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CNBC • Leslie Josephs

Boeing Q2 2026: Revenue up to $24.6B, 171 deliveries, but continued net loss and weaker non-GAAP EPS

Boeing reported second-quarter results with revenue of $24.6 billion and 171 commercial aircraft deliveries, alongside a record $715 billion backlog and stronger cash flow as it continues its post-crisis turnaround. The company posted a net loss of $428 million, while non-GAAP EPS of -$0.76 missed expectations.

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2026-07-28T04:38:45.876468-07:00
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Breaking Defense • Ashley Roque

PACAF looks to reduce exercise participation to preserve 'readiness': Commander

By Breaking Defense: WASHINGTON — US Pacific Air Forces (PACAF) is reevaluating its upcoming exercise schedule to help preserve “readiness” in the face of increased commitments around the globe, including the Middle East, according to the four-star general overseeing the region.

2026-07-28T07:12:28.491494-07:00
UAV Development & Drone Programs   ATC   Aerial Firefighting   Europe   Aviation Safety & Regulation   Geopolitical Developments & Conflict Impact   Defense Policy  
Associated Press • STEPHEN McGRATH, Vadim Ghirda

NATO member Romania shoots down stray drones from Ukraine war after years of incursions

By Associated Press: Romania is taking a new approach to drones entering its airspace by shooting them down. Since Russia's invasion of Ukraine, drones have repeatedly violated Romania's airspace.

2026-07-28T03:40:23.497039-07:00
UAV Development & Drone Programs   Dassault Aviation   Europe   Military Aircraft Procurement   Defense Industry & Major Contractors   Defense Policy   BAE Systems  
FlightGlobal • Craig Hoyle

FalconWorks chief details BAE Systems’ 25-year path to Brontanax CCA

By FlightGlobal: Unveiling propels UK to top table of CCA market. With global interest in a new class of collaborative combat aircraft (CCA) having taken off this decade, including with the US Air Force earlier this year ordering its first operational examples, the UK had looked at risk of falling critically behind.

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2026-07-28T03:06:53.364479-07:00
Helicopter   Military Aircraft Procurement   Defense Industry & Major Contractors   Textron  
FlightGlobal • Greg Waldron

Bell wins upgrade work for USMC H-1 helicopters

By FlightGlobal: Upgrade will allow US Marine Corps helicopters to field more advanced capabilities. Bell has secured a contract from the US Navy to apply its Structural and Power Improvements for NextGen Effects (SPINE) upgrade to 49 H-1-family helicopters.

2026-07-27T21:06:41.654786-07:00