Philippine Airlines (PAL) has signed a memorandum of understanding with Airbus to acquire six A350-900s to support an ambitious five-year expansion plan.

Philippine Airlines Commits to A350

In-development dedicated seaplane version to feature corrosion-proofing and new composite floats.

Viking Promotes New Twin Otter S Series

Originally schemed around the Saab 2000 regional airliner

Swordfish Maritime Patrol/Anti-Sub Platform Goes Global

Boeing’s Scott Fancher says the company continues to study a 757 replacement.

Boeing Rebuts Airbus's Criticism Over Middle Market

Singapore Airshow

News from the 2016 Singapore Airshow

2016 Singapore Airshow

2024 Corporate Aviation Leadership Summit

Samantha Cartaino

New developments and products in avionics, specifically about aircraft electronics in the cockpit.

Essential news and analysis on the defense aerospace business. Your trusted source for new and ongoing programs and requirements in military aircraft (manned and unmanned), engines, avionics, weapons and associated systems, including ground-based air defense.

Controp Precision Technologies is expanding its Stamp family of sensors.

Controp Ships 2000th Stamp Miniature EO/IR Payload

Liz Moscrop

News and developments about everything that goes into the cabin of an aircraft, from floor coverings to headliners, with a special emphasis on in-flight entertainment, communications and other electronics for passengers. If it is in the cabin of an aircraft, it’s covered here.

News and issues relating to international air transport and cargo carriers, national airlines and regional airlines, including aircraft, engines, personnel, acquisitions, accidents, safety, security and training.

Aircraft with satellite links and WiFi in the cabin, allowing passengers to connect their own devices, is quickly spreading.

Connectivity Spreads Fast Through Asia Pacific

Chris Pocock

News and issues relating to civil and military unmanned aircraft systems (UAS), unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) and remotely piloted aircraft systems (RPAS) of all kinds and sizes, including those used for intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance (ISR), combat (unmanned combat air vehicles, or UCAVs), law enforcement, research and other applications. Of particular focus is the FAA's planned integration of UAS into the U.S. national airspace system.

U.S. company is offering a suite of UAVs with common ground control 

When It Comes To Small-Scale UAVs, The Big OEMs are Best: LockMart

The Singapore Airlines Boeing 777 fleet is being upgraded. 

Singapore Airlines Upgrades Electronic Flight Bags

Bill Carey

Several nations including the UK now operate reapers, but the company is looking further afield for new customers.

General Atomics Eyes Asia Pacific Region for Popular Predator B

Charles Alcock

News and developments about airplanes, helicopters and unmanned air vehicles used in all varieties of operations, including airlines, military, business, commercial, general aviation and private.

The modernized twin turboprop is intended for a variety of roles including commuter airline service and maritime patrol.

Ruag to Kick Off Dornier 228NG Production in Mid-2016

Ian Goold

News and developments about aircraft engines, including turbofan, turboprop, turboshaft and piston.

News and issues about aviation maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO), covering all segments of the aviation industry; and modifications for aircraft and engines. Subjects include product support of aircraft, engines and avionics, MRO company mergers, acquisitions, announcements and personnel, Airworthiness Directives, Supplemental Type Certificate approvals and other topics.

With the UK engine maker assembling Trent engines in Singapore it makes sense that for services too, the country is key for Rolls.

Rolls-Royce Puts Singapore at Centre of Regional Services Initiative

News about simulators and training procedures, as well as workforce.

Almost two years after MH370 disappeared, the location is still a mystery – with only one item washing up.

The Search for MH370 Continues And So Does the Mystery

Singapore was the first export customer for the M346, and has since been joined by Israel, Poland and the UAE.

Italian Jet Trainer Finds New Cost-Saving Roles

News about bills, laws, regulations and other governmental decisions affecting aviation and aerospace. Topics include FAA re-authorizations, taxes on fuel and aviation activities, environmental legislation, ICAO decisions, governmental mediation of labor conflicts and World Trade Organization disputes and decisions.