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Flameout Pattern An approach normally conducted by a single-engine military aircraft experiencing loss or anticipating loss of engine power or control. The standard overhead approach starts at a relatively high altitude over a runway (“high key”) followed by a continuous 180 degree turn to a high, wide position (“low key”) followed by a continuous 180 degree turn final. The standard straight-in pattern starts at a point that results in a straight-in approach with a high rate of descent to the runway. Flameout approaches terminate in the type approach requested by the pilot (normally fullstop).

JMSDF releases first images of JS Izumo’s new rectangular flight deck as second-phase modifications progress, advancing its conversion into an F-35B “Lightning Carrier.” The Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) released on Apr. 20, 2026, new photos of the JS Izumo helicopter carrier, the lead ship of her class, with a new rectangular deck. This is part of extensive modifications underway since two years to convert the vessel into a “Lightning Carrier” capable of operating the F-35B Lightning II Short Take-Off Vertical Landing (STOVL) fighter. The X post by the JMSDF Surface Fleet said: “The escort vessel ‘Izumo’ has reached a…

Pratt & Whitney announced on April 21, 2026, that it is investing more than $100 million across three of its US maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) sites as it seeks to move geared turbofan engines through its aftermarket network more quickly in a bid to cut turnaround times. The RTX business announced the spending at MRO Americas 2026 in Orlando, Florida, saying the new investment will go to facilities in Irving, Texas, West Palm Beach, Florida, and Springdale, Arkansas.  The money will be used to expand capacity, add equipment and support what Pratt & Whitney says is a broader effort…

Few hours after the U.S. Navy’s Chief of Naval Operations said a contract award for F/A-XX is expected by August, Northrop Grumman has teased once again a notional design for the next-gen fighter. Northrop Grumman has once again teased its notional concept for the U.S. Navy’s F/A-XX program, posting a short video on social media. Notably, the new development follows a statement few hours earlier by the Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Daryl Caudle, who said a contract award is now expected by August. Teaser Video The 15-second video released by Northrop Grumman appears to show the same notional design…

AAR has launched an AI-driven procurement platform for airlines and MROs that gives users direct access to Aeroxchange’s network of more than 5,000 suppliers, as the company pushes deeper into aviation software and supply chain tools.   The new platform, called Airvoyant, is designed to automate a parts-buying process that still relies heavily on email requests, manual quote comparisons and fragmented supplier systems.  AAR said Airvoyant lets buyers search inventory, request and consolidate quotes, and move to a one-click purchasing decision inside a single system. The company said the platform is built on Amazon Web Services and integrates with Trax and…

Delta TechOps has launched an Airbus A320 component repair agreement with LATAM Airlines Brasil that will route repair work through LATAM’s São Carlos maintenance base in Brazil as Delta expands support for its own fleet and third-party airline customers. The companies announced the deal on April 21, 2026, at MRO Americas in Orlando, Florida, saying the arrangement will give customers a single commercial interface through Delta TechOps while adding repair capacity through LATAM’s established maintenance operation. Under the agreement, Delta TechOps will act as the sole commercial point of contact for an initial portfolio of A320 component repair services. The…

By Chris Sloan April 21, 2026 © Leeham News: RTX opened its 2026 financial reporting with a robust first quarter, but the earnings call was dominated by the implications of the conflict in the Middle East following the launch of Operation Epic Fury on Feb. 28. The late-quarter timing limited any material impact on first-quarter results, but the discussion quickly shifted to how the evolving situation could influence both commercial demand and defense spending. Analysts pointed to RTX’s diversified structure as a key advantage in this environment. Vertical Research Partners said, “while investors may not be huge fans of diversification,…

By Chris Sloan April 21, 2026, © Leeham News: GE Aerospace opened 2026 with a strong quarter, but the earnings call was dominated by the impact of the conflict in the Middle East following the launch of Operation Epic Fury on Feb. 28. Chief Executive Officer Larry Culp said the company was “embracing today’s reality,” even as performance remained solid. The late-quarter timing limited the impact on first-quarter results, but the disruption began to shape expectations for the balance of the year. Culp pointed to a robust start, with orders up 87%, revenue rising 29%, and operating profit increasing 18%.…

Bristow Group has partnered with US advanced air mobility (AAM) startup Electra, Norwegian government-owned airport operator Avinor and the Norway’s Civilian Aviation Authority, to conduct flight tests of hybrid-electric aircraft in the Scandinavian country.  This new initiative, announced on April 21, 2026, follows the successful completion of a similar program which involved Bristow Group flight testing in real operational conditions of BETA Technologies CX300 ALIA all-electric CTOL aircraft.   Like in that occasion, the upcoming flight demonstration program with Electra aims to test the feasibility of operating regional and local air connections in Norway’s rugged and sparsely populated territory with zero‐…

Japanese air survey operator Asia Air Survey has become an investor in Bulgaria-based drone maker Dronamics.  The deal was announced on April 20, 2026, following the launch of the EU-Japan Defence Industry Dialogue, a government-sponsored initiative which aims to strengthen the industrial defense cooperation between the European Union and Japan.   The first meeting within this international collaborative framework was held in Brussels on April 17, 2026, hosted by the European Commissioner for Defence and Space, Andrius Kubilius and with the attendance of Japan’s State Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry, Toshio Ino.  This investment will also facilitate the entry of…