Starlux Airlines has launched its first ever service to Europe, connecting Prage-Ruzyne (PRG) to Taipei Taoyuan International Airport (TPE). The new service will start on August 1, 2026, with a thrice weekly frequency.
STARLUX Airlines has resumed its daily nonstop service between Taipei's Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) and Manila's Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL), effective December 16, 2025. The route will be operated by Airbus A321neo aircraft, with morning departures from Taipei and midday returns from Manila.
STARLUX Airlines has taken delivery of its first Airbus A350-1000 aircraft, marking a significant milestone for the Taiwan-based carrier. The new widebody jet features a unique 'carbon-fiber motif' and will initially operate on routes within Asia to build operational experience.
STARLUX Airlines has collaborated with Japanese artist Hajime Sorayama on the design of two Airbus A350-1000 aircraft. The 'AIRSORAYAMA' livery features a metallic aesthetic and is scheduled to be unveiled in the third quarter of 2026.
StreamCaster NEXUS is a tactical networking system designed for dismounted operators, providing real-time situational awareness and mission-critical connectivity. It features an ultra-slim design, ruggedized construction, and a modular quick-release snap-lock system.
Sudan Airways has resumed scheduled commercial flights at Khartoum International Airport after a two-year closure due to conflict. The first flight took place on February 1, 2026, with an Airbus A320-214 transporting 160 passengers from Port Sudan.
Sun PhuQuoc Airways has ordered up to 40 Boeing 787 Dreamliner jets to serve as its backbone fleet. The deal marks the largest Boeing widebody order in Vietnamese history, with Sun Group aiming to expand its fleet to 100 aircraft by 2030.
Sweden has announced plans to invest $1.6 billion in new homeland air defense units, with the explicit purpose of better protecting civilians and civilian infrastructure. The initiative draws heavily on lessons from the war in Ukraine and will mainly consist of short-range systems.
Sweden and Ukraine are making progress on a multi-billion-crown deal for up to 150 Saab JAS 39 Gripen E fighters. The two governments are exploring funding mechanisms that combine Ukrainian payments with Swedish military assistance and multilateral support, Breaking Defense reports.
Sweden's Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson confirmed talks with France and the UK on nuclear deterrence amid growing US uncertainty in Europe. The initiative draws on lessons from the Ukraine conflict and comes as Stockholm defines its NATO membership.
Sweden has initiated discussions with France and the United Kingdom about potential nuclear weapons cooperation, according to Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson. The talks are in early stages and no concrete proposals or timelines have been outlined.
Sweden's Defence Minister Pål Jonson said Wednesday that Canada's strong avionics sector makes it an ideal partner for Saab to expand Gripen production. The initiative comes amid Ukraine's request for 100-150 Gripen fighters, and Sweden cannot ramp up production alone if a Western coalition green-lights the transfer.
Sweden will invest 15 billion Swedish crowns (about $1.6 billion) in strengthening its air defense capabilities, with a focus on safeguarding civilian populations and critical infrastructure from aerial threats. According to AeroTime, Defense Minister Pal Jonson emphasized the need for robust air defense following Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
Sweden will deploy a Gripen fighter unit to Iceland in February and March 2026 to support NATO's incident preparedness mission. This is the first time Skaraborg Air Flotilla has participated with a fighter unit in a NATO operation, Breaking Defense reports.
Sweden is targeting early 2026 for selecting a design partner for four new Luleå-class frigates, with France emerging as a leading contender. Defence Minister Pål Jonson confirmed the ambitious timeline during talks with French counterpart Catherine Vautrin in Stockholm, with deliveries planned for 2030-2035.
Sweden's defense minister Pål Jonson stated that a Ukrainian peace deal will not impact delivery times for Saab Gripen-E fighters. However, Stockholm continues to explore sending older C and D models to Ukraine as part of its efforts to shore up air capabilities.
SWISS International Air Lines has successfully completed its first intercontinental flight with the Airbus A350, operating as LX52. The flight departed Zurich and arrived in Boston, covering a distance of 6,027 kilometers.
SWISS International Air Lines has taken delivery of its second brand-new Airbus A350-900 in Zurich, featuring classic livery. The aircraft, HB-IFB, will enter revenue service on February 23, 2026, and is scheduled to operate on the Zurich-Boston and Zurich-Seoul routes.
SWISSto12, a Swiss satellite maker, has secured €73 million in funding from the European Space Agency (ESA) to support its industrial rollout plan. The company manufactures small geo-stationary satellites and lightweight radio-frequency systems using patented 3D technologies.
Switzerland has decided to cut an order of 36 Lockheed Martin F-35A fighter jets due to a price increase of roughly $610 million enforced by the US government, following a contract dispute between the two sides. The Swiss Federal Department of Defence, Civil Protection and Sport stated that 'due to foreseeable additional costs, it is not financially viable to maintain the originally planned number' of aircraft.