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Day`s summary for 04 Nov 2026

Avolon finalizes major order for 140 Boeing 737-10 aircraft

Boeing and Avolon have finalized an order for 140 Boeing 737-10 aircraft, establishing a record for the largest 737 MAX purchase by a leasing company. The agreement boosts Avolon’s Boeing backlog to more than 240 unfilled aircraft orders. With lessors increasingly turning to larger narrowbody jets, the 737-10 has gained significant traction in 2026, attracting more than 230 commitments from...

FL Technics expands Thai footprint amid rising aircraft transition demand across APAC

Southeast Asia commercial aviation sector is entering a new phase of rapid growth. According to Boeing forecasts, the region’s commercial fleet is expected to expand from approximately 1,420 aircraft in 2024 to more than 5,100 by 2044. Across the wider Asia-Pacific market, Airbus anticipates demand for 19,560 new passenger aircraft over the next two decades, accounting for 46% of global...

TBMOPA elevates flight safety commitment at 2026 Annual Convention

The TBM Owners and Pilots Association (TBMOPA) elevated its commitment to flight safety at the 2026 Annual Convention, dedicating three days of programming to the principles and real-world application of effective aeronautical decision-making. Hosted in Phoenix, Arizona, the convention welcomed more than 300 participants, including TBM owners and operators, industry suppliers, service pr...