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Lufthansa Group cuts losses but issues fuel availability warning
Lufthansa Group posted encouraging results among its latest first quarter update but equally warned of “potentially reduced fuel availability later in the year” as an additional risk to the company. On May 5, 2026, Lufthansa Group said net income had improved against the same period last year by 25%…
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Textron’s fleet launch partner NetJets receives first Cessna Citation Ascends
Textron Aviation’s fleet launch partner NetJets has received its first three Cessna Citation Ascend executive jets following type certification at the end of last year. On May 5, 2026,…
Israel’s first KC-46 ‘Gideon’ tanker completes maiden flight in US skies
Israel’s first Boeing KC-46 Pegasus tanker, designated “Gideon” in Israeli service, has completed its maiden flight in US skies, the Israeli Ministry of Defense…
Taiwan carriers maintain fuel surcharges in May, absorbing rising fuel costs
Taiwan’s major airlines are holding fuel surcharges steady in May 2026, keeping rates at US$45 for short-haul international flights and US$117 for long-haul routes despite rising…
Singapore Airlines selects Starlink for Airbus A380 and A350 passengers
Singapore Airlines (SIA) will introduce Starlink Wi-Fi for passengers travelling on its Airbus A380 and A350-900 long-haul aircraft from 2027. On May 4, 2026, the serial Skytrax World’s Best…
US Air Force’s B-52J re-engining clears design review, nears flight testing
The US Air Force’s B-52 Commercial Engine Replacement Program has completed its Critical Design Review, clearing the way for the first two B-52H Stratofortress bombers to…
US Air Force clears Boeing T-7A Red Hawk for production
The United States Air Force has cleared the Boeing-Saab T-7A Red Hawk trainer for initial production, approving the first low-rate production lot…
Israel approves purchase of additional F-35I and F-15IA squadrons from the US
Israel has approved the purchase of two additional fighter jet squadrons from the United States, adding to its fleet of F-35I stealth jets and F-15IA multirole fighters in deals valued at tens…
Reaper, Hawkeye, EMALS: Is France as militarily sovereign as it thinks?
A new parliamentary report on French military dependence on foreign suppliers identifies gaps in sovereignty ranging from MALE drones to satellite-based early warning. The…
Dubai airport prepares for traffic rebound after UAE airspace fully reopens
Dubai International Airport (DXB) is preparing for a surge in demand as UAE airspace restrictions ease. Through weeks of regional disruption, the hub kept operations running, handling six…
Air India reduces long-haul schedule amid fuel cost pressure
Air India, the flag carrier of India, has decided to reduce its long-haul schedule through July 2026 as escalating fuel prices and airspace constraints place sustained pressure on operating…
Spirit Airlines collapses, ceases all operations
Spirit Airlines announced on the night of May 1-2, 2026 that it has ceased all operations, with immediate effect. This is one of the largest airline bankruptcies in the United States in…
Emirates SkyCargo launches new Canadian freighter service via Amsterdam
In an expansion of its freighter network, Emirates SkyCargo has launched a new weekly Canadian cargo service via Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS). On April 30, 2026, the airline announced the…
Scandinavian Airlines warns Europe risks future fuel shock without e‑SAF drive
A new report from Scandinavian Airlines (SAS) has warned that Europe risks future fuel shock without a significant drive to produce vast amounts of sustainable fuel. Published on April 30,…
Boeing secures Biman Bangladesh order for 787 Dreamliners and 737 MAX jets
Boeing has secured its largest-ever order from Biman Bangladesh Airlines, with the carrier confirming the purchase of multiple 787 Dreamliners and 737 MAX jets. On April 30, 2026, Boeing…
‘No country left behind.’ Exclusive interview with ICAO Deputy Head Miguel Marín
This year the city of Marrakech became the setting for the Global Implementation Support Symposium (GISS), organized by the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), which was held…
British Aviation Group: the power of collaboration is alive and kicking
The bustling British Aviation Group stand at PTE World London was undoubtedly one of the most vibrant and energetic areas on the exhibition floor at this year’s standout event. It was a hive…
Despite stronger Q1 2026 revenue, JetBlue remains deep in the red
New data shows that JetBlue Airways remained deeply unprofitable during the first quarter of 2026, even as the airline reported stronger revenue, higher fares and continued growth at its hub…
US passenger flights to Venezuela resume after seven-year suspension
For the first time in seven years, American Airlines resumed US passenger flights to Venezuela on April 30, 2026, launching daily Miami-Caracas service after federal officials lifted a 2019…
Rolls-Royce wins back LATAM business with Trent 1000 XE engine order
Rolls-Royce has won back LATAM Airlines as a Boeing 787 engine customer, securing an order to power three new Dreamliners with its upgraded Trent 1000 XE engines. The agreement marks a win for…
ANAC, FAA, and EASA sign off on Embraer’s redesigned Praetor 600E
Embraer announced on April 30, 2026, that the next-generation Praetor 600E super-midsize business jet has received type certification from Brazil’s National Civil Aviation…
