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Boeing and Airbus have completed landmark acquisitions of Spirit AeroSystems assets, fundamentally reshaping the commercial aerospace manufacturing landscape. The finalized deals, announced on December 8, 2025, represent a pivotal moment for both manufacturers and signal the end of Spirit’s tenure as an independent aerostructures supplier. Boeing’s Comprehensive Integration Boeing confirmed the acquisition of all Spirit-related commercial operations, including fuselages for the 737 program and major structures for the 767, 777, and 787 Dreamliner. The deal also encompasses commercially procured fuselages for military platforms including the P-8 and KC-46. Notably, the transaction brings Spirit’s extensive spare-parts business in-house, significantly expanding Boeing’s maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) capabilities and strengthening its aftermarket portfolio.

The aviation industry’s global calendar for 2026 reflects the sector’s dynamic evolution, with major conferences and airshows scheduled across every continent. These events serve as critical touchpoints for commercial, military, and general aviation stakeholders to showcase innovations, negotiate contracts, and shape industry direction. The year kicks off with Singapore Airshow 2026 (February 3-6), one of Asia’s premier aviation events. Held biennially at Changi Exhibition Centre, the show will feature large indoor exhibits, static aircraft displays, and flying demonstrations. Key forums will address sustainability, advanced air mobility, and emerging defense technologies—topics increasingly central to industry strategy.

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 ...

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.