U.S. Air Force releases first B-1B Lancer ARRW hypersonic missile imagery as bomber’s service life extends to 2037 with new upgrades.
Aerospace
USAF seeks $9.9B for 1.1M flying hours in FY2027, a four-year high, but readiness gaps persist amid pilot shortages.
Bangladesh is set to formalize a major aviation deal with Boeing as part of a broader economic arrangement with the United States.
China Southern Airlines (CZ) has announced a major wide-scale narrowbody aircraft order with Airbus, committing to 137 A320neo family jets in a deal valued at approximately US$21.37 billion at list prices.
Airbus has informed U.S. regulators that it will not meet the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)’s July 31, 2026, deadline to equip Airbus A220 aircraft with secondary cockpit barriers, citing certification delays and supplier constraints.
Boeing 737-10 completes maximum brake energy test at Edwards AFB, stopping from 200 mph on worn brakes without thrust reversers.
Pentagon awards Lockheed Martin $177M for three F-35 flight test jets to accelerate delayed Block 4 upgrades and certifications.
USAF issues FAMM-BAR RFI for affordable 1,000-nm anti-ship missiles launched from cargo aircraft pallets for mass strike capability.
Russia uses civilian airlines and dual-use airfields to move troops and weapons, bypassing sanctions through shadow charter flights globally.
AIESL expands Nagpur MRO facility, seeks EASA approval for Airbus maintenance and eyes Boeing 777 P2F conversion capability.