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Embraer Reports 91 Aircraft Delivered in the Fourth Quarter and Surpasses 4Q24 Mark to Meet 2025 Guidance

Source: Embraer Embraer, a global leader in the aerospace industry, delivered 91 aircraft in 4Q25. This result represents an improvement compared to 3Q25 and 4Q24, when 62 and 75 jets were delivered, respectively. During 4Q25, 32 new commercial jets were delivered — 15 of which were E195-E2 models, Embraer’s largest aircraft currently in production in the segment. During the period, the Commercial Aviation business unit outperformed both 3Q25 and 4Q24, which recorded 20 and 31 deliveries, respectively. In 2025, Commercial Aviation delivered 78 jets, in-line with its 77-85 aircraft guidance for the year. Embraer Executive Jets registered 53 deliveries, compared with 41 jets delivered in 3Q25 and 44 in 4Q24. The highlight of the quarter was the Phenom 300, the [...]

2026-01-22T07:53:40+02:00January 23rd, 2026|MANUFACTURERS, News|

New ANAC Requirements Strengthens Safety in Aeronautical Manufacturing in Brazil

Source: ANAC Brazil The revised regulation aligns Brazilian processes with international best practices and strengthens risk management. The Brazilian National Civil Aviation Agency (ANAC) issued Amendment No. 13 to the Brazilian Civil Aviation Regulation (RBAC) No. 21, updating the requirements applicable to the design and manufacturing of aeronautical products, including aircraft, engines, and propellers, subject to RBAC 21.  The amendment is the result of a Regulatory Impact Analysis (RIA) process conducted with the participation of the regulated industry, ensuring closer alignment with international best practices and reinforcing organizational risk management within the sector.   Key Changes   More flexible implementation timelines for new applicants, facilitating initial compliance and adaptation.  Standardized organizational structure, consistent with those adopted in other regulatory domains overseen by ANAC.  Alignment with ICAO Annex 19, ensuring compliance with global Safety Management dispositions.  [...]

2026-01-22T08:13:52+02:00January 23rd, 2026|MANUFACTURERS, News|

Matthieu Louvot appointed Airbus Helicopters CEO

Source: Airbus Airbus SE has appointed Matthieu Louvot Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Airbus Helicopters, effective 1 April 2026. He will report to Airbus CEO Guillaume Faury and be part of the Company’s Executive Committee. Matthieu Louvot, currently Executive Vice-President Strategy for Airbus, will succeed Bruno Even, who has decided to leave the Company to pursue his next personal and professional objectives. “I am deeply grateful for Bruno’s leadership at the helm of Airbus Helicopters over the past eight years. Under his tenure, the Division expanded its product portfolio, transformed its industrial system and has been placed on a sustainable and profitable growth trajectory. I respect Bruno’s decision to step down and explore new avenues for the next phase of [...]

2026-01-15T05:25:22+02:00January 15th, 2026|MANUFACTURERS, News|

JSX Starts ATR Public Charter Operations

Source: ATR A new era for regional travel in the United States,  combining premium comfort with responsible innovation ATR, the world’s leading manufacturer of regional aircraft, and JSX, the United States’ leading public charter air carrier, celebrated a milestone in their partnership with a special ceremony at Santa Monica Airport, showcasing JSX’s first ATR 42-600 aircraft.  JSX, winner of the “5-Star Regional Airline” award from the Airline Passenger Experience Association for five years in a row, began operating its first ATR 42-600 in December on the Santa Monica–Las Vegas route, marking an early milestone in its fleet expansion. Building on this success, yesterday’s event celebrated the next step in this journey: JSX will operate four ATR 42-600s in early 2026, each featuring a premium 30-seat configuration. [...]

2026-01-15T05:18:46+02:00January 15th, 2026|MANUFACTURERS, News|

Airbus launches demonstrator to test global 5G connectivity in orbit

Source: Airbus Airbus Arrow satellite platform that will be used for Airbus UpNext SpaceRAN demonstrator @Copyright Airbus - 2022 Airbus UpNext, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Airbus, has launched a new demonstrator called Airbus UpNext SpaceRAN (Space Radio Access Network). Its mission is to enable standardised global connectivity by exploring advanced 5G Non-Terrestrial Network (NTN) capabilities. Airbus is committed to providing customers with a secure and cost-effective way to stay connected in an increasingly digitised world. This demonstrator aims to explore the 5G NTN, a versatile connectivity technology compatible with all types of business applications. Whether for commercial, defence or governmental use, it will confirm the feasibility of providing universal connectivity that is standardised, interoperable, and globally available. Airbus UpNext SpaceRAN will [...]

2026-01-14T15:04:03+02:00January 14th, 2026|MANUFACTURERS, News|

Boeing Announces Fourth Quarter Deliveries

Source: Boeing The Boeing Company has announced major program deliveries across its commercial and defense operations for the fourth quarter of 2025 as follows: Major Programs 4th Quarter 2025 Full Year 2025 Commercial Airplanes Programs ‌‌  737 117 447 ‌  767 10 30 ‌  777 6 35 ‌  787 27 88 Total 160 600 Defense, Space & Security Programs  AH-64 Apache (New) 5 19  AH-64 Apache (Remanufactured) 14 42  CH-47 Chinook (New) 2 3  CH-47 Chinook (Renewed) 2 11  F-15 Models 2 9  F/A-18 Models 2 14  KC-46 Tanker 5 14  MH-139 3 9  P-8 Models 2 6  Commercial and Civil Satellites — 4 Total1 37 131 1 Deliveries of new-build production units, including remanufactures and modifications Note: Delivery information is [...]

2026-01-14T15:36:52+02:00January 14th, 2026|MANUFACTURERS, News|

Delta Air Lines Orders up to 60 Boeing 787 Dreamliners to Grow, Modernize Widebody Fleet

Source: Boeing Global carrier orders 787-10 airplanes for international expansion Ultra-efficient, spacious widebody jets will also support fleet modernization Latest purchase brings Delta's order book to 130 Boeing airplanes as it builds future fleet 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 airline's expansion and modernization plans on high-demand transatlantic and South American routes. "Delta is building the fleet for the future, enhancing the customer experience, driving operational improvements and providing steady replacements [...]

2026-01-13T19:38:24+02:00January 13th, 2026|AIRLINES, MANUFACTURERS, News|

Airbus reports 793 commercial aircraft deliveries in 2025

Source: Airbus Deliveries up 4% year on year to 793 commercial aircraft in 2025 1,000 gross orders recorded from 57 customers (889 net), including 49 A220s, 656 A320s, 100 A330neo, two A330 MRTTs and 193 A350s Record overall order backlog of 8,754 and for widebodies of 1,124 at year end Airbus delivered 793 commercial aircraft to 91 customers globally in 2025 and registered 1,000  new gross orders in the Commercial Aircraft business. The backlog at the end of December 2025 increased to a new year-end record of 8,754 aircraft highlighting the strong market demand for Airbus’ product portfolio. In 2025, Airbus achieved another healthy book to bill above one. In a continued complex and dynamic operating environment, deliveries in 2025 [...]

2026-01-13T19:43:53+02:00January 13th, 2026|MANUFACTURERS, News|

Airline Service Quality Performance Data – October 2025

Source: US DOT The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) today released its Airline Service Quality Performance data compiled for the month of October 2025 for on-time performance, mishandled baggage, mishandled wheelchairs, and scooters. For additional information and interactive charts on transportation's role in aviation, please visit BTS' Aviation Facts and Figures. BTS regularly updates TranStats, with both Marketing Carrier On-Time Performance (Beginning January 2018) and the Reporting Carrier On-Time Performance (1987-present).

2026-01-13T19:23:57+02:00January 13th, 2026|MANUFACTURERS, News|

Boeing Continues Platinum Level Sponsorship of EAA AirVenture Oshkosh

Source: Boeing Boeing Plaza naming rights, sponsorship of youth admission to continue Boeing announced the continuation of its Platinum Level sponsorship with the Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA), particularly for its annual EAA AirVenture Oshkosh fly-in convention. This renewed partnership underscores Boeing's commitment to supporting aviation enthusiasts and the next generation of aviation professionals. Boeing's formalized support of EAA AirVenture began in 2011 and has grown into one of the largest vendor footprints on the grounds. Under this new three-year agreement, Boeing will maintain naming rights of Boeing Plaza and continue to provide AirVenture admission at no cost to all youth attendees 18 and younger. Other key components of the agreement include Boeing as the Presenting Sponsor of WomenVenture, support for [...]

2026-01-06T06:16:59+02:00January 5th, 2026|MANUFACTURERS, News|