A US House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee hearing has reignited a debate over ADS-B tracking, with lawmakers pushing for new guardrails around aircraft tracking. The Pilot and Aircraft Privacy Act (PAPA) aims to restrict ADS-B use to safety functions, while also including transparency provisions for airports imposing landing fees on general aviation aircraft.
The Mitchell Institute recommends that the Defense Department commission an independent review of its roles and missions to ensure clarity on service and agency responsibilities in supporting space superiority. The report also emphasizes the need for investment in cross-domain capabilities, including laser technologies and anti-satellite weapons, as well as joint exercises and education programs focused on space superiority.
Boom Supersonic has secured a $1.25 billion launch order for its Superpower natural gas turbine, which will power AI data centers. The company has completed its $300 million funding round led by Darsana Capital Partners.
The Pentagon has launched GenAi.mil, a new website offering generative AI tools to all three million personnel. The first AI available on the site is Google's Gemini, capable of handling highly sensitive but unclassified information.
Business aviation is experiencing a strong period, but CEO Kevin Singh warns that the industry may be ignoring structural risks. He argues that the current boom has eroded discipline and responsibility, with issues such as staffing shortages, airport congestion, and supply-chain fragility becoming real operational threats.
For nearly eight decades, the US Navy has benefited from technological superiority, scientific depth, and operational excellence. The Office of Naval Research (ONR) is evolving to better align research with acquisition priorities and accelerate technology transition.
The US military is focusing on technology development driven by higher-tech threats overseas, with Undersecretary for Research and Engineering Emil Michael identifying China as a pacing threat. Despite priorities in the Americas, Michael emphasized the need for adaptation to emerging technologies like drones, hypersonics, directed energy, and artificial intelligence.
IATA Director General Willie Walsh criticized the EU's Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) mandates as failing to address the root causes of delays and sustainability challenges. The industry is facing significant hurdles in meeting ambitious climate targets due to supply scarcity and rising prices.
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has warned of a renewed capacity crunch in global aircraft production, citing delivery shortfalls and an order backlog exceeding 17,000 planes. According to IATA Director General Willie Walsh, higher leasing costs, reduced scheduling flexibility, and increased reliance on suboptimal aircraft types are among the most obvious challenges facing the industry.
Canberra has approved a third tranche of the Australian-designed and -built MQ-28 Ghost Bat Collaborative Combat Aircraft from Boeing, worth AUS $754 million. The deal includes seven additional drones to be delivered over three years, supporting the development of an operational capability by 2028.
The Aerospace Industries Association has urged the Trump administration to make more aggressive changes to the federal acquisition process. The organization argues that current requirements for cost and pricing data are overly burdensome and lead to companies choosing not to work with the government.
Chapman Freeborn, a global air charter specialist, has a 53-year track record of continuous evolution. The company's adaptable business model enables it to cater to diverse verticals and meet changing customer needs.
Wisk Aero has completed assembling its sixth-generation air taxi, marking the transition from building to flight-testing. According to Wisk, this marks the beginning of the next phase in proving the aircraft's abilities in the air.
Cebu Pacific has announced a new direct flight service between Manila International Airport and King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, starting March 1, 2026. With four weekly flights, the airline aims to provide more affordable travel options for Filipino migrant workers in Saudi Arabia.
A Russian military Antonov An-22 heavy transport aircraft has crashed, killing all on board. According to AeroTime, the incident occurred during a flight over Russian territory, but authorities have provided limited details.
After over a decade of development and testing, the first owner of the Bombardier Global 8000 has received their aircraft, signaling the entry into service of the fastest civil aircraft since Concorde. The aircraft features a top speed of Mach 0.
Norway has presented a new bill to parliament proposing to add two more submarines to its program, with a total cost expected to reach $9.69 billion. This move comes amid growing tensions with Russia in the North Atlantic region.
Qantas has launched direct flights between Perth Airport and Johannesburg's OR Tambo International Airport, as well as Perth and Auckland Airport. The expansion adds over 150,000 seats annually through Perth, with federal funding supporting growth.
Boeing and the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) conducted the first live air-to-air missile firing by an MQ-28 Ghost Bat collaborative combat aircraft on December 9, 2025. The test saw the MQ-28 destroy a fighter-sized aerial target using a Raytheon AIM-120 AMRAAM missile during an operationally representative mission.
South Korea's Air Force scrambled fighter jets after nine Chinese and Russian military aircraft entered its air defense identification zone (ADIZ) on December 9, 2025. According to Seoul's Joint Chiefs of Staff (JCS), the planes were detected and identified before entering the ADIZ and withdrew without incident.