Senator Maria Cantwell accused FAA Administrator Bryan Bedford of violating his ethics agreement by failing to divest a multimillion-dollar stake in an airline he once led, drawing criticism and raising fresh questions about potential conflicts at the helm of the US aviation safety regulator. Bedford had promised to sell all his shares within 90 days of taking office but has failed to do so more than 150 days later.
Breaking Defense reports that four top Pentagon acquisition officials have emphasized the importance of accountability over punishment in defense acquisition. The new system aims to empower program managers with decision-making authority, aligning responsibility with genuine authority.
Shenzhen Airlines has launched its first direct flight to Melbourne, marking a significant expansion of Australia's air connectivity with southern China. The new route, operated by Airbus A330 aircraft three times weekly, adds over 90,000 seats annually between Melbourne and China.
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Sikorsky has proposed converting aging Black Hawks into pilotless S-70 UHawks, leveraging its Matrix autonomy kit and fly-by-wire software. The company aims to work with local industry in the Gulf region for these conversions, which could extend aircraft life and reduce costs.
Silk Way West Airlines has increased its order with Airbus for four A350F freighters, bringing its total commitment to six aircraft. The airline plans to deliver the first A350Fs over 2027-2028.
Singapore has announced plans to acquire three Gulfstream maritime surveillance aircraft based on the G550 business jet, with Defense Minister Chan Chun Sing citing the need for enhanced capabilities in the maritime domain. The acquisition is part of a broader effort to strengthen Singapore's defenses amid rising tensions in Southeast Asia.
Singapore has acquired used legacy Lockheed-Martin C-130 Hercules transport aircraft from Blue Aerospace to replace older C-130s in its inventory. The acquisition began in mid-December and includes three C-130Hs bearing US registrations N974BA, N973BA, and N977BA.
Singapore Airlines has extended its FlightSense contract with RTX's Collins Aerospace for five additional years, covering its Boeing 777 fleet. All Nippon Airways has also renewed its FlightSense agreements with Collins, including a five-year renewal for on-site support and a three-year extension for MRO repair services.
Singapore Airlines is set to relaunch non-stop flights between Singapore and Riyadh in June 2026, after a 12-year absence. The service will operate four times a week using an Airbus A350-900 aircraft.
Singapore Airshow 2026 concluded with record attendance, drawing 125,000 attendees over six days. The event featured aerial demonstrations, static displays of over 30 aircraft, and crucial negotiations between companies.
AeroTime spoke with Alan Lim, Director of Alton Aviation, about industry trends at Singapore Airshow 2026. Airlines have placed orders to support fleet plans, resulting in a combined backlog of over 70,000 aircraft.
The US government has approved a potential Foreign Military Sales case for Singapore to buy the Boeing P-8A Poseidon multi-mission maritime patrol aircraft in a deal worth potentially over $2.3 billion. The approval includes right MK 54 lightweight torpedoes and other associated equipment, according to Breaking Defense reports.
The Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore (CAAS), CFM International, and Airbus have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to explore advanced propulsion technologies, including open fan engine technology. The partnership aims to establish Singapore as the world's first airport testing ground for operations of CFM's Revolutionary Innovation for Sustainable Engines (RISE) technologies.
ST Engineering unveiled the Terrex s5 Hybrid Electric Drive (HED) at the Singapore Airshow, showcasing a vehicle capable of generating up to 400 kWh of electrical power. This development follows an announcement by Singapore's Ministry of Defence on Jan.
A skydiver in Queensland, Australia, survived a terrifying midair emergency after his reserve parachute deployed prematurely and left him dangling from the tail of a Cessna 208 at 15,000 feet. According to the Australian Transport Safety Bureau, the incident occurred on September 20 and was captured in dramatic onboard video.
Japan's SkyDrive has agreed to sell up to 20 electric vehicle takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft to Dubai-based helicopter operator AeroGulf Services. The framework of the agreement includes pricing structure and delivery timelines for 10 units in 2028 and a further 10 units in 2029, according to SkyDrive.
SkySafe has launched a new cloud-based forensic tool designed to help law enforcement agencies and security organizations determine who operated a drone during an incident and build cases that hold up in court. The service extracts data from recovered drones, decrypts logs, and provides attribution, following digital forensics best practices and chain-of-custody protocols consistent with federal, state, and international guidelines.
Slovakia is considering purchasing four additional F-16V fighter jets from the US, a potential follow-on buy that would expand its planned Viper fleet. The move comes amid concerns over NATO membership and reliance on allied air policing, Breaking Defense reports.
A Beechcraft 95-C55 Baron crashed into a car on Florida's I-95 highway after an emergency landing. The incident occurred near Cocoa, Florida, and involved two people on board the plane.