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Russia’s defense industry has delivered a batch of Su-57 fifth-generation fighter aircraft to the Russian Ministry of Defense. According to United Aircraft Corporation, which operates under Rostec, the aircraft were produced and handed over to the Ministry of Defense as part of ongoing deliveries to the Aerospace Forces. The company said the jets were accepted […]
Taiwan plans to purchase 10 Lockheed Martin C-130J transport aircraft from the United States (US) rather than carry… The post Taiwan to purchase 10 Lockheed C-130Js from US instead of C-130H upgrade appeared first on AeroTime.
For aviation enthusiasts, seeing a Swiss International Air Lines Airbus A340-300 still in regular service…
Embraer announced that it is expanding its supply chain operations in India. The Brazilian aerospace company recently concluded… The post Embraer expands supply chain network in India as part of Asia-Pacific strategy appeared first on AeroTime.
London Defence R&D publicly revealed its new Raptor Pilot AI Pro system at the World Defense Show, presenting the platform as an AI-powered autopilot designed for unmanned aerial vehicles and robotic systems, the company said. The unveiling marked the first public presentation of its latest developments, including Raptor Pilot AI Pro and the Raptor XL […]
Published at 0200PST / 1000GMT 09FEB26Aer Lingus in Northern summer 2026 schedules capacity increase on Dublin – Washington Dulles route, as 1 of 2 daily service to see Airbus A330-300 operating, instead of A321LR/XLR. The A330 service will operate from 25MAY26 to 24OCT26.EI117 DUB1235 – 1545IAD 32Q DEI119 DUB1610 – 1900IAD 333 46EI119 DUB1625 – 1915IAD 333 x246EI119 DUB1635 – 1935IAD 333 2EI116 IAD1715 – 0515+IAD 32Q DEI118 IAD2045 – 0840+1DUB 333 46EI118 IAD2100 – 0855+1DUB 333 x246EI118 IAD21
The long-haul low-cost carrier last flew to the UK in 2012, when flights were nonstop.
Indian seaplane operator Maritime Energy Heli Air Services (Mehair) has signed a deal with Tidal Flight to acquire ten Polaris hybrid-electric aircraft, which are being developed for 2030 service entry. Finalised on Feb. 4, 2026, at the Singapore Airshow, Mehair has placed firm orders for five aircraft and taken options on a further five. A […] The post Mehair Signs Deal for Ten Tidal Polaris Hybrid-electric Aircraft appeared first on Travel Radar - Aviation News.
NEWS FLASHSerbia and New Zealand have signed an Air Service Agreement in Wellington, establishing the legal frameworks for both scheduled and codeshare flights, aiming to boost tourism, trade and passenger convenience between the two countries. The two sides initially negotiated an Air Service Agreement back in 2014 but the pact was never signed and formally put into place. On Monday, the agreement was signed on behalf of the Serbian government by the Serbian Ambassador to Australia and New Zeal
Published at 0100PST / 0900GMT 09FEB26 Skybus since late-November 2025 launched Newquay – London Gatwick service, replacing Blue Islands operation. The airline initially offered 1 daily flight from 23NOV25, scheduled to increase to 2 daily by 16FEB26 with Titan Airways Airbus A320 aircraft. In the OAG schedules analyser filing, the airline’s summer schedule to see ATR72 operating with following schedules, effective 29MAR26.8Y701 NQY0700 – 0825LGW AT7 x58Y701 NQY0830 – 0955LGW AT7 58Y705 NQY
Published at 0000PST / 0800GMT 09FEB26This edition of historic network flashback features LOT Polish Airlines’ domestic network during Northern winter 1970/71 season. LOT is the official carrier of CONNECT 2026 Route Development Forum, scheduled from 17FEB26 to 19FEB26. AeroRoutes will be attending the event. AeroRoutes in the next few days will be running a series of LOT’s network during specific traffic season.General operation overview listed below only focusing on weekdays, based on the airl
On Feb. 4, 2026, Airbus announced at the 2026 Singapore Airshow that Tigerair Taiwan signed a purchase agreement for four A321-200N aircraft to join their fleet. The new aircraft adds to their A320 family and will help to support the airline’s network expansion. A Little About Tigerair Taiwan Tigerair Taiwan is the first low-cost carrier […] The post Tigerair Taiwan Orders Four A321-200N Aircraft appeared first on Travel Radar - Aviation News.
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El Al’s leisure brand Sun d’Or will introduce new flights from Tel Aviv to both Zagreb and Dubrovnik during the upcoming summer season. The move forms part of a broader network expansion by the Israeli group, which will see the launch of nine new routes in total - three by El Al itself and six by Sun d’Or. The Zagreb service also represents the first new route to be secured by the Croatian capital’s airport this year. Flights between Tel Aviv and Zagreb will commence on May 24 and operate twice
VH-RRP, a Kubíček BB142P hot air balloon, sustained the 45cm tear while being cold-inflated prior to an early-morning flight near Beaudesert in Queensland on 18 October last year, and was patched up in the field with “specialised adhesive tape”, according to investigators.
Japan Airlines is back in the lead, at least for now. After losing its profit crown to All Nippon in the early post-Covid years, JAL outperformed its rival again in 2025. More importantly, both carriers are thriving despite a complex landscape of shrinking Chinese traffic, U.S. tariffs, and stiff competition. In this week’s feature story, we explain how Japan’s two airline giants are staying ahead.
In its submission to the draft plan, Airlines for Australia and New Zealand (A4ANZ) said it had “significant concerns” about the proposed legislation, including the Draft Aviation Consumer Protections Charter, as reported by the Sydney Morning Herald.