Embraer and Generation 5 Holding have signed an exclusive strategic partnership agreement to cover a comprehensive scope of the C‑390 Millennium multi-mission military transport aircraft in the UAE. Under this agreement, the two companies aim to develop comprehensive maintenance, repair and overhaul capabilities and after-sales support for the aircraft in the UAE and the Middle East...
AI-based climb profile optimization will help ITA Airways to reduce fuel consumption. The airline has already achieved substantial reductions and is on track to deliver more than 7,100 tons of fuel savings and over 22,100 tons of CO₂ across 2025 and 2026. The airline’s innovative, data-driven approach, supported by SITA OptiFlight®, will enhance performance while delivering benefits and...
A major milestone has been achieved on May 2nd, 2026, the successful first flight of the Do228 NXTdemonstrator aircraft took place. This symbolizes the beginning of a new chapter in the history of the multi-role aircraft and key moment for aircraft production in Germany. The latest version of the proven turboprop aircraft took off to the skies almost 45 years after the first flight of the ico...
Euroairlines, the Spanish company specialized in air distribution, is reinforcing its presence in Asia through a new interline agreement with Greater Bay Airlines, at Hong Kong-based carrier. This partnership expands the flight networks of both companies and offers passengers a wider range of travel options. The agreement supports Euroairlines’ continued growth in the Asian market b...
Premium XXL: Lufthansa is retrofitting its eight A380s and installing a completely new Business Class in its largest aircraft. In the future, Business Class on the A380 will offer even more comfort and privacy at a new premium level. The new Thompson seats feature a seat width of 58 cm, a bed length of at least two meters, and flexible partitions—making this the most comfortable Business Cla...
Rolls-Royce has been selected by LATAM Airlines to power three Boeing 787 Dreamliners with Trent 1000 XE engines. The Trent 1000 XE engines feature several upgrades following Rolls-Royce's certified two-phase durability enhancement program. This includes a re-engineered high-pressure turbine blade that increases cooling air flow by 40%, offering more than double the time-on-wing of its predece...
Egyptian national airline took delivery of its first 737 MAX. The 737-8 is the first of 18 airplanes leased from SMBC Aviation Capital to be delivered and represents the first 737 MAX in Egypt. The 737-8 complements EgyptAir's fleet of 30 Next-Generation 737 jets with operational commonality and enhanced efficiency, reducing fuel use and emissions by 20% compared to the airplanes it repla...
Emirates SkyCargo launched a weekly freighter service to Toronto Pearson Airport, further strengthening air cargo links between Canada and the UAE. The new service expands cargo connectivity for Canadian businesses and supports growing bilateral trade flows. Badr Abbas, Emirates SkyCargo’s Divisional Senior Vice President commented: “Our freighter service to Toronto is an impor...
Organizing a major aviation event is a real challenge, even for organizers with a long history and enormous experience. The interests of exhibitors and visitors, improvements, and innovations. A strategy to ensure that the event’s development remains meaningful to professionals and the public. The 32nd edition of AERO has set new records. A total of 860 exhibitors from 50 coun...
Diamond Aircraft announced the official launch of DADEVISTA, company’ new web-based 3D aircraft configurator, first unveiled at AERO Friedrichshafen 2026 and now live on the Diamond Aircraft website for public use. DADEVISTA, or the Diamond Aircraft Digital Environment for Visual Interactive Tendering Application, is designed to transform the way customers explore, understand, and...
Biman Bangladesh Airlines has placed its largest-ever order, selecting 14 787 Dreamliner and 737 MAX airplanes to expand and modernize its fleet. The new order includes: Eight 787-10s, Biman's first order of the largest 787 variant, to serve high-demand flights to the Middle East Two 787-9s to support long-haul service to Europe and North America Four 737-8s, the airline...
Following four days of the event, Tecnam announced conclusion of its most successful AERO Friedrichshafen exhibition to date. Commanding the largest booth at the entire show, the 2026 edition served as the perfect global stage for Tecnam to unveil groundbreaking new aircraft, secure massive fleet expansion contracts, and celebrate the strength of the general aviation community. Throug...
