Switzerland’s first F-35A enters major assembly at Lockheed Martin Marietta, with delivery to Arkansas set for mid-2027.
Aerospace
Boeing nears FAA certification of the 737 Max 7 and Max 10, with Max 7 approval expected this summer and Max 10 by year-end.
Hermeus Quarterhorse Mk 2.1 achieves first supersonic flight at Mach 1.21 over White Sands during its third test flight.
Airbus has officially moved its ultra-premium “First Class Experience” cabin for the A350-1000 into the development phase, signaling a major push into the growing luxury long-haul market.
Japan Airlines (JL) has unveiled an ambitious lunar preservation initiative that aims to transport cultural artefacts and regional products from Earth to the moon by 2028.
Cathay Cargo expands its Airbus A350F freighter order to eight aircraft, strengthening Hong Kong’s global air cargo hub status.
Boeing increases 737 production to 47 jets monthly, targets 52 by early 2027 with new Everett production line.
SIA Engineering Company (SIAEC) has officially opened a new widebody aircraft maintenance facility in Malaysia, strengthening its regional maintenance, repair, and overhaul network across Asia.
The Boeing 777X certification program entered a major new phase after the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) formally approved Phase 4A Type Inspection Authorization testing for the Boeing 777-9.
India finalises Rs 3.25 lakh crore Letter of Request for 114 Rafale fighter jets; LoR to be sent to France soon.