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StandardAero Expands Winnipeg Facility To Boost CF34 And CFM56 MRO Capacity

StandardAero has officially broken ground on a 70,000 square-foot expansion at its Winnipeg, Manitoba facility, reinforcing its position as a leading global provider of maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) services for GE Aerospace CF34-3/8 and CFM International CFM56-7B engines. The new addition marks a major step in expanding capacity, improving efficiency, and strengthening the company’s role in supporting both commercial and military aviation sectors worldwide.

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Alaska Airlines Expands With 13 New Routes and Two New Destinations

Alaska Airlines has announced an extensive route expansion for Spring 2026, introducing 13 new nonstop flights and adding two new destinations—Tulsa, Oklahoma (TUL) and Arcata-Eureka, California (ACV). The carrier continues to grow its network from major hubs in San Diego and Portland, further strengthening its position as the leading airline on the U.S. West Coast.

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Republic Airways and Mesa Air Group to Merge in All-Stock Deal

Republic Airways Holdings and Mesa Air Group, two of the largest regional airline operators in the United States, have announced a definitive agreement to merge in an all-stock transaction. The deal will create a new, publicly traded regional airline company, consolidating resources, fleets, and operational platforms under a unified corporate structure.

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BNDES Approves $158M Funding for Horizon Air’s E175 Fleet

BNDES (Brazil) has approved $158 million in financing for Horizon Air (US) to facilitate the acquisition of six Embraer E175 aircraft, scheduled for delivery between 2025 and 2026. This funding underscores Brazil’s continued support for Embraer aircraft sales in international markets.

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EJS Signs LOI for Acquisition of Ex-Air Burkina E175

EJS (UK) has signed a Letter of Intent (LOI) with Nordic Aviation Capital (Ireland) to acquire an Embraer E175, serial number 17000316, previously operated by Air Burkina. The aircraft, currently located in Poland, is scheduled for disassembly at Nordic Aviation Capital’s Bydgoszcz facility during the first quarter of 2025.