Europe May Increase Rocket Launches as Satellite Demand Rises

By admin September 3, 2026 No comment

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Europe may increase the launch frequency of its Ariane 6 and Vega-C rockets to meet growing demand for satellite deployments, the European Space Agency (ESA) said. ESA Director General Josef Aschbacher warned that launch demand could peak around 2030, creating a potential capacity bottleneck if preparations are not made soon. Arianespace currently expects to conduct […]

Boeing Edges Airbus as Aircraft Orders Cross 300 at Farnborough Airshow

By admin July 23, 2026 No comment

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Aircraft manufacturers secured more than 300 commercial aircraft orders at the Farnborough International Airshow in the UK, with Boeing narrowly leading Airbus in total deals. According to a Reuters tally, around 327 firm orders were announced during the event, surpassing the previous Farnborough show in 2024. However, the total remained well below industry expectations of

Defence Takes Centre Stage at Farnborough Airshow

By admin July 17, 2026 No comment

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The 2026 Farnborough Airshow is expected to focus more on defence technology than commercial aviation as global security concerns continue to rise. Ongoing conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East have increased demand for advanced weapons, drones, and AI-powered military systems, making defence companies a major presence at this year’s event. Organisers say defence

Airbus in Talks to Sell More A330neo Jets to Saudi Carrier Flynas

By admin July 16, 2026 No comment

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Airbus is in discussions with Saudi Arabian low-cost airline Flynas to sell additional A330neo widebody aircraft, according to industry sources. The announcement could be made as early as next week’s Farnborough Airshow, although neither Airbus nor Flynas has officially confirmed the deal. If finalized, the agreement would further strengthen Flynas’ long-haul

Germany Ends Joint Fighter Jet Project with France

By admin June 10, 2026 No comment

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Germany has decided to withdraw from the joint Future Combat Air System (FCAS) fighter jet programme with France, bringing an end to one of Europe’s most ambitious defence collaborations. Launched in 2017 by former German Chancellor Angela Merkel and French President Emmanuel Macron, the project aimed to strengthen European defence capabilities and reduce reliance on

Germany and France Abandon Joint Next-Generation Fighter Jet Project

By admin June 9, 2026 No comment

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Germany and France have agreed to end their ambitious joint project to develop a next-generation fighter jet after years of disagreements between key industry partners. German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and French President Emmanuel Macron concluded that there was little chance of resolving the deadlock between Airbus and Dassault Aviation, leading to the decision to scrap

Aircraft Lessors Hold Firm as Geopolitical and Supply Risks Rise

By admin January 30, 2026 No comment

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Global aircraft leasing companies say they remain resilient despite rising geopolitical tensions and market volatility, citing supply shortages and decades of crisis experience as stabilising factors. Speaking at an industry gathering in Dublin, leasing executives said the sector’s ability to move aircraft across borders and preserve tariff-free trade has helped shield it

Airbus experiments with giving the autopilot greater power

By admin June 20, 2023 No comment

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It’s difficult to avoid feeling a little overawed by the Toulouse Airbus facility. It is a sizable facility where 28,000 employees work alongside hundreds of visitors who are anxious to watch the planes being constructed. The massive Beluga freight jet is waiting to fly cars and satellites all over the world as it sits stationed […]