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MBDA names Airbus executive Jean-Brice Dumont as new CEO amid European defence expansion

European missile manufacturer MBDA has appointed Jean-Brice Dumont as its next chief executive officer, marking a significant leadership transition as the company accelerates production to meet rising defence demand across Europe. The company announced that Dumont, currently Head of Military Aircraft......

Airbus boosts first-half aircraft deliveries by 15%, keeping annual targets within reach

Airbus delivered 351 commercial aircraft during the first six months of 2026, posting a 15% increase from the same period a year earlier and reinforcing expectations that the European aerospace manufacturer is on course to achieve its annual production objectives. The company handed over 89 aircraft......

Airbus targets higher 2026 aircraft deliveries as production momentum accelerates

Airbus is internally pursuing a more ambitious aircraft delivery target for 2026 as improving industrial conditions strengthen confidence in its production capabilities, according to industry sources. While the European aerospace manufacturer continues to publicly maintain its guidance of 870 commercial......

Airbus CEO questions outlook for European defence cooperation after FCAS collapse

Airbus Chief Executive Guillaume Faury has expressed doubts about the future of defence cooperation in Europe, warning that increased military spending alone may not be enough to strengthen cross-border industrial partnerships. Speaking at an economic forum in Aix-en-Provence, Faury said he was "not......

JetZero advances blended-wing Aircraft project in Mojave desert to challenge Airbus and Boeing

A California-based aerospace startup, JetZero, is advancing development of a novel aircraft design in the Mojave Desert, aiming to compete directly with industry giants Airbus and Boeing in the commercial aviation market. The company is building a full-scale demonstrator aircraft that could ultimately......

SAS places record Airbus order worth more than $10 billion to accelerate fleet renewal

Scandinavian Airlines (SAS) has announced the largest aircraft investment in its history, placing an order for up to 40 Airbus widebody jets in a deal with a list value exceeding $10 billion, marking a major milestone in the carrier's post-restructuring growth strategy. The order represents a significant......

Airbus secures record €3 billion EIB Loan to fund R&D and Green innovation

The European Investment Bank (EIB), the lending arm of the European Union, has approved a record €3 billion financing package for aerospace manufacturer Airbus, marking the largest loan ever granted to a single corporate borrower by the institution. The financing is designed to support long-term......

Airbus Launches Urgent Inspections on A380 Fleet After Wing Structure Issue Detected

Airbus has initiated urgent inspections on 16 Airbus A380 aircraft after structural cracks were discovered in a key component of the aircraft’s wing structure, raising renewed attention over the safety of the world’s largest passenger jet. The issue was identified in a load-bearing wing......

Qantas to launch World’s longest non-stop flight between Sydney and London in October 2027

Qantas has officially confirmed that its long-awaited non-stop flight between Sydney and London will begin commercial operations in October 2027, marking a major milestone in global aviation. The route will become the longest direct passenger flight in the world, significantly reducing travel time between......