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Airbus and Pratt & Whitney: A220 engine issue affecting only 2–3% of grounded fleet

Airbus and Pratt & Whitney say the engine problems that have hit the A220—and broader A320neo-family—are now nearly resolved, with only about 2–3% of the grounded A220s still attributed to the issue. The update frames a narrowing pathway back to service for the affected fleet.

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2026-07-07T00:30:42.943558-07:00

AINonline

Embraer and Airbus ramp delivery momentum: Embraer delivers 65 aircraft in Q2 2026 (best in 16 years) as Airbus eyes ~900 for 20

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2026-07-06T15:15:41.782176-07:00

Reuters

Boeing launches fourth 737 MAX final assembly line in Everett (“North Line”), first 737 build outside Renton, as 737-10 certific

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2026-07-06T00:59:34.248291-07:00

FlightGlobal

Rolls-Royce wins back Boeing 787 market share focus with Trent 1000 XE durability upgrades; outlines Raynesway site expansion ti

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2026-07-06T05:15:05.908995-07:00

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Cyprus Airways links forthcoming fleet decisions to ongoing engine issues Cyprus Airways says engine problems are influencing its near-term fleet planning and decisions. The airline’s update points to how powerplant reliability and availability are shaping aircraft utilization, capacity planning, and equipment choices.

2026-07-07T01:13:52.709659-07:00

Cyprus Airways links forthcoming fleet decisions to ongoing engine issues

Leeham News

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Airbus and Pratt & Whitney: A220 engine issue affecting only 2–3% of grounded fleet Airbus and Pratt & Whitney say the engine problems that have hit the A220—and broader A320neo-family—are now nearly resolved, with only about 2–3% of the grounded A220s still attributed to the issue. The update frames a narrowing pathway back to service for the affected fleet.

2026-07-07T00:30:42.943558-07:00

Airbus and Pratt & Whitney: A220 engine issue affecting only 2–3% of grounded fleet

FlightGlobal

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Re-engining question emerges for Yakovlev Superjet 100 as Russian PD-8 certification keeps SaM146-era aircraft optional Aviadvigatel’s recently certified PD-8 leaves open whether Yakovlev (formerly Sukhoi) Superjet 100 operators can retrofit the Russian-built powerplant to extend aircraft in service. The development effectively reopens the re-engining business case for the PD-8 versus the incumbent SaM146 configuration.

2026-07-06T23:15:53.613159-07:00

Re-engining question emerges for Yakovlev Superjet 100 as Russian PD-8 certification keeps SaM146-era aircraft optional

AINonline

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Embraer and Airbus ramp delivery momentum: Embraer delivers 65 aircraft in Q2 2026 (best in 16 years) as Airbus eyes ~900 for 20 Embraer posted its strongest second-quarter delivery performance in 16 years, delivering 65 aircraft in Q2 2026, with production leveling and higher executive-jet shipments supporting the quarterly total. Separately, Airbus is working to lift its 2026 delivery outlook, targeting 900 commercial aircraft after a strong June.

2026-07-06T15:15:41.782176-07:00

Embraer and Airbus ramp delivery momentum: Embraer delivers 65 aircraft in Q2 2026 (best in 16 years) as Airbus eyes ~900 for 20

FlightGlobal

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Rolls-Royce wins back Boeing 787 market share focus with Trent 1000 XE durability upgrades; outlines Raynesway site expansion ti Rolls-Royce says durability improvements to the Trent 1000 XE have restored competitive parity with GE Aerospace’s GEnx on the Boeing 787, helping LATAM add three new 787s powered by the engine. The company also points to delivery and time-on-wing momentum to support further Trent 1000 XE order confidence. Separately, Rolls-Royce Submarines has broken ground on foundational work for a new manufacturing facility as part of plans to double the size of its Raynesway site in Derby.

2026-07-06T05:15:05.908995-07:00

Rolls-Royce wins back Boeing 787 market share focus with Trent 1000 XE durability upgrades; outlines Raynesway site expansion ti

AirInsight

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Boeing North Line starts while Renton still runs ~19% below stated rate; Airbus’s “Rate 75” stresses production planning Boeing’s North Line opens, but MSN-level performance indicates Renton is operating about 19% below its stated production rate. The report adds that Airbus’s “Rate 75” ramp is also straining, underscoring supply-chain and execution risk for the duopoly’s near-term delivery commitments.

2026-07-06T05:14:41.574153-07:00

Boeing North Line starts while Renton still runs ~19% below stated rate; Airbus’s “Rate 75” stresses production planning

Reuters

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Boeing launches fourth 737 MAX final assembly line in Everett (“North Line”), first 737 build outside Renton, as 737-10 certific Boeing is putting a fourth 737 MAX final-assembly line into operation at its Everett, Washington complex—the “North Line” that marks the first time the MAX has been assembled outside Renton. The move is designed to expand narrowbody capacity and support future output planning, including the forthcoming 737 MAX 10, which remains awaiting FAA certification for deliveries.

2026-07-06T00:59:34.248291-07:00

Boeing launches fourth 737 MAX final assembly line in Everett (“North Line”), first 737 build outside Renton, as 737-10 certific

eVTOL Insights

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Surf Air Mobility and BETA launch electric aircraft trials in Hawai‘i; SkyDrive and Whitesky push eVTOL commercialization in Ind Surf Air Mobility Inc. and BETA Technologies have started an electric aviation demonstration program in Hawai‘i to evaluate the operational, infrastructure, and economic requirements for scaling low-emission interisland cargo and passenger air service. Separately, SkyDrive and helicopter operator Whitesky Aviation held a two-day Jakarta event to advance eVTOL commercial plans in Indonesia.

2026-07-05T23:51:19.270422-07:00

Surf Air Mobility and BETA launch electric aircraft trials in Hawai‘i; SkyDrive and Whitesky push eVTOL commercialization in Ind

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