Archer Aviation is reshaping its business strategy by transforming its proprietary electric powertrain into a standalone product line, announcing its first major supply agreement with Anduril Industri...
Recent wars have exposed a hard truth often overlooked in defense discussions: drones and advanced weapons systems are only as effective as the ammunition that sustains them. The Ukraine conflict starkly illustrated this reality.
Korean Air Commits $119 Billion to Next-Generation Maintenance Facility at Incheon Airport Korean Air has announced a landmark investment in aviation infrastructure, signing an agreement with Incheon ...
Chapman Freeborn Wins Innovation Award for Strategic Regional Expansion Global charter specialist Chapman Freeborn has been recognized with the ‘Innovation in Regional Service Expansion’ a...
Zaha Hadid Architects has secured one of Eastern Europe’s most significant aviation infrastructure projects, winning the contract to design a new arrivals terminal at Vilnius Airport that will r...
The Royal Netherlands Air Force faced a significant security breach when it failed to intercept multiple unidentified drones over Volkel Air Base during the night of November 17-18, 2025, according to...
Qatar Airways has unveiled substantial expansions to its winter 2025-2026 flight schedule, reinforcing its network strategy with increased frequencies to four major destinations across Asia and Africa. The Doha-based carrier announced on November 23, 2025, that it will boost services to Kuala Lumpur, Lagos, Shanghai, and Singapore to accommodate rising passenger demand on these strategic routes. The network enhancements represent the latest phase in Qatar Airways’ broader winter schedule optimization, which has already added capacity to more than 15 major destinations including Cape Town, Dublin, London, Phuket, and Toronto. The airline continues to leverage Hamad International Airport as a central connecting hub, having introduced nearly 3,000 additional flights throughout 2025 to address growing global travel demand.
Vietjet Thailand has officially taken delivery of its first Boeing 737-8 aircraft, marking a significant milestone in the low-cost carrier’s ambitious $32 billion fleet expansion strategy across the Asia-Pacific region. The aircraft arrived at Suvarnabhumi International Airport in Bangkok on November 22, 2025, during a ceremony celebrating the Thai subsidiary’s strategic growth initiative. The delivery represents the first of 50 Boeing 737-8 aircraft designated for Vietjet Thailand’s operations. These aircraft were part of an original order placed by parent company Vietjet in 2018, with the Vietnamese carrier announcing in May 2025 that the first batch would be transferred to its Thai subsidiary. The complete delivery schedule extends through 2031, providing a clear roadmap for the carrier’s expansion timeline.
Vietnam Airlines has unveiled plans to launch the first-ever direct flight service between Ho Chi Minh City and Copenhagen, marking a significant expansion in connectivity between Southeast Asia and Scandinavia. The new route, commencing December 15, 2025, represents Vietnam’s inaugural nonstop air link to the Nordic region. The service will operate three times weekly using the carrier’s Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner fleet, with departures from Ho Chi Minh City’s Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday evenings. After approximately 12 hours of flight time, aircraft arrive at Copenhagen Airport (CPH) early the following morning. Return flights depart Copenhagen at midday on Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday, arriving in Vietnam after midnight.
Saudi Arabia is pushing forward with an ambitious aviation expansion plan that will add two more airlines to its growing fleet of national carriers, according to revelations from a senior government t...
Etihad Airways has announced plans to return its eighth Airbus A380 to commercial service with the launch of daily flights between Abu Dhabi and Tokyo, signaling continued confidence in premium long-h...
Hungary has made history in military aviation modernization by becoming the first nation to receive its complete order of Embraer C-390 Millennium multi-mission aircraft. The Brazilian aerospace manufacturer delivered Hungary’s second C-390 at Kecskemet Air Base on November 21, 2025, marking a transformative moment for the country’s defense capabilities. Defence Minister Kristóf Szalay-Bobrovniczky joined Embraer executives at the handover ceremony, emphasizing the strategic importance of the acquisition. “This is a truly uplifting and joyful moment, an incredibly important event in the development of the Hungarian Air Force,” Szalay-Bobrovniczky stated. “The Hungarian people have become richer and stronger as a result. This type of transport capability was lacking in the Hungarian Air Force’s arsenal, but now it is available.”
Air New Zealand is bracing for significant operational disruption as cabin crew unions have confirmed plans for industrial action on December 8, 2025, following the breakdown of contract negotiations ...
Germany’s recently appointed Air Force chief has opened the door to pursuing alternative combat aircraft programs if the multinational Future Combat Air System continues struggling with delays a...
The Korean National Police Agency (KNPA) has expanded its aviation capabilities with an order for a single Airbus H225 helicopter, marking the agency’s entry into the Airbus Helicopters customer base. The acquisition, announced by Airbus on November 24, 2025, represents a strategic investment in enhanced security and emergency response infrastructure for South Korea. The multirole H225 will serve as a versatile platform for the KNPA, with primary applications in law enforcement and counter-terrorism operations. Beyond these security-focused missions, the helicopter will support critical public service functions including search and rescue, humanitarian relief efforts, and disaster response operations—capabilities increasingly important in an era of complex security threats and natural disasters.
Unical Aviation has undergone one of the most significant transformations in its 34-year history with the 2024 acquisition of ecube Solutions, positioning the company as a vertically integrated powerhouse in the Used Serviceable Material (USM) market. The strategic merger brings together complementary expertise that addresses critical supply chain challenges facing global commercial aviation. Under the leadership of CEO Sharon Green, a 35-year industry veteran with C-level experience at GE Capital Aviation Services and The Memphis Group, Unical has expanded its capabilities beyond parts distribution to encompass the entire aircraft lifecycle. Founded in 1990, Unical now operates across the United States and Europe, supplying 90 million available parts spanning over one million unique part numbers to customers in more than 90 countries.
Aer Lingus is conducting a comprehensive review of its Manchester Airport base that could result in the complete withdrawal of long-haul services from the UK hub and place approximately 200 jobs at risk. The Irish carrier has entered formal consultation with employees and trade unions as it evaluates the future of an operation launched with considerable optimism just four years ago. The Manchester base opened in 2021 as part of Aer Lingus’s strategy to tap into strong demand from North England travelers for transatlantic leisure routes. The facility currently supports three long-haul destinations—New York JFK, Barbados, and Orlando—alongside short-haul connections to Dublin and Belfast. The Orlando route has proven particularly popular with UK families visiting Walt Disney World.
The Federal Aviation Administration is preparing for what will be the busiest Thanksgiving air travel period in 15 years, with projections showing more than 360,000 flights scheduled between November ...
Oman has officially entered a new era of space technology with the signing of a major agreement with Airbus Defence and Space to design, build, and launch OMANSAT-1, the Sultanate’s first high-capacity communications satellite. This milestone project represents a pivotal moment in Oman’s growing space program and its broader strategy to enhance digital infrastructure and sovereignty. According to Oman’s state news agency Oman Observer, OMANSAT-1 will deliver high-capacity communications services across Oman and its territorial waters, with extended coverage reaching key regions including the Middle East, East Africa, and Asia. The satellite’s wide footprint positions Oman as an emerging player in regional space-based communications infrastructure.
Six major international airlines have ceased operations to Venezuela following an urgent Federal Aviation Administration security warning, marking a significant disruption to the country’s alrea...