Source: Boeing Parker has 37 years of Boeing experience with global expertise in manufacturing, program management and technical leadership Boeing has announced Stephen (Steve) Parker as president and chief executive officer of its Defense, Space & Security (BDS) business, effective immediately. Parker has served as interim leader of the Boeing business unit since September 2024. "Under Steve's leadership, our defense business has stabilized its operations, improved program execution and strengthened relationships with our customers," said Boeing President and CEO Kelly Ortberg. "With proven experience in manufacturing and program management, combined with his focus on developing people and building a strong culture, Steve is a leader who exemplifies the best of Boeing." Parker will report to Ortberg and serve on the [...]

Source: Gulfstream Demand Continues for Proven Super-Midsize Leader Gulfstream Aerospace Corp. has announced the 300th customer delivery for the Gulfstream G280 fleet. The milestone delivery was completed at Gulfstream’s Dallas-Fort Worth area facility in Texas where the aircraft was outfitted. As of May, the in-service G280 fleet has accrued more than 575,000 flight hours and completed nearly 358,000 landings. The aircraft has a National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) dispatch reliability rate of 99.88%. “Achieving this delivery milestone reinforces the continued strong demand for the G280.” said Mark Burns, president, Gulfstream. “Known for its unique combination of speed, performance and cabin flexibility, the G280 remains top of the super-midsize class and continues to set the industry standard.” The G280, which has [...]

Source: De Havilland Aircraft of Canada De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Limited (De Havilland Canada) is pleased to announce that an undisclosed regional operator based in South America, has signed a purchase agreement for a refurbished Dash 8-400 aircraft. Known for its speed, fuel efficiency, and exceptional field performance capability, the Dash 8-400 is uniquely suited to support air access in South America’s diverse terrain — from mountainous areas to remote rural destinations. “We are excited to welcome another operator of the Dash 8-400. This aircraft is ideal for South America, offering high altitude airfield performance capability. We look forward to supporting their growth with the unmatched performance and operational flexibility of the Dash 8-400,” said Ryan DeBrusk, Vice President [...]

Source: Airbus Caption (from left to right): Dr. Stefan Weber, SVP Engineering and Technology at MTU Aero Engines; Marie-Eve Rigollet, Head of Propulsion System Procurement at Airbus; Claudia Gaab, SVP Corporate Development and Strategy at MTU Aero Engines; Bruno Fichefeux, Head of Future Programmes at Airbus  © MTU Aero Engines 2025 Airbus and MTU Aero Engines have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to progress together on hydrogen fuel cell propulsion, a promising and critical technology to decarbonise aviation. This MoU was signed during the 55th Paris Airshow by Bruno Fichefeux, Airbus' Head of Future Programmes and Dr. Stefan Weber, MTU’s SVP Engineering and Technology. The partnership draws on the combined expertise of Airbus, a leading aircraft manufacturer and pioneer [...]