €8.6bn, up 18.8% versus Q1 2025 (+23.0% on an organic basis), with propulsion revenue rising 23.6% to €4.6bn. The CEO said there’s little to no slowdown in CFM56 and LEAP engine MRO despite the war in the Middle East, and expects full-year revenue at the high end of guidance.

2026-04-22T22:05:46.145340-07:00

Safran reports €8.6bn Q1 2026 revenue (+18.8%), driven by civil engine aftermarket—CEO cites little/no Middle East war impact

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Textron and Safran expand European distribution and helicopter engine maintenance footprint in Düsseldorf and Germany Textron is expanding its European parts and distribution center in Düsseldorf, adding 1,000 sq m this year to support regional inventory and fulfillment. Separately, Safran inaugurated a new German facility focused on helicopter engine maintenance, positioning the company to better serve the European market.

2026-04-22T10:50:05.157855-07:00

Textron and Safran expand European distribution and helicopter engine maintenance footprint in Düsseldorf and Germany

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EDF backs SHARP, a €25m next-gen helicopter engine R&T consortium led by Avio Aero, MTU and Safran The European Defence Fund (EDF) has awarded €25 million ($29 million) under its 2025 work programme to SHARP, a next-generation military helicopter engine technology project led by the EURA consortium—Avio Aero (GE Aerospace-owned), MTU Aero Engines and Safran Helicopter Engines—with 25 partners.

2026-04-17T08:36:59.788141-07:00

EDF backs SHARP, a €25m next-gen helicopter engine R&T consortium led by Avio Aero, MTU and Safran

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Safran and RAVE Aerospace unveil ‘Origin’ dual demonstrators for premium cabin seats and hyperpersonalized IFE at AIX 2026 At Aircraft Interiors Expo in Hamburg, RAVE Aerospace and Safran Seats presented “Origin,” a joint vision for premium travel delivered through two demonstrators. The concept pairs advanced aircraft seating with in-seat entertainment, targeting hyperpersonalized, immersive digital experiences in the cabin.

2026-04-16T06:39:39.955419-07:00

Safran and RAVE Aerospace unveil ‘Origin’ dual demonstrators for premium cabin seats and hyperpersonalized IFE at AIX 2026

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Safran Aircraft Engines invests €150m in a 30,000-ton Gennevilliers forging press for critical LEAP and Rafale engine parts Safran Aircraft Engines says it will invest €150m to upgrade its historic Gennevilliers forging operation with a 30,000 metric ton hydraulic press. The added capacity is aimed at producing strategic engine components for both commercial programmes (including LEAP) and military applications, including Rafale engine parts.

2026-04-13T05:55:44.542193-07:00

Safran Aircraft Engines invests €150m in a 30,000-ton Gennevilliers forging press for critical LEAP and Rafale engine parts

FlightGlobal

H55 selects Safran ENGINeUS to power Bristell B23 Energic electric trainer, with serial production set for 2027 Swiss electrification specialist H55 has chosen Safran Electrical & Power’s ENGINeUS motor to propel the battery-powered Bristell B23 Energic, a 100% electric trainer. Safran will support both prototype and serial phases starting in 2027, as the partners push certification and scale.

2026-04-13T03:53:28.142695-07:00

H55 selects Safran ENGINeUS to power Bristell B23 Energic electric trainer, with serial production set for 2027

Inflight Online

SHD Composites, Safran-backed EcoSuite consortium develop lightweight sustainable materials for aircraft interiors SHD Composites has developed lightweight, sustainable materials and processes for EcoSuite, a UK consortium led by Safran Seats GB and including government, research and industry partners. The programme pairs UK innovation with Safran Group’s global engineering capability to reduce weight and lifecycle emissions of aircraft interiors.

2026-04-09T02:57:14.713349-07:00

SHD Composites, Safran-backed EcoSuite consortium develop lightweight sustainable materials for aircraft interiors

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Airbus A320neo demand surges, but engine waitlists and delivery constraints strain the narrowbody ramp

Safran reports €8.6bn Q1 2026 revenue (+18.8%), driven by civil engine aftermarket—CEO cites little/no Middle East war impact

Textron and Safran expand European distribution and helicopter engine maintenance footprint in Düsseldorf and Germany

Safran Aircraft Engines invests €150m in a 30,000-ton Gennevilliers forging press for critical LEAP and Rafale engine parts

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