France orders development of ASN4G hypersonic nuclear missile from MBDA

France has formally launched the development of the ASN4G, the hypersonic missile that will arm the airborne component of the country’s nuclear deterrent from around 2035. The Direction générale de l’armement (DGA),... Read more »

Qatar 747-8 gets new Air Force One livery

The Boeing 747-8 gifted to the United States by Qatar has emerged from its paint shop wearing President Donald Trump’s preferred red, white, dark blue and gold Air Force One-style livery. Photos... Read more »

FL Technics expands Bangkok office for APAC transitions

Asia-Pacific remains one of the fastest-growing aviation markets, driven by fleet expansion, increasing aircraft leasing activity, and strong passenger demand. The region already accounts for nearly 25% of global international seat capacity,... Read more »

Cirrus added to Pentagon list of Chinese military companies

The US Department of Defense has added Cirrus Design Corporation, the Duluth, Minnesota-based aircraft manufacturer that does business as Cirrus Aircraft, to its updated list of “Chinese military companies” operating directly or... Read more »

Top 10 fastest private jets and executive aircraft 2026

When it comes to private jets, the industry feels the need for speed. Flying executives faster between cities can make or break a sale, and manufacturers are always working to get more... Read more »

Electra unveils NASA turbo-electric airliner concept

Electra has unveiled a turbo-electric airliner concept developed under NASA’s Advanced Aircraft Concepts for Environmental Sustainability (AACES) 2050 program, showing a future 100-plus-seat aircraft that uses a double-bubble fuselage and electrically driven... Read more »

Philippine Airlines To Join Oneworld Alliance As 16th Member

**MANILA, Philippines** – Philippine Airlines (PAL) has officially received an invitation to join the prestigious oneworld Alliance, a significant move that will see the flag carrier become the 16th member airline of... Read more »

American Airlines takes lounge dining to new heights

American Airlines has announced: American Airlines is redefining the premium lounge experience with significant upgrades to dining across its Flagship® and Admirals Club® lounges. Refreshed culinary offerings deliver greater choice, more complete meal offerings... Read more »

High fuel prices to halve airline profits in 2026: IATA

Global airline profitability is expected to fall sharply in 2026 as rising jet fuel prices and war-related disruptions in the Middle East put renewed pressure on carrier balance sheets, according to the... Read more »

Changi Airport Group revenue up 6% but profits decline

Changi Airport Group (CAG) has reported revenue of SGD 3.3 billion (US$2.5 billion) for the financial year ending March 31, 2026, a 6% increase from SGD 3.1 billion (US$2.4 billion) the previous... Read more »