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China confirms J-10CE achieves first combat victory
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China confirms J-10CE achieves first combat victory

China’s State Administration of Science, Technology and Industry for National Defense confirmed on Jan. 12 that the export-oriented J-10CE fighter jet achieved its first combat victory last May, stating that the aircraft downed several adversary aircraft in an aerial engagement without suffering losses. The agency described the operation as the J-10CE’s first confirmed combat result. […]

Defence Blog Aviation Jan 13, 2026
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Lufthansa Group hands massive fleet-wide IFC contract to Starlink
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Lufthansa Group hands massive fleet-wide IFC contract to Starlink

In a surprise announcement, Lufthansa Group has selected SpaceX’s Starlink Ku-band Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite-supported inflight connectivity for its entire fleet, and will offer the service free of charge to all status customers and Travel ID users across all travel classes. Some 850 aircraft have been earmarked to be fitted with the high-speed broadband... The post Lufthansa Group hands massive fleet-wide IFC contract to Starlink appeared first on Runway Girl.

Runway Girl Network Jan 13, 2026
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NG delivers 1,500th F-35 center fuselage
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NG delivers 1,500th F-35 center fuselage

Northrop Grumman delivered its 1,500th center fuselage for the F-35 Lightning II on Jan. 12, completing the milestone at its Integrated Assembly Line in Palmdale, California. The delivery reflects the current production pace of one center fuselage every 30 hours. According to Northrop Grumman, the Palmdale facility uses advanced manufacturing processes to build center fuselages […]

Defence Blog Aviation Jan 13, 2026
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SkeyDrone and Airport Intelligence partner to deliver integrated drone detection solutions for airports
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SkeyDrone and Airport Intelligence partner to deliver integrated drone detection solutions for airports

SkeyDrone and Airport Intelligence have announced a strategic collaboration to provide international airports with a comprehensive, end-to-end approach to drone detection, response and operational impact mitigation. As drone sightings around airports increase, unverified reports are frequently triggering runway closures, flight delays and diversions, resulting in significant financial losses, passenger disruption and reputational damage. The partners […]

Aviation24.be Jan 13, 2026
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Delta 787 Dreamliner Order Brings Boeing Back Into Delta’s Long-Haul Story
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Delta 787 Dreamliner Order Brings Boeing Back Into Delta’s Long-Haul Story

Delta 787 order adds momentum to Boeing’s recent wins while reshaping Delta’s long-haul fleet for the next decade. For the first time, Delta Air Lines is bringing the Boeing 787 Dreamliner into its fleet. The Atlanta-based carrier announced on Tuesday, 13 January 2026, that it will order 30 Boeing 787-10 aircraft, with options for up […] The post Delta 787 Dreamliner Order Brings Boeing Back Into Delta’s Long-Haul Story appeared first on Avgeekery.

AVGeekery Jan 13, 2026
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Manchester Airport Experiences Busiest December On Record
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Manchester Airport Experiences Busiest December On Record

Manchester Airport experienced its busiest December on record after almost 2.4 million passengers travelled through the airport, totalling an astounding 32 million passengers across 2025 for the first time. A New Record Compared to 2024, Manchester Airport saw a 4% increase in the number of passengers flying in or out of the airport throughout 2025, […] The post Manchester Airport Experiences Busiest December On Record appeared first on Travel Radar - Aviation News.

Travel Radar Jan 13, 2026
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Press Release: Delta Air Lines orders up to 60 Boeing 787 Dreamliners
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Press Release: Delta Air Lines orders up to 60 Boeing 787 Dreamliners

Boeing and Delta Air Lines today announced the U.S. carrier placed its first direct order for up to 60 787 Dreamliners to support long-haul international growth and renew the airline’s widebody fleet. Delta’s purchase of 30 787-10 jets — with opportunity for up to 30 more of the largest 787 variant — will enable the... The post Press Release: Delta Air Lines orders up to 60 Boeing 787 Dreamliners appeared first on Runway Girl.

Runway Girl Network Jan 13, 2026
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Germany orders eight MQ-9B drones for naval surveillance from 2028 
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Germany orders eight MQ-9B drones for naval surveillance from 2028 

Germany has ordered eight MQ-9B SeaGuardian remotely piloted aircraft systems (RPAS) from General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, adding a long-endurance unmanned layer to its… The post Germany orders eight MQ-9B drones for naval surveillance from 2028  appeared first on AeroTime.

AeroTime Jan 13, 2026
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Press Release: Korean Air unveils Prestige Lounge at Incheon
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Press Release: Korean Air unveils Prestige Lounge at Incheon

Korean Air unveiled its newly renovated Prestige East (Left) Lounge at Incheon International Airport Terminal 2 on January 13, ahead of its official opening on January 14. Spanning 1,553 square meters with 192 seats, the lounge features a spacious design inspired by the sophisticated comfort of luxury hotel lounges. The lounge offers a full range... The post Press Release: Korean Air unveils Prestige Lounge at Incheon appeared first on Runway Girl.

Runway Girl Network Jan 13, 2026
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Press Release: JetZero raises $175m in fresh capital
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Press Release: JetZero raises $175m in fresh capital

JetZero, the U.S.-based start-up airplane maker designing the world’s first commercial all-wing airplane, announces it has raised approximately $175 million in its Series B financing, led by B Capital, a global multi-stage investment firm. United Airlines Ventures, Northrop Grumman, 3M Ventures and RTX Ventures, the corporate venture capital arm of RTX, among others, also participated... The post Press Release: JetZero raises $175m in fresh capital appeared first on Runway Girl.

Runway Girl Network Jan 13, 2026
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