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Copa turns in US$212.5M Q1 profit, keeps capacity growth targets despite delivery delays and surging fuel costs

Copa Airlines reported a first-quarter 2026 net profit of US$212.5 million (up 20.2% year over year), with a 24.6% operating margin and 91.6% on-time performance. Management says it remains on prior capacity growth plans even as aircraft delivery delays constrain supply and jet-fuel prices rise.

2026-05-14T12:10:30.726646-07:00

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Satellogic reports Q1 momentum: revenue up 80% YoY, cash $129M, EBITDA loss narrowing; customer-paid constellation build begins

2026-05-14T11:33:20.956982-07:00

Aviation Today

New report: rising global avionics demand is accelerating advanced cockpit technologies

2026-05-14T10:52:08.981295-07:00

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USAF says B-52 modernization is “stabilized” after cost spikes and schedule delays

2026-05-14T11:53:51.215990-07:00

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Copa turns in US$212.5M Q1 profit, keeps capacity growth targets despite delivery delays and surging fuel costs Copa Airlines reported a first-quarter 2026 net profit of US$212.5 million (up 20.2% year over year), with a 24.6% operating margin and 91.6% on-time performance. Management says it remains on prior capacity growth plans even as aircraft delivery delays constrain supply and jet-fuel prices rise.

2026-05-14T12:10:30.726646-07:00

Copa turns in US$212.5M Q1 profit, keeps capacity growth targets despite delivery delays and surging fuel costs

Breaking Defense

USAF says B-52 modernization is “stabilized” after cost spikes and schedule delays The Air Force is working to steady B-52 modernization momentum after recent cost growth and schedule slips, according to a service official commenting amid ongoing upgrade execution pressures. The remarks suggest the program’s near-term risk profile has improved even as budgets and timelines remain under scrutiny.

2026-05-14T11:53:51.215990-07:00

USAF says B-52 modernization is “stabilized” after cost spikes and schedule delays

Space Intel Report

Satellogic reports Q1 momentum: revenue up 80% YoY, cash $129M, EBITDA loss narrowing; customer-paid constellation build begins Satellogic said revenue rose 80% in the three months ended March 31 versus a year earlier, with a reduced EBITDA loss and cash of $129 million (up 29% from Dec. 31). The company also cited a new customer paying for a constellation build, with deployments starting in October.

2026-05-14T11:33:20.956982-07:00

Satellogic reports Q1 momentum: revenue up 80% YoY, cash $129M, EBITDA loss narrowing; customer-paid constellation build begins

Aviation Today

New report: rising global avionics demand is accelerating advanced cockpit technologies A new value-intelligence industry report finds avionics demand “booming” globally, with growth helping fuel advanced cockpit technology programs. The trend points to continued investment in cockpit modernization—potentially expanding the aftermarket and technology-development pipeline for avionics-focused suppliers.

2026-05-14T10:52:08.981295-07:00

New report: rising global avionics demand is accelerating advanced cockpit technologies

Aviation Today

USAF to solicit industry support-equipment proposals for B-52H CERP at Tinker AFB The Air Force contracting office at Tinker AFB, Okla., will meet with companies to support the tooling and equipment needs for the B-52H Commercial Engine Replacement Program (CERP), as the service prepares to modify two aircraft later this year and begin broader fleet re-engining.

2026-05-14T09:30:10.827299-07:00

USAF to solicit industry support-equipment proposals for B-52H CERP at Tinker AFB

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South Korea readies KF-21 operational rollout as F-5 retirements target end-2027; Malaysia MRCA race starts toward 2029–30 repla South Korea’s Air Force is preparing for KF-21 deployment while planning to retire its aging F-5 fleet by the end of 2027—though cost overruns could delay timelines. Separately, Malaysia is expected to assess a new MRCA program in 2029 or 2030 to replace its F/A-18D Hornets and Su-30MKM, setting up a competitive field including KF-21, Su-57E, Rafale and Gripen.

2026-05-14T05:47:09.534898-07:00

South Korea readies KF-21 operational rollout as F-5 retirements target end-2027; Malaysia MRCA race starts toward 2029–30 repla

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PD-8 turbofan certification completed for Sukhoi Superjet import-substitution program; SJ-100 engine swap moves toward 2026/2027 United Engine Corporation has completed the PD-8 turbofan certification test campaign for the Sukhoi Superjet (SJ-100), with more than 6,500 operating hours accumulated, including nearly 1,450 flight-test hours aboard a Superjet flying laboratory. Rostec says SJ-100 overall approval is expected later this year, with import-substituted deliveries starting end-2026 or in Q1 2027.

2026-05-14T01:09:32.435567-07:00

PD-8 turbofan certification completed for Sukhoi Superjet import-substitution program; SJ-100 engine swap moves toward 2026/2027

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Eswatini Air warns fuel shortages could force flight cuts Eswatini Air has warned that looming fuel shortages may compel reductions to its flight schedule. The carrier’s notice highlights the operational risk airlines face when fuel availability tightens, with knock-on effects for capacity planning and passenger connectivity.

2026-05-13T23:58:41.888823-07:00

Eswatini Air warns fuel shortages could force flight cuts

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Copa turns in US$212.5M Q1 profit, keeps capacity growth targets despite delivery delays and surging fuel costs

Satellogic reports Q1 momentum: revenue up 80% YoY, cash $129M, EBITDA loss narrowing; customer-paid constellation build begins

New report: rising global avionics demand is accelerating advanced cockpit technologies

USAF says B-52 modernization is “stabilized” after cost spikes and schedule delays

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