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The Brazilian Air Force is in early talks with the U.S. government to purchase 24 used F-16 fighter jets to enhance its fleet's combat capability
Jun. 13, 2024 - The Air Force seeks affordable replacements for its aging aircraft amidst financial constraints, despite previously ordering 36 new Saab Gripens. (Simple Flying)
Jun. 13, 2024 - The Air Force seeks affordable replacements for its aging aircraft amidst financial constraints, despite previously ordering 36 new Saab Gripens. (Simple Flying)
The Army awarded General Electric a $1.1b contract for T700 aircraft engines, to power UH-60 Black Hawk and AH-64 Apache helicopters
Jun. 13, 2024 - GE is also developing the T901 engine under the Improved Turbine Engine Program, though its production has been delayed following the Army's cancellation of the Future Attack Reconnaissance Aircraft (FARA) program. (Avionics International)
Jun. 13, 2024 - GE is also developing the T901 engine under the Improved Turbine Engine Program, though its production has been delayed following the Army's cancellation of the Future Attack Reconnaissance Aircraft (FARA) program. (Avionics International)
The U.S. Department of Defense selected Blue Origin, SpaceX, and United Launch Alliance for national security space missions under a $5.6b award program
Jun. 13, 2024 - This marks the initial phase of the Pentagon's National Security Space Launch Phase 3 procurement program, aimed at increasing competition in the U.S. launch sector and involving rockets capable of meeting various mission requirements. (Reuters)
F.A.A. Mike Whitaker acknowledged previous inadequate oversight of Boeing, highlighting a shift towards increased in-person inspections and stricter quality control
Jun. 13, 2024 - Whitaker emphasized a more engaged approach, including weekly meetings with Boeing and maintaining a permanent F.A.A. presence at their factories. (New York Times)
Jun. 13, 2024 - Whitaker emphasized a more engaged approach, including weekly meetings with Boeing and maintaining a permanent F.A.A. presence at their factories. (New York Times)
The US has approved the sale of AIM-120C-8 Advanced Medium Range Air-to-Air Missiles to Denmark and Norway
Jun. 12, 2024 - With Denmark purchasing $216m worth of missiles and Norway acquiring $1.9bn worth, it aimed at enhancing their air-to-air capabilities and aligns with a regional strategy to strengthen NATO's northern defenses against Russian interests. (AirForce Technology)
Jun. 12, 2024 - With Denmark purchasing $216m worth of missiles and Norway acquiring $1.9bn worth, it aimed at enhancing their air-to-air capabilities and aligns with a regional strategy to strengthen NATO's northern defenses against Russian interests. (AirForce Technology)
Southwest Airlines CEO Bob Jordan has vowed to adapt to changing customer trends
Jun. 12, 2024 - Jordan emphasized the airline's willingness to shift its longstanding business model to increase revenue, responding to both competitive pressures and customer demands for more premium options. (CNBC)
Jun. 12, 2024 - Jordan emphasized the airline's willingness to shift its longstanding business model to increase revenue, responding to both competitive pressures and customer demands for more premium options. (CNBC)
Wichita, Kansas, dubbed the "Air Capital of the World," faces rising anxiety due to Boeing and Spirit AeroSystems' production cuts and layoffs following midair incident
Jun. 11, 2024 - The city's deep ties to the aviation industry mean widespread concern, especially with potential job losses and the uncertainty surrounding Boeing's possible acquisition of Spirit, a major local employer. (NPR)
Jun. 11, 2024 - The city's deep ties to the aviation industry mean widespread concern, especially with potential job losses and the uncertainty surrounding Boeing's possible acquisition of Spirit, a major local employer. (NPR)
Boeing's plane deliveries dropped by half in May compared to the previous year
Jun. 11 2024 - The company delivered 19 MAX jets in May, down from 35 the previous year, and reported four new orders for 787-10 Dreamliners. Boeing's backlog slightly decreased to 5,625, while Airbus delivered 53 aircraft in May, down 16% year-on-year. (Reuters)
Jun. 11 2024 - The company delivered 19 MAX jets in May, down from 35 the previous year, and reported four new orders for 787-10 Dreamliners. Boeing's backlog slightly decreased to 5,625, while Airbus delivered 53 aircraft in May, down 16% year-on-year. (Reuters)
