Aircraft programmes

AEROSPACE ATI outlines $41bn opportunity for UK aerospace as it unveils new technology roadmap

Government-funded research and innovation body outlines four key areas of focus to capitalise on next generation of aircraft programmes.
Aerospace Il-114-300 flown close to North Pole to test Arctic navigation capabilities

Flights from high-latitude archipelagos intended to expand operating conditions after certification.
AEROSPACE Commercial, defence demand boost 2025 results at Japanese aerospace players

Japanese aerospace suppliers are bellwethers for the broader industry.
AIRFRAMERS Boeing backlog tops 6,200 jets after April sales surge

US manufacturer’s order activity for first four months of the year is its best since 2014.
AIRFRAMERS Embraer keeps on course, ramping aircraft deliveries amid record Q1 revenue

Executives say the Brazilian firm, which delivered 44 aircraft last quarter, is overcoming supply chain strains.
Aerospace First deliveries of MC-21 pushed back to 2027

Head of Russian state technology firm acknowledges certification and production delays during meeting with Putin.
Aerospace Airbus reveals unidentified order for 15 A350s

Widebody agreement features in April backlog figures.
Airlines AirAsia confirms order for 150 A220-300s configured with 160 seats

Co-founder Tony Fernandes also urges Airbus to proceed with 185-seat ‘-500’ stretch.
Aerospace First flight of IAI-converted A330-300 freighter beckons after structural work completed

Israeli firm modifies Trent-powered airframe to feature forward cargo door.