Airbus Helicopters has been awarded a new contract by the Ministry of Defence of Ghana, marking a significant return of the manufacturer to the West African country with a diversified rotary-wing fleet solution. The agreement covers the supply of two H175M helicopters, alongside one ACH175 and one ACH160, with deliveries scheduled to begin from 2026.
IndiGo, India’s largest airline by market share, has been hit with an administrative penalty of ₹22.20 crore (approximately USD 2.45 million) by the country’s aviation regulator following a severe operational disruption in December. The fine was imposed by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation, citing systemic failures in crew planning and regulatory compliance.
BBN Airlines Indonesia has achieved a significant milestone with the approval of EASA Third-Country Operator (TCO) authorization, marking a major step forward in its expansion into the European aviation market. This approval eliminates the need for individual permits from EU member states, granting BBN streamlined access to offer its Aircraft, Crew, Maintenance, and Insurance (ACMI) solutions across Europe.
Latvia has announced a temporary closure of its eastern airspace along the borders with Russia and Belarus, citing national defense priorities and heightened regional security concerns. The restriction will begin on September 11, 2025, at 18:00 local time and remain in effect for at least one week.
The Portuguese government has formally set the valuation for the partial privatization of TAP Air Portugal (TP), placing a $817.7 million price on a 44.9% minority stake in the national carrier. In addition, 5% of the airline’s shares will be reserved for employees, while the state will retain majority ownership to safeguard strategic control.
Ireland has taken a pivotal step toward decarbonizing its aviation sector with the launch of its first Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) policy roadmap, unveiled on August 21, 2025, by Minister for Transport Darragh O’Brien. The initiative represents a foundational national framework designed to guide the country’s transition toward lower-emission air travel while fostering a more sustainable aviation ecosystem.
The United States Department of Transportation (DOT) has officially approved the strategic Blue Sky partnership between JetBlue and United Airlines, paving the way for deeper cooperation between the two carriers. This decision marks a significant development in the competitive U.S. airline landscape and expands customer options across both networks.
Kazakhstan is preparing to establish a national cargo airline in early 2026, according to an official announcement by Nurlan Zhakupov, Chairman of the Management Board of Samruk-Kazyna National Welfare Fund. The initiative is part of a government directive aimed at strengthening Kazakhstan’s strategic position as a major air cargo hub in Central Asia.
A new agreement between the United States and the European Union will preserve tariff-free trade in aircraft and aircraft parts, shielding the aerospace industry from potential disruptions amid broader tariff tensions. The deal, announced on July 28, 2025, reinstates a zero-for-zero tariff structure on jets and components, averting what could have been a severe blow to global production and…
The government of Bonaire is facing a financial liability of $4.1 million stemming from a tourism-related partnership with JetBlue Airways, with further projections indicating that the losses could reach $12.3 million by the end of 2026. The deal was intended to promote air service and tourist arrivals to the Caribbean island but has now come under scrutiny due to its growing fiscal impact.
