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How Riyadh Air and tech partner FLYR plan to reinvent online bookings
The launch of Riyadh Air has garnered considerable attention from across the world. But as Saudi Arabia’s ambitious new carrier prepares for its public debut (the carrier having already operated a limited number of flights for company staff), a little known and truly innovative aspect of…
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Isaacman faults Boeing, NASA after Starliner stranded crew in orbit for months
NASA released a 300-page investigative report on February 19, 2026, into Boeing’s troubled first crewed Starliner mission and formally labeled the flight a “Type A mishap,” the agency’s most…
JetBlue flight makes emergency landing in Newark after engine failure
JetBlue Flight 543 returned to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) on February 18, 2026, after the crew reported an engine failure on takeoff and smoke in the cockpit and…
Germany denies plans for more F-35As amid FCAS deadlock: Reuters
The potential acquisition, reported by Reuters sources, comes as the Franco-German-Spanish Future Combat Air System (FCAS) remains mired in disputes over the core sixth-generation fighter. A…
American Airlines confirms upcoming A321neos to be powered by LEAP-1A engines
American Airlines has confirmed that its upcoming Airbus A321neos will continue to be powered by the CFM International’s CFM LEAP-1A engines. On February 19, 2026, American Airlines’ CEO…
Embraer and Mahindra plan C-390 Millennium MRO capability in India
Embraer Defense & Security and the Mahindra Group said they plan to work toward establishing maintenance, repair and overhaul capability in India for the C-390 Millennium, a move…
Farewell interview: Subhas Menon on leading AAPA through unprecedented times
At the Fullerton Hotel in Singapore, just before the rush of the Singapore Airshow 2026, AeroTime sat down with Subhas Menon for what would be his final interview as Director General of the…
Canada certifies Airbus super-medium H175 helicopter
Transport Canada Civil Aviation (TCCA) has awarded Airbus’ super-medium H175 helicopter type certification, paving the way for entry into service within the Canadian market. On February 19,…
Airbus aims for pre-pandemic delivery highs in 2026, P&W ‘failure’ impacts goals
Airbus is aiming for pre-pandemic delivery levels in 2026, as the European aircraft manufacturer looks to ramp up production levels over the next 10 months. On February 19, 2026, Airbus…
Business jets lift general aviation shipments for 2025 to record $35.7B
The general aviation industry closed 2025 with record billings as business jet shipments climbed to new heights. The General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA) used its annual State of…
US National Aeronautics Association names Collier Trophy finalists
The National Aeronautic Association has announced the finalists for the 2025 Robert J. Collier Trophy, a list that provides a glimpse of some of the cutting-edge technologies…
Brazil’s Embraer delivers first A-29 Super Tucanos to Uruguayan Air Force
Brazilian aerospace manufacturer Embraer has delivered the first two A-29 Super Tucano light attack and advanced trainer aircraft to the Uruguayan Air Force (FAU),…
Merz frames France requirements into new FCAS obstacle, nine years in
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has publicly questioned whether the Future Combat Air System (FCAS) can still deliver a jointly developed next-generation fighter jet, pointing to what he…
Slovakia considers buying four additional F-16V fighters
Slovakia is in discussions with the United States to purchase an additional four F-16V (Block 70/72) fighter jets, a potential follow-on buy that would expand Bratislava’s planned Viper fleet…
Divergent Technologies, Mach Industries unveil Venom autonomous strike aircraft
Two California defense startups designed, built, and flew a new rapid-build autonomous strike aircraft in just 71 days, a timeline that illustrates how quickly Pentagon-backed drone programs…
Ukraine’s Air Force denies report of ‘secret’ cross-national F-16 squadron
Ukraine’s Air Force has rejected claims that a ‘secret’ cross-national F-16 squadron, allegedly composed of Ukrainian, US and Dutch pilots, is operating over Kyiv,…
Air India and Lufthansa sign multiple strategic deal spurred on by EU-India pact
Air India and Lufthansa have signed a far-reaching, multiple strategic deal, spurred on by the recently announced free trade agreement between India and the European Union (EU). On February…
Lufthansa: certification win opens all but three 787-9 Allegris business seats
Lufthansa has opened all but three Boeing 787-9 Allegris business seats for booking, following a breakthrough in the US certification process. On February 16, 2026, Lufthansa confirmed that 25…
India reportedly seeks 31 more Rafale Marine fighters as 114-jet deal advances
India has reportedly asked France to provide 31 additional carrier-capable Dassault Rafale Marine jets for the Indian Navy. This comes alongside…
Denmark stands up new Air Force squadron for MQ-9B SeaGuardian drones
Denmark has created a new Royal Danish Air Force unit to operate its incoming long-range drones, formally standing up 729 Squadron on February 16, 2026. According to the Danish Defense…
Boeing’s Regional Director on F-15EX for Saudi Arabia, localizing production
Boeing was among the most prominent exhibitors at the World Defense Show (WDS) 2026, held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, from February 8-12, 2026. The US manufacturer demonstrated its strong…
