Bristow Group has signed a purchase agreement with Electra.aero for five EL9 ultra short takeoff and landing hybrid-electric aircraft plus options for an additional 45 aircraft. A multi-million-dollar pre-delivery deposit was placed to secure the first delivery slot.
The French government has awarded Loft Orbital a €50 million contract to develop its first sovereign SAR satellite, marking a significant shift in strategy for Paris. The program will see the development and launch of a single demonstration satellite, with Thales Alenia Space and TEKEVER France contributing to the SAR sensor payload.
The US government has approved a potential Foreign Military Sales case for Singapore to buy the Boeing P-8A Poseidon multi-mission maritime patrol aircraft in a deal worth potentially over $2.3 billion. The approval includes right MK 54 lightweight torpedoes and other associated equipment, according to Breaking Defense reports.
The Exploration Company is in talks to acquire Orbex, a U.K.-based developer of small launch vehicles. According to SpaceNews, Orbex has faced financial difficulties.
The National Commission on the Future of the Navy was created by Congress to help the US Navy compete, deter, and win with modern tools and concepts against sophisticated adversaries. The commission will hold public hearings in 2026 and submit its recommendations in early 2027.
United Airlines reported record revenue in 2025, driven by strong demand from premium travelers and growth in higher-yield segments. CEO Scott Kirby credited 'brand-loyal customers' for the success.
US President Donald Trump called for immediate negotiations to acquire Greenland from Denmark, citing national security and strategic interests. Trump emphasized the importance of protecting the island and developing its resources, while also questioning the strength of NATO's Article 5 collective defense clause.
Riyadh Air has unveiled Riyadh Cargo as its freighter operations division, marking the beginning of belly-hold cargo flights across its wide-body aircraft fleet. According to AeroTime, the new service is a 'core pillar' of the airline's commercial operations, reflecting a deliberate approach to building a scalable and integrated cargo business.
Iran has skipped the Dimdex 2026 defense show in Qatar, with analysts attributing this move to domestic unrest and past missile strikes on the country. The absence of Iranian officials from the event may signal increased isolation for the nation.
Edelweiss Air, part of the Lufthansa Group, unveiled its new cabin interiors for its Airbus A350-900 fleet, featuring a minimalist design with a reduced color palette and simpler lines. The goal is to induce a feeling of calm and relaxation onboard while delivering a more premium experience overall.
The United States must accelerate its digital transformation to deter space war, according to SpaceNews reports. This includes investing in cloud-native services, edge computing, AI/ML-driven autonomy, software-defined payloads, zero-trust cybersecurity, and network maneuver.
The Space Development Agency (Breaking Defense) has awarded Starfish Space a $52.5 million contract to provide a disposal service for the agency's Proliferated Warfighter Space Architecture (PWSA) satellites at the end of their life. The service, which will be provided by the 300-kilogram Otter vehicle, is designed to work with unprepared satellites and could have significant implications for sustainable space operations.
Starfish Space has secured a contract from the Space Development Agency to provide deorbiting services for satellites in a missile-tracking and communications constellation. According to SpaceNews, the award marks evidence that deorbiting services are moving into the mainstream.
A Canadian man, Dallas Pokornik, has been indicted for wire fraud after posing as a commercial airline pilot over four years. He obtained hundreds of free flights on three US airlines before being arrested in Panama, Cuba, and extradited to the US.
Argentum Airways, a new Alaskan airline brand, completed its first commercial flight on January 20, 2026. The carrier is part of Aleutian Airways, which operates in the Aleutian island chain and focuses on providing connectivity throughout the region.
A new report from the Atlantic Council warns that the U.S. is vulnerable to Russian escalation in space, citing concerns over the resilience of current satellite systems. The report urges a shift toward more robust architectures to blunt potential attacks.
UK-based Vertical Aviation is taking on Archer Aviation and Joby Aviation in New York after announcing plans for its own electric vehicle takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft network in the US's largest city. Collaborating with Bristow Group and Skyports Infrastructure, Vertical Aerospace plans to deliver electric air travel routes in and out of Manhattan and connect airports with key New York sites.
Dassault Aviation has released 'Combat Aircraft: 100 Legendary Jets from 1944 to the Present Day,' a book compiled by editor-in-chief Alexis Rocher. The publication covers the most advanced aircraft produced over the last eighty years, including fighters, bombers, and transport aircraft.
Finland's first Lockheed Martin F-35A Lightning II, JF-501, has arrived at Ebbing Air National Guard Base in Fort Smith, Arkansas, marking a historic day for the Finnish Air Force. The aircraft was received by Colonel Tuukka Elonheimo, head of Finland's F-35 Liaison Office.
Emirates is introducing new, minimally processed vegan menu concepts that emphasize legumes, grains, nuts, seeds, and seasonal vegetables. The Dubai-based carrier aims to provide customers with authentic flavors and global culinary traditions.