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Day`s summary for 18 Oct 2026

Turkish Airlines and CFM sign landmark MOU for more than 600 LEAP-1B engines

Turkish Airlines has taken another major step in its fleet expansion strategy with the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding with CFM International for more than 300 LEAP-1B engines and a long-term services agreement covering its entire LEAP-powered fleet. Together, the commitments will support more than 600 engines across Turkish Airlines and AJet, while also laying the groundwork for expanded...

Piaggio Aerospace returns to NBAA-BACE, highlighting the P.180 Avanti EVO

Piaggio Aerospace will return to NBAA-BACE this October, bringing its flagship P.180 Avanti EVO to one of the most important gatherings of the global business aviation community while also highlighting the future of the Avanti programme through the development of the Avanti NX. The NBAA Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition will provide Piaggio Aerospace with an opportunity to showcas...