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The Boeing 737 MAX 8 and MAX 9 are the current state-of-the-art narrowbody, single-aisle airliners offered by the legendary American planemaker. The two variants share many features as part of the latest generation in the iconic 737 family. Both models were designed to be more fuel-efficient and environmentally friendly than the legacy 737 Next Generation (NG). The 737 MAX 9 is the longer-range of the two, topping at 7,130 kilometers compared to the MAX 8’s at 6,570 kilometers, per Flightradar24. They each incorporate higher-bypass, high-efficiency CFM International LEAP-1B turbofan engines, as well as new “split scimitar” winglets, and a modern…
President Zelenskyy and Swedish PM Ulf Kristersson have signed a deal which clears the way for Ukraine to acquire between 100 and 150 Saab Gripen fighter aircraft. In a joint press conference held in front of a Gripen E aircraft at Saab’s facility in Linkoping, the two leaders announced the mutual signing of a defence cooperation agreement. One part of the agreement confirms Ukraine’s intent to modernise and expand its air force with potentially over 100 Saab Gripen multirole fighter aircraft. This would represent Sweden’s largest ever export order, and see the Ukrainian Air Force operate a similar number of…
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) on October 22, 2025, finalized rulemaking called Modernization of Special Airworthiness Certification — better known as MOSAIC — signifying a sweeping update to the light-sport aircraft (LSA) category and sport-pilot privileges after more than a decade of discussion and debate. The rule was signed in mid-July 2025 and unveiled publicly during the EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2025 airshow, marking what regulators call the most significant regulatory overhaul of recreational aviation in more than 20 years. Under the revised regulations, sport-pilot certificate holders will gain access to a far broader range of aircraft and privileges than previously permitted. For example, the old 1,320-pound maximum takeoff weight limit for light-sport…
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As everyone knows, American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, and United Airlines are the US’s Big Three operators. In November/December, Cirium Diio data shows they’ll collectively have 278 daily international long-haul departures. They’ve increased from 258 in those months in 2024. With 45% of the services, United is by far the leading carrier. Delta is second (31%), followed by American (24%). Compared to last year, all three airlines have slightly more services. United stands out, with its offering up by 13% year-over-year. This might mean excessively high capacity, especially in November, which is among the worst months of the year for…
Challenge Group has engaged Kalitta Air to operate a 777-300ERSF on an ACMI basis. Unit 32791 (ex-Emirates) began operations under this arrangement on Oct. 11 on a route connecting Tel Aviv (TLV) and Hong Kong (HKG) via Dubai (DWC). The arrangement will allow Challenge Group to gain hands-on experience with the 777-300ERSF ahead of the […] source
In theory, the fact that the United States and Europe fly many of the same jets should be a blessing. Common aircraft models — such as the F-35 and F-16 — should mean common spare parts, ground support equipment and mechanics who can fix similar planes from different nations.But the reality is more complicated. Different variants within the same model, incompatible support equipment and a lack of shared data and procedures create barriers to interoperability, researchers with the Rand Corporation think tank warned in a September report.The picture is even worse for ground equipment. “Some nations use U.S.-standard SE [support…
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Finnish flag carrier Finnair grounded eight Airbus A321s after the airline learned that water-washed seat covers might not meet the verified fire-protection standards that have been put in place by the European Union. Starting on October 13, the airline canceled around 70 flights due to the issue, something which disrupted the flow of roughly 11,000 passengers. This required the airline to lease backup aircraft and replace around 1,700 seat covers. The aircraft are now slated to re-enter service starting next week, with all eight penciled into schedules by the end of October. Finnair attributes the issue to guidance provided by…
NASHVILLE, Tenn. — AEI is expanding its commitment to converting 737 freighters by introducing the 737-900ERSF as its latest conversion program. AEI is targeting 2029 for STC approval from the FAA — and subsequently from EASA and the CAAC, Senior Vice President of Sales and Marketing Bob Convey told Cargo Facts today at Cargo Facts […] source