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Essential news for 25 Oct 2026

Bombardier expands across the Americas, creating thousands of jobs throughout its network and supply chain

Bombardier announced plans to further expand its presence across the United States, with the creation of 800 jobs supported by ongoing growth initiatives and strategic infrastructure investments. The company is currently recruiting for approximately 500 positions nationwide and expects to generate an additional 300 jobs through a series of facility expansion projects. Texas has been identifie...

Archer announces air taxi networks across Houston, Dallas and Austin

Archer Aviation has unveiled plans to develop three air taxi networks across Austin, Dallas-Fort Worth and Houston, aiming to improve connectivity between major airports, business centers and key regional destinations throughout the Texas Triangle. Home to more than 20 million residents, the Texas Triangle encompasses some of the fastest-growing metropolitan areas in the United States. Rapid...

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Lufthansa Technik Engine Services expands Tulsa operations to support growth across the Americas

Lufthansa Technik Engine Services (LTES) is significantly expanding its engine maintenance capabilities in Tulsa, Oklahoma, nearly doubling its operational capacity as part of its growth strategy across the Americas. The project will increase the facility's work bays from 28 to 46, supporting V2500, CFM56-5B/7B, Rolls-Royce Tay 611-8/8C and Pratt & Whitney GTF engines. A dedicated mod...

Oriens Aviation appoints Narine Melkumjan as Tecnam Sales Manager for the Netherlands

Oriens Aviation has appointed Narine Melkumjan as Sales Manager for the Netherlands, strengthening its presence in the Dutch market following its designation as Tecnam’s exclusive dealer in the country earlier this year. Based at Breda International Airport, Melkumjan will serve as the primary contact for flight schools, flying clubs and private operators interested in Tecnam aircraft....

Cirrus breaks ground on new engine run-up facility

Cirrus Aircraft has broken ground on a new 15,000-square-foot Engine Run-Up Center that will centralize engine testing, fuel calibration and certification activities for the SR Series, Vision Jet and the recently introduced TRAC10 training aircraft. Representing an investment of more than $8 million, the facility is designed to provide a dedicated, climate-controlled environment that supports year...