Airbus and Skyfall Form Strategic Alliance
Airbus and Skyfall are shaking up European and Ukrainian defence industry dynamics with a newly announced strategic alliance, targeting faster innovation and joint development programs.
JetBlue And United Launch Blue Sky Revenue Bookings
JetBlue and United Airlines have launched revenue booking capabilities under their Blue Sky collaboration, allowing customers to purchase eligible itineraries operated by either carrier directly through each airline’s website and mobile app.
Airbus | Airlines | Flag Carrier | Maintenance | MRO | Partnership
Air Astana Group Signs A320 Component PBH Contract With AJW Group
Air Astana Group has secured long-term component support for its narrowbody fleet after signing a Power-by-the-Hour (PBH) agreement with AJW Group, covering aircraft operated by both the mainline carrier and its low-cost subsidiary, FlyArystan.
Trax Expands Digital Maintenance Partnership With Air Atlanta Icelandic
Trax has signed a multi-year contract expansion with Air Atlanta Icelandic, extending their relationship through the deployment of Trax’s eMobility suite and cloud hosting services to further modernize maintenance operations.
Airlines | Flag Carrier | MRO | Partnership
Thai Airways Selects Trax And Aerostrat For Digital MRO
Thai Airways Selects Trax And Aerostrat For Digital MRO as the flag carrier moves forward with a major modernization initiative aimed at transforming its maintenance, repair, and overhaul operations through advanced digital solutions. The airline has chosen Trax and Aerostrat, both subsidiaries of AAR CORP., to support the transition toward a fully integrated, data-driven MRO environment across its global operations.
Engines | Financial | Leasing | Lessor | Partnership
Willis Lease And Blackstone Engine Leasing Deal
Willis Lease And Blackstone Engine Leasing Deal signals a major strategic move in the aircraft engine leasing market, as Willis Lease Finance Corporation partners with Blackstone Credit & Insurance to scale investment into high-demand propulsion assets. The partnership plans to deploy more than $1 billion over the next two years, targeting both current and next-generation aircraft engines.
Crestone Partners With Temco To Support RB211-535E4 Market
Crestone has announced a new partnership with Temco Ltd aimed at strengthening aftermarket support for the RB211-535E4 engine, a powerplant central to the global fleet of Boeing 757 aircraft. This collaboration underscores the companies’ shared commitment to extending the service life of legacy engines that continue to play a vital role in aviation operations worldwide.
Lufthansa Group Expands NDC With Singapore Airlines
The Lufthansa Group has announced a strategic expansion of its New Distribution Capability (NDC) program in partnership with Singapore Airlines, further cementing its leadership in modern airline retailing. Recognized by IATA as having the industry’s most advanced API, Lufthansa continues to position itself at the forefront of innovation in airline distribution.
AAR Signs Exclusive Defense Distribution Agreement With AmSafe Bridport
AAR CORP. has signed a multi-year exclusive defense distribution agreement with AmSafe Bridport, a TransDigm company, marking a significant expansion of its defense aftermarket capabilities. Under the new agreement, AAR will act as the exclusive distributor for KC-46 Pegasus and C-40 Clipper platforms, serving both direct and indirect sales channels across the global defense and military aftermarket. This includes the U.S. Defense Logistics Agency, U.S. Armed…
Liquid Sun Launches eSAF Pilot Project With Finnair and Partners
Liquid Sun, a Finnish clean-tech company, has announced the launch of a pioneering electro Sustainable Aviation Fuel (eSAF) pilot project in cooperation with Finnair, ABB, Fortum, and Finavia. Scheduled to begin production in Autumn 2025 at a new facility in Espoo, the initiative represents Finland’s first attempt at producing aviation fuel directly from biogenic CO₂ emissions and renewable hydrogen.