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Boeing and Turkish Airlines Finalize Order

24 Sep 2026 Boeing

Airlines

Boeing [NYSE: BA] and Turkish Airlines announced an order for up to 150 737 MAX airplanes, concluding the discussions initiated in 2025 and supporting the flag carrier's expansion goals.

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Boeing, Korean Air Announce Record 103-Airplane Order

24 Sep 2026 Boeing

Airlines

Boeing and Korean Air announced that the airline finalised its order for 103 jets across Boeing’s widebody and single-aisle airplane family.

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Air India named ‘Best Airline in India’

20 Sep 2026 Air India

Airlines

Air India receives multiple honours including ‘Best Airline in India’, ‘Best Airline Staff in India & South Asia’, and Skytrax 4-Star Airline certification.

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New President named at Pratt & Whitney

20 Sep 2026 Pratt and Whitney

News

RTX (NYSE: RTX) announced that Jill Albertelli has been appointed president of Pratt & Whitney, effective Jan. 1, 2027, and will report to RTX Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Chris Calio. Albertelli succeeds Shane Eddy, who has decided to retire.

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Sikorsky: The Marine One Legacy Lives On

20 Sep 2026 Lockheed Martin

Helicopters

The VH-92A Patriot® helicopter transports the President and Vice President of the United States and other officials. Sikorsky brings unmatched experience and a proven track record to this mission having flown every president since 1957.

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Ways GPS Satellites Are Being Made For the Future

20 Sep 2026 Lockheed Martin

Technology

The next generation of spacecraft assembly starts with a screen, not a wrench. Innovation drives every step of GPS IIIF production.

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Delivering relief when it counts

15 Sep 2026 Airbus

Helicopters

In early 2026, Mozambique experienced record-breaking floods that left hundreds of thousands without food and basic supplies. BAC Helicopters’ H130 was there to deliver relief to communities unapproachable by land.

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Countdown to A350F first flight

15 Sep 2026 Airbus

Technology

For the team preparing the Airbus A350 Freighter (A350F), the upcoming first flight is the result of five years of detailed planning, component and demonstrator testing.

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American Airlines Complete First 737 MAX Landing Gear Exchange

15 Sep 2026 Boeing

Airlines

Boeing (NYSE: BA) and American Airlines announced the successful completion of the first landing gear exchange for a 737 MAX.

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Statement on the review of the flyby DHL Stadium

11 Sep 2026 Airlink

News

Airlink acknowledges the South African Civil Aviation Authority’s (SACAA) update on the support it is providing in reviewing the flight data and all relevant information relating to the planning, preparation and production of last Saturday’s formation flyby over the Cape Town DHL Stadium.

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Gqeberha: South Africas Friendly Coastal Gateway

8 Sep 2026 Cesare

Travel

Gqeberha, formerly known as Port Elizabeth, is one of South Africa’s most rewarding coastal destinations for travellers who enjoy a mix of beach life, wildlife, heritage and relaxed city energy.

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RNZAFs NH90 sets a new flight hour milestone

8 Sep 2026 Airbus

Helicopters

Out at RNZAF Base Ohakea, an NH90 Tactical Troop Helicopter designated TNZA002 has quietly written aviation history.

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