How FAA’s eVTOL Pilot Could Transform U.S. Air Travel By Jack Daleo, FLYING State, local, tribal, and territorial governments can participate in the program alongside private sector partners. The U.S. Department of Transportation and FAA are launching a series of pilot programs for electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) air taxis, self-flying planes, short takeoff and landing (STOL) aircraft, and...Read More

Airbus Sees Pratt Engine Issues Persisting In 2026 By Robert Wall Airbus is seeing an easing in supply chain challenges, but expects uncertainty involving Pratt & Whitney engine deliveries to persist in 2026, said Christian Scherer, departing CEO of the commercial aircraft unit. Single-aisle engines were a pain-point throughout 2025. “We see that this trend continuing and in particular with...Read More

FAA Proposes New Radio Altimeter Rules By Aero News Network New Minimum Standards The Federal Aviation Administration is proposing new regulations that would require all radio altimeters to meet specific minimum performance requirements. Those requirements are for altimeters to able to withstand interference from wireless signals in neighboring spectrum bands, while continuing to provide accurate altitude readings to both pilots...Read More

Airbus meets 2025 delivery guidance with 793 aircraft handed over to customers By Orient Aviation Daily Digest Airbus has reported 793 commercial aircraft deliveries for calendar 2025, up 3.5% from 766 deliveries in the prior year. The 2026 total was in line with the company’s guidance of 790 deliveries for the full year, noting Airbus in late 2025 lowered its target from...Read More

Aviation Capital Group Places Order for 50 Boeing 737 MAX Aircraft By Aviation Source News  In a significant boost to Boeing’s commercial aircraft program, Aviation Capital Group LLC (ACG), a leading global aircraft leasing company, has finalized a firm order for 50 Boeing 737 MAX aircraft. Announced on January 13, 2026, the deal includes 25 737-8 and 25 737-10 variants....Read More

Delta Air Lines places landmark order for up to 60 Boeing 787 Dreamliners By MRO Business Today Delta Air Lines has placed its first direct order for Boeing 787 Dreamliners, committing to 30 787-10 aircraft with options for up to 30 additional jets as the carrier accelerates its long-haul international growth and widebody fleet renewal. The new aircraft will support Delta’s expansion on...Read More

Lufthansa Group to Equip 850 Aircraft with Starlink Wifi By Mark Caswell The high-speed wifi technology will be gradually rolled out across the group’s fleet from later this year Lufthansa Group has become the latest aviation firm to partner with Space X for the roll out of its high-speed inflight Starlink wifi technology. Around 850 existing and newly delivered aircraft...Read More

AAIB Air Accident Bulletin – January 2026 January Bulletin 1/2026 AAIB Field Investigations A field investigation is an independent investigation in which AAIB investigators collect, record and analyse evidence. The process may include, attending the scene of the accident or serious incident; interviewing witnesses; reviewing documents, procedures and practices; examining aircraft wreckage or components; and analysing recorded data. The investigation, which can take...Read More

HAL Dhruv NG helicopter completes maiden flight By Ricardo Meier DGCA certifies indigenous Shakti engine as HAL advances civil helicopter ambitions Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) conducted the inaugural flight of its Dhruv New Generation (NG) helicopter in Bengaluru on December 30. The event was attended by India’s Minister of Civil Aviation, Shri Kinjarapu Ram Mohan Naidu, and senior HAL officials. The flight introduces...Read More

It was a difficult year for aviation Air travel in 2025 has been anything but routine, with passengers facing an unprecedented series of crises. From deadly plane crashes to government shutdowns, technical failures, and even a rat infestation, the skies have been fraught with anxiety. As the Department of Transportation (DOT) campaigns for a return to the golden age of flying, travelers...Read More