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The Norwegian Group has reported the strongest quarterly results in the Group’s history. In the third quarter of 2025 (3Q25), the Group recorded a profit before tax of NOK 2,891 million ($288.2 million) and an operating profit of NOK 3,071 million ($306 million). According to an airline statement, the quarter was characterized by several important milestones for the airline group, including the first-ever dividend, paid in August 2025, and the exercise of a purchase option to acquire 30 additional new Boeing aircraft. During the third quarter, the Norwegian Group (which includes Norwegian Air Shuttle and regional carrier Widerøe) recorded an…
In the first half of 2026, the Airbus A380 will have 1,078 departures from the US to Europe. According to Cirium Diio data, they have fallen from 1,552 takeoffs in the same six months in 2025. That’s a substantial drop of 31% in a year. British Airways, Emirates, and Lufthansa will operate the superjumbo in this market. As you’d expect, they’re the same carriers that used the double-decker in 2025. Despite the return of BA’s A380s to Dallas/Fort Worth next May, the decline is because of this carrier (-14%) but, particularly, Lufthansa (-80%). However, not all is as it seems.…
Lessor Aircraft Finance Germany has expanded into the A321 freighter segment after acquiring its first A321-200PCF from Nexus Aviation Ventures this month. The acquisition includes V2500 engines for the 2006-vintage aircraft (2919, ex-Aruba Airlines), Aircraft Finance Germany (AFG) told Cargo Facts. Discussions with prospective operators are ongoing, and AFG expects to finalize customer placement shortly, […] source
US defense technology company Shield AI has unveiled a jet-powered vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) aircraft called the X-BAT, marking a major step beyond the small surveillance drones the San Diego-based startup is known for and signaling its entry into the realm of autonomous fighter jets. The company revealed the concept in Washington, D.C., on October 21, 2025, saying the aircraft will use Shield AI’s proprietary Hivemind artificial intelligence piloting software to fly and fight autonomously without human control or GPS guidance. Shield AI claims the X-BAT will offer a range of up to 2,000 nautical miles, a 50,000-foot service ceiling, and the ability…
In the late 1950s, when everyone expected World War III to go nuclear, the U.S. Army had to contemplate operating on a battlefield sprouting atomic fireballs.This put Army planners in a dilemma. Military theory said that forces had to be concentrated to overwhelm the enemy and achieve decisive results. Common sense said that massing troops would only present a juicy target for nuclear weapons. The Army ultimately settled on the Pentomic Division, which consisted of self-contained battalions that would assemble for operations and then disperse. Yet the idea proved so unwieldy that the Army soon discarded it.But 70 years later,…
US-based Air T officially signed a Sale and Implementation Deed to acquire Regional Express (Rex) from multiple administrators, with Australia’s government agreeing to restructure Rex’s financing to keep regional flights operating. The airline has been struggling in recent years. Closing is targeted by year-end, and the deal itself is subject to creditor and court approvals. Air T plans to fund engine renewals and return Rex’s Saab 340 fleet to service. Currently, Rex operates a relatively unique network, with about half of Rex’s routes facing no direct competition. Administrators say that no return to shareholders is expected from this deal, while…
Premium private jet charter flights stand out for their personalized travel, skilled crew, and luxury comfort. They ensure top safety standards and dependable concierge support for every journey. It’s no wonder the industry is expanding rapidly. The Business Research Company reports the private jet charter market hit $21.24 billion in 2024. More people now choose flexible, private, and comfortable travel options. Passengers feel valued, relaxed, and in control throughout the process. There are no long lines, noisy terminals, or delayed flights. Every trip is smooth and tailored to your needs. What Is the Difference Between a Charter Flight and a Private…
Singapore Airlines is set to retire its remaining Boeing 737-800 aircraft. With the narrowbody fleet being replaced by the more modern Boeing 737 MAX 8, the final aircraft is expected to be retired from service in the coming week, bringing the operator’s experience with the type to a close. The retirement of the last remaining aircraft (registered as 9V-MGN) will bring the curtain down on over a decade of operations. In total, the carrier has operated 16 examples of the type over the past ten years. The original examples of the type were first delivered to Singapore Airlines’ former…
Earlier this week, a Skywest Airlines Embraer E175 operating a flight on behalf of American Airlines under the Fort Worth-based US ‘big three’ legacy carrier and oneworld founding member’s American Eagle regional brand had to make an unplanned return to Omaha. The jet had just departed from the Nebraskan facility for California, but turned around amid fears of an attempted breach of the plane’s cockpit. The incident has been proven to have been a false alarm, with flight attendants having simply banged on the door of the flight deck due to a communications issue pertaining to the plane’s intercom. However,…
Australian regional airline Rex Airlines, formerly known as Regional Express, is set to leave administration and avoid a government takeover after being sold to a US-based aviation group. The airline entered administration in June 2024 after a disastrous foray into operating a fleet of ten Boeing 737-800s on Australian trunk routes to compete with the likes of Qantas and Virgin Australia. The airline’s administrator, EY Australia, announced on October 21, 2025, that a deal had been reached with the US-based aviation firm Air T that will see the carrier exit the administration process after 15 months. Under the proposed acquisition,…