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EMALS vs Steam: Donald Trump orders US Navy to ditch electromagnetic catapults on new aircraft carriers

The US Navy has spent more than two decades developing its new aircraft carrier, incorporating 23 new or significantly updated technologies into major systems across the

The mood among European and US airlines after reporting their second-quarter earnings

Fuel cost rises stemming from the Iran war really started to hit home for airlines in the second quarter. FlightGlobal's Airlines team, fresh from covering earnings sea

Airbus pursues broad ambitions with its Wing of Tomorrow

Airbus is immersed in a crucial research project to examine in depth the efficiency benefits of broad and slender wings as it prepares to develop a successor to its bests

The tactical case for hybrid-electric aircraft

The former head of the US Army says a new generation of hybrid-electric rotorcraft can provide significant tactical advantages over traditional helicopters, including fas

IATA's new director general and the sustainability challenge she faces

IATA has appointed its first female director general and its first leader in more than 40 years to come from outside the airline industry. This week, Graham Dunn and Ke

Farnborough review: a week of orders, innovation and airpower

From the sidelines of the 2026 Farnborough air show last week, our editors and reporters break down the stories that dominated this year's exhibition. From commercial air

FlightGlobal at Farnborough: what to expect as 2026 edition opens

This year's Farnborough air show kicks off as airlines grapple with the fallout from the Middle East conflict. Meanwhile, governments around the world are seeking to dr

How Rolls-Royce is putting its Trent 1000 troubles behind it

One of two engine choices for the Boeing 787, the Trent 1000 has faced durability challenges as thrust demands have increased across the Dreamliner fleet. However, the ma

All eyes on EasyJet as airline earnings season kicks off

This week, we discuss EasyJet and look at the ongoing acquisition attempts of the European low-cost operator. Plus, we examine the key issues and themes as airlines prepa

Inside Horizon Aircraft’s unique path of a bringing hybrid VTOL to market

Horizon Aircraft CEO Brandon Robinson joins FlightGlobal Focus to explain why he views Horizon's somewhat unique hybrid VTOL strategy as a winner. Unlike rivals pursuing

A sit-down with Boeing's head of defence

Steve Parker has been at the helm of Boeing Defense, Space & Security since 2024, first on an interim basis and later as the permanent chief executive officer. A Boeing

IATA AGM: Airlines confront costs, engine woes and limits of green ambitions

Airline executives arrived at this year's AGM with a growing list of problems that transcend borders: higher fuel costs tied to Middle East instability, severe engine sho

Boeing nears 777-9 and Max approvals as key Russian programmes clear certification

Boeing appears to be regaining momentum after years of manufacturing and certification setbacks, expecting 737 Max 7 and 10 certifications this year followed soon after b

Sensing victory: why airborne early warning contests are heating up

With Canada having shortlisted Saab's GlobalEye and the US administration seemingly back on board the Boeing E-7 Wedgetail programme, we assess the latest developments in

Executive interview: Chris Raymond, CEO Boeing Global Services

With an annual turnover of almost $21 billion, Boeing Global Services' activities span everything from aircraft maintenance and fleet support for commercial and military

Inside propulsion: Hydrogen trials, Russian engine updates and Leap durability promises

From Rolls-Royce’s hydrogen tests to Russian powerplant developments and GE Aerospace’s push to address Leap engine durability shortcomings, we break down the conventiona

Embraer looks to challenge the C-130's dominance in the tactical transport market

The global market for military airlift has long been dominated by just a few options. Lockheed Martin’s C-130 has been a mainstay for decades, now representing 20% of th

Spirit collapse, fuel prices cast pall ahead of IATA's annual conference in Rio

As airline executives prepare to gather in Rio for IATA’s Annual General Meeting, soaring fuel prices, worries of fuel shortages and the collapse of Spirit Airlines have

From cabin comfort to cost crisis: signals from the show floor

What this spring’s biggest aerospace shows reveal about the future of flight — and how a sudden fuel shock might change the picture.

The US Air Force has graduated its last class of new A-10 pilots

After years of noise about wanting to retire the famous Fairchild Republic A-10 ground attack fighter, the US Air Force now says it has graduated the last class of new pi