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Embraer Reports Record US$2.3 Billion Third-Quarter Revenue as Backlog Reaches US$35.7 Billion

10/11/2026 3 minute read

Embraer has reported record third-quarter revenues of US$2.3 billion for 2026, representing a 17% increase year-on-year, as strong performances across all four of its business divisions helped drive improved financial results and prompted the Brazilian OEM to raise its full-year financial guidance. The results for the three months ending September [read more]

GE Aerospace Announces $1M+ to Support Veteran Causes

GE Aerospace donates $200,000 to UK Armed Forces charities ahead of Remembrance Day

09/11/2026 3 minute read

GE Aerospace has announced £200,000 in donations to two UK Armed Forces charities as part of a wider international initiative providing more than $1 million in support for military veterans, serving personnel and their families. The contributions will see $100,000 donated to both Forces Employment Charity and SSAFA, the Armed [read more]

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Virgin Atlantic and Delta vow to challenge Heathrow decision to split operations between terminals

06/11/2026 5 minute read

Virgin Atlantic and Delta Air Lines have stepped up their opposition to London Heathrow Airport’s decision to separate the two airlines’ operations, with both carriers warning that the move could undermine competition, complicate passenger connections and weaken their long-standing transatlantic partnership. The dispute centres on Heathrow’s plans to relocate Delta [read more]

Further Bomb Threats affect European Flights as Ryanair and Aer Lingus flights are targeted

05/11/2026 6 minute read

A fresh wave of bomb threats targeting passenger aircraft across Europe has prompted further emergency diversions, fighter jet interceptions and security inspections, with a Ryanair flight departing London Stansted among at least 14 services affected on Thursday 5th of November. The latest incidents mark the third consecutive day of significant [read more]

Loganair has displayed the Poppyscotland decal on one of its ATR-72 600 aircraft

Loganair Aircraft to Carry Poppyscotland Tribute Ahead of Remembrance Day

05/11/2026 2 minute read

Loganair has unveiled a special tribute to the Armed Forces community ahead of Remembrance Day, with the official Poppyscotland logo being displayed on aircraft within its fleet. The initiative will see the aircraft operate across Loganair’s extensive network, carrying a visible symbol of remembrance to communities throughout Scotland and the [read more]

The Red Arrows at RIAT (Image: UK Aviation Media)

RIAT to relocate to MOD Boscombe Down for 2027 airshow and future events

04/11/2026 4 minute read

The Royal International Air Tattoo (RIAT) is to relocate from RAF Fairford to MOD Boscombe Down in Wiltshire, with the new venue set to host the 2027 event and all future editions of the world’s largest military airshow. The announcement was made by Royal Air Force Charitable Trust Enterprises (RAFCTE), [read more]

A British Airways A318 at London City Airport (Image: UK Aviation Media)

Why Did the Airbus A318 Flop? The Story of the A320 Family’s Forgotten Aircraft

04/11/2026 10 minute read

When Airbus launched the A318, it had an ambitious proposition: take the successful A320 family and create a smaller aircraft capable of serving routes where its larger siblings might be too big. It would offer airlines the familiarity, commonality and operational advantages of the A320 family, while opening up new [read more]

British Airways and Viva Announce New Codeshare Partnership, Expanding Connectivity Across Mexico

03/11/2026 2 minute read

British Airways has announced a new codeshare agreement with Mexican low-cost carrier Viva, expanding travel options between the UK, Europe and destinations across Mexico. The partnership will allow British Airways customers to book connecting journeys to 13 destinations across Mexico served by Viva, including Guadalajara, Monterrey and Puerto Vallarta, through [read more]

Ryanair Boeing 737-800 (Image: UK Aviation Media)

UK Flights Targeted by Wave of Bomb Threats as Ryanair, Wizz Air and LOT Services Disrupted

03/11/2026 6 minute read

A series of bomb threats targeting passenger aircraft departing the UK has prompted emergency diversions, fighter jet interceptions and extensive security searches across Europe, disrupting flights operated by Ryanair, Wizz Air and LOT Polish Airlines. Three UK-originating flights were affected between Monday the 2nd and Tuesday the 3rd of November, [read more]

Avolon partners with I Squared Capital and ADIA to launch $1.4bn aircraft leasing platform

02/11/2026 3 minute read

Dublin, Ireland headquatered aviation finance specialists Avolon have announced an agreement with infrastructure investor I Squared Capital and a wholly owned subsidiary of the Abu Dhabi Investment Authority (ADIA) to establish a new aircraft leasing investment platform, Constellation Aviation. The joint venture will combine long-term institutional investment with Avolon’s established [read more]

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Four killed in Chinook crash during EU peacekeeping mission in Bosnia

30/10/2026 3 minute read

Four people have been killed and a further 11 injured after an Italian Army Boeing CH-47 Chinook helicopter crashed during operations supporting the European Union’s peacekeeping mission in Bosnia and Herzegovina. The accident happened on Thursday, 29th of October, in the Gorice area of the Brčko District in northern Bosnia, [read more]

Emirates A380 approaching London Gatwick (Image: UK Aviation Media)

Emirates Skywards Offers Bonus Miles on Hotels, Holidays and Car Hire This Winter

29/10/2026 2 minute read

Emirates Skywards members can boost their Miles balances this winter with a range of limited-time offers covering hotel stays, holiday packages, car rentals and loyalty points conversions. The loyalty programme, operated by Emirates and flydubai, has announced a series of promotions running from 29 October to November 2026, giving members [read more]

Rolls-Royce and UK Government unveil £2.5bn plan to secure next-generation aircraft engine work

28/10/2026 4 minute read

Rolls-Royce and the UK Government have announced plans for a 10-year, £2.5 billion research and technology programme aimed at securing the UK’s position in the next generation of commercial aircraft engines, with the potential to deliver £120 billion to the national economy over the programme’s lifetime. The proposed partnership would [read more]

UK Airport Expansion Plans: Billions Set to Transform Britain’s Aviation Network but who is doing what?

28/10/2026 11 minute read

Britain’s airports are preparing for a new era of investment, with plans to expand terminals, increase passenger capacity, improve transport links and reopen facilities that could reshape the UK’s aviation network over the coming years. From proposals for a third runway at Heathrow and the approved Northern Runway project at [read more]

Doncaster Sheffield Airport Set for Public Ownership as South Yorkshire Leaders Approve Landmark Deal

27/10/2026 4 minute read

South Yorkshire’s leaders have approved plans to bring Doncaster Sheffield Airport (DSA) and the adjacent Innovation Quarter employment land into public ownership, marking a significant milestone in efforts to restore commercial aviation to the region. The decision was taken at a meeting of the South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority (SYMCA) [read more]

Jersey Aero Club Celebrates 75 Years of Island Aviation with Commemorative Stamp Collection

27/10/2026 3 minute read

Jersey’s aviation heritage is being celebrated with a special commemorative stamp collection marking the 75th anniversary of the Jersey Aero Club, recognising the organisation’s contribution to flying, pilot training and the island’s aviation community since 1951. Released by Jersey Post, the Jersey Aero Club 75th Anniversary stamp issue highlights the [read more]

Caerdav Expands St Athan Maintenance Capabilities with New Composites and Paint Workshop

27/10/2026 2 minute read

Welsh aircraft maintenance specialist Caerdav has begun work on a new composites and paint workshop at its St Athan base in South Wales, with the facility expected to open in early 2027 and create additional employment opportunities in the local area. The development forms part of Caerdav’s long-term growth strategy [read more]

Filton recognised as world’s longest continuously operating aircraft design and manufacturing site

26/10/2026 3 minute read

Filton’s extraordinary contribution to British and global aviation has received international recognition, with the historic Gloucestershire site and airfield named an AIAA Historic Aerospace Site in acknowledgement of more than a century of aircraft design and manufacturing. The American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA) has recognised Filton for its [read more]

easyJet to offer connectivity onboard for the first time with Starlink, the fastest Wi-Fi in the sky, with rapid roll out coming from 2027

easyJet to introduce Starlink Wi-Fi across its fleet from 2027

26/10/2026 3 minute read

easyJet is to introduce high-speed inflight Wi-Fi for the first time, partnering with SpaceX’s Starlink satellite network to bring internet connectivity to millions of passengers travelling with the airline. The rollout is scheduled to begin in the first half of 2027, with the installation of Starlink connectivity across easyJet’s Airbus [read more]

British Airways inaugural flight from Gatwick to Colombo touches down in Sri Lanka

British Airways launches Colombo flights as winter 2026 schedule brings new routes and extra capacity

26/10/2026 4 minute read

British Airways has launched its new winter 2026 schedule with the introduction of flights to Colombo, Sri Lanka, as the airline expands its international network with new routes, additional services and increased capacity across popular destinations. The new schedule includes four new routes, additional aircraft entering the fleet and the [read more]

An Airbus A350-1000XWB touches down at Farnborough (Image: Max Thrust Digital)

Aerospace Growth Forecast to Continue in 2027 as Supply Chain Pressures Challenge UK Industry

26/10/2026 5 minute read

Global commercial aerospace revenue is forecast to grow by 11.5% in 2027, but persistent supply chain pressures and concerns over production reliability could make it increasingly difficult for manufacturers to keep pace with demand, according to a new report from Accenture. The consultancy’s latest Commercial Aerospace Insight Report, published on [read more]

A380-Style Training Facility Prepares UK Airport Firefighters for Major Emergencies

21/10/2026 3 minute read

Airport firefighters are being given more opportunities to prepare for major aircraft emergencies following the expansion of aviation rescue training facilities at Capita’s Fire Service College in Gloucestershire. Two specialist training rigs introduced during 2026 are designed to help crews practise responding to demanding aircraft incidents, including searches in smoke-filled [read more]

UK Aviation Industry Introduces New Protections for Disabled Passengers

19/10/2026 4 minute read

Disabled passengers are set to benefit from improved protection when travelling by air, with new measures aimed at preventing damage to wheelchairs, improving staff training and making assistance at airports more accessible. The changes are being introduced across the UK aviation industry following recommendations from former Paralympian Baroness Tanni Grey-Thompson, [read more]

Airbus Secures 75-Aircraft A320neo Order from ACG

16/10/2026 4 minute read

Airbus has secured a major new order for 75 A320neo Family aircraft from aircraft lessor Aviation Capital Group (ACG), extending the aircraft manufacturer’s orderbook into the mid-2030s and reinforcing the importance of its UK manufacturing operations. The agreement, which is scheduled for delivery between 2032 and 2035, represents the largest [read more]

Saxon Air wins helicopter operartor of the year

Saxon Air Wins Helicopter Operator of the Year for Third Time in Five Years

14/10/2026 2 minute read

Saxon Air has been named Helicopter Operator of the Year at the Air Charter Association Awards 2026, securing the accolade for the third time in five years as the UK aviation company continues to expand its helicopter charter operations. The award recognises excellence across the air charter industry and marks [read more]

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Widerøe Named Europe’s Regional Airline of the Year as Belfast Hosts 2026 Aviation Awards

13/10/2026 4 minute read

Europe’s regional airlines have been recognised for their contributions to connectivity, sustainability and innovation at the European Regions Airline Association (ERAA) 2026 Airline Awards, held in Belfast. Norwegian carrier Widerøe took the top honour, being named ERAA Airline of the Year 2026, while also winning the Regional Connectivity Award. ASL [read more]

Avolon Orders 250 New Aircraft from Airbus and Boeing in Major Fleet Expansion

11/10/2026 3 minute read

Global aircraft lessor Avolon has announced firm orders for 250 new-generation aircraft from Airbus and Boeing, significantly expanding its future delivery pipeline as airlines continue to renew and grow their fleets. The Dublin-headquartered aviation finance company has placed orders for 140 Boeing 737 MAX aircraft and 110 Airbus aircraft, comprising [read more]

British Airways Reveals New Airbus A380 Cabins as Major Retrofit Programme Nears Service Entry

08/10/2026 6 minute read

British Airways has unveiled the new cabin interiors that will feature on its refurbished Airbus A380 fleet, marking a significant step in the airline’s plans to modernise its long-haul passenger experience. The multi-million-pound investment will see the aircraft receive new seats across all four cabins, upgraded in-flight entertainment screens and [read more]

British Airways Unveils Major Heathrow Lounge Investment with New Terminal 5 Facility Due in 2028

08/10/2026 4 minute read

British Airways has announced a major investment in its Heathrow Airport lounges, including a new flagship facility at Terminal 5, a complete redevelopment of its arrivals lounge and a new premium check-in experience at Terminal 3. The programme represents one of the airline’s largest-ever investments in its lounge network and [read more]

Ontic Opens New 72,000 sq ft Aerospace MRO Facility in Gloucestershire

06/10/2026 3 minute read

Ontic has officially opened a new dedicated Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) facility in Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire, bringing around 200 specialists together as part of a $30 million global investment in its aftermarket support capabilities. The purpose-built 72,000 sq ft site will strengthen the aerospace supplier’s ability to support airlines and [read more]

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Service Inquiry finds decades-old debris likely caused fatal Spitfire crash near RAF Coningsby

05/10/2026 3 minute read

A Royal Air Force Service Inquiry has concluded that debris which had been present inside the carburettor of a Battle of Britain Memorial Flight Spitfire for decades was very likely to have caused the loss of engine power that resulted in the fatal crash near RAF Coningsby on 25 May [read more]

A USAF B1-B Lancer takes off from RAF Fairford

US pulls bombers from RAF Fairford days after alleged terror plot was foiled

05/10/2026 2 minute read

The US has recalled all of its B1-B Bombers from RAF Fairford in Gloucestershire where they have been using them to carry out operations in the Iran conflict. The Pentagon did not give a reason for the end of the deployment, which at its height saw B1-B Lancer and B52 [read more]

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Ontic expands US aerospace portfolio with Aero-Mach acquisition

04/10/2026 3 minute read

Ontic has expanded its aerospace portfolio with the acquisition of Wichita-based Aero-Mach Companies, adding three established specialist brands, new manufacturing and aftermarket capabilities, and a long-standing customer base to the growing aerospace group. The acquisition brings Aero-Mach Labs, Aero-Mach Wilco and Aero-Mach TCO into the Ontic family, further strengthening the [read more]