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So it was recently reported by The Wall Street Journal that Boeing is in the very early stages of designing a new single-aisle airplane. If we consider the fact that the 737 will probably NOT see another generation after the MAX, we would assume that this new single-aisle aircraft would take the place of the 737 family. source

Canada’s long-delayed F-35A fighter jet program is facing renewed uncertainty as Prime Minister Mark Carney’s government weighs whether to proceed with its planned fleet of 88 aircraft from Lockheed Martin or diversify toward a mixed fleet that could include Saab’s Gripen E. The Liberal government first announced in March 2025 that it would “review” the purchase, citing heightened trade and diplomatic tensions with the United States. The move came as Canada was entering an election campaign. Following his re-election, Carney has advocated for greater “diversification” in Ottawa’s defense and industrial partnerships. That stance was underscored by a new defense and…

In the 12 years since it first took to the skies, and the 10 years since it entered commercial service with Qatar Airways, the Airbus A350 XWB family of widebody twinjets has become synonymous with ultra-long-haul travel. This is evidenced by its use on Singapore Airlines’ non-stop flights from Changi (SIN) to Newark (EWR) and New York JFK, as well as Qantas choosing the type for its ‘Project Sunrise’ scheme. However, if you know where to look, it is also possible to find Airbus A350 flights that are on the much shorter side. Indeed, scheduling data made available by Cirium,…

Boeing has received approval from the US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to increase production of its Boeing 737 MAX family, after more than a year of intense regulatory scrutiny. The FAA has lifted the cap that limited Boeing to 38 aircraft per month, allowing production to gradually rise to 42 jets per month, according to Reuters. The restriction was imposed in early 2024 following the Alaska Airlines Flight 1282 mid-air incident, which prompted the FAA to tighten oversight of Boeing’s manufacturing processes and supplier coordination. In a statement, the FAA said it had conducted extensive inspections of Boeing’s assembly system…

The cost of buying a Boeing 777 is not cheap, but the cost of operating one is comparatively astronomical. Indeed, the market price of a midlife 777 is roughly equal to operating one for up to two years. In this article, we will discuss the costs of operating a Boeing 777 in 2025, although actual expenses may differ significantly in the real world due to a range of specific factors. There is currently a hiatus in Boeing 777 passenger aircraft deliveries as the final Boeing 777-300ER was likely delivered in 2024, and the successor Boeing 777X is not expected until…

Thailand-based carrier, Thai Airways, is looking to get board approval to acquire up to 10 new widebody aircraft in the near future, as the airline is looking to make up for the capacity lost by retiring some of the airline’s older jets. Having had its fleet investment plans refused three times previously, the airline’s CEO states that there are high stakes involved, and the need for the airline to increase its fleet capacity is deemed “absolutely necessary” in order for the carrier to maintain its position and connectivity in the region. Proposal For Up To 10 New Widebody Jets Credit: Shutterstock…

Along with UAE giants Emirates and Etihad Airways, Qatar Airways is one of the ‘big three’ Middle Eastern airlines that are currently setting a high bar as far as long-haul hub-and-spoke connectivity and enhanced passenger experience are concerned. The Qatari flag carrier and oneworld member’s revered status has seen it become a popular choice for those flying from Europe to Asia via the Middle East. In order to serve its diverse portfolio of routes from its main hub at Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH), Qatar Airways has devised an equally diverse fleet. This collection of commercial aircraft consists of widebody…

Turkey has confirmed a deal to acquire a batch of surplus Royal Air Force C-130J Hercules airlifters from the United Kingdom, upgrading its medium-lift transport fleet as it phases out aging B and E-model aircraft. The Turkish Ministry of National Defense announced that 12 aircraft will be transferred under the agreement, with pre-delivery work already underway in the UK. The aircraft, retired from RAF service in 2023, are being refurbished by Marshall Group in Cambridge to prepare them for Turkish Air Force operations. “The process to modernize and deliver the aircraft has begun,” ministry spokesperson Rear Admiral Zeki Aktürk said…

Emirates is by far the largest operator of the Airbus A380, with a total of 116 currently in its fleet. From its hub at Dubai International Airport (DXB), the carrier deploys its A380s on both regional services and on long-haul routes to destinations across the world. In this article, we use data from Cirium, an aviation analytics company, to take a closer look at the routes on which Emirates operates the most Airbus A380 flights in 2025. We will also consider the legacy of the A380 on the wider commercial aviation industry. Emirates’ Busiest Airbus A380 Route Credit: Simple Flying By…

In the skies of military power, one question stands out: which air force has the most pilots and why? That honor, by most counts, belongs to the United States Air Force (USAF). In our article, we will explore why it leads, how many pilots it fields, how many aircraft it operates, how many planes the average pilot flies, and finally, how one becomes a USAF pilot today. Understanding the scale of the USAF’s pilot corps is important: it reflects the logistics, training, retention, and industrial base necessary to sustain global air power. For aviation enthusiasts, prospective pilots, or defense watchers,…