Allegiant Air pilots represented by Teamsters Local 2118 will hold an informational picket on November 18, 2025, as contract negotiations continue without a deal. The union said more than 1,400 Allegiant pilots at 22 US airports will take part in coordinated demonstrations beginning at 10 a.
President Donald Trump announced plans to sell F-35 fighter jets to Saudi Arabia, marking a significant shift in American defense policy in the Middle East. The planned sale comes on the eve of Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman's visit to the White House.
AirJet Angola Embraer ERJ-145 charter flight carrying a delegation from the DRC Ministry of Mines made an emergency landing at Kolwezi Airport on November 17, 2025. The aircraft was destroyed by fire after leaving the runway during landing roll.
The US Army is expanding its high-altitude balloon swarm experiment with more platforms and help from NORAD. The experiment aims to use swarms as an intel-gathering tool at scale, with a focus on creating mass disruption for an adversary.
Air France has received its final Airbus A220-300 from ABL Aviation as part of a sale-and-leaseback agreement signed in 2022. The aircraft, powered by Pratt & Whitney engines, has been operating across Europe since 2019.
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has lifted flight restrictions tied to the US government shutdown, allowing US airports and airlines to resume normal operations after weeks of delays and reduced schedules. According to AeroTime, the FAA review of recent safety and staffing data showed steady improvement across the air traffic control system.
The US defense industry is making a concerted effort to bring semiconductor production back to the country, with Northrop Grumman at the forefront. This move aims to address supply chain vulnerabilities and ensure resilience in defense production.
Dassault Aviation has released a new comic book, 'Corsaires du ciel - Tome 1 - Mission sans retour', exploring the air involvement of the French Army in the Indochina War. Scripted by Rudolph de Patureaux and illustrated by Olivier Dauger, this project is published by Éditions Paquet.
Dublin-based lessor Avolon has ordered 100 LEAP-1A engines from CFM International to power 50 new Airbus A320neo family aircraft. This order builds on the existing relationship between Avolon and CFM, which already powers 99 of the lessor's fleet.
France and Germany are considering scaling back their involvement in the Future Combat Air System (FCAS) program, according to a report from the Financial Times. The two governments may cancel the joint New Generation Fighter (NGF) component and focus on the 'combat cloud' architecture instead.
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems demonstrated a pilot controlling an MQ-20 Avenger drone from the F-22 Raptor's cockpit at the Nevada Test and Training Range on Oct. 21. The demonstration leveraged Lockheed Martin and L3Harris teaming up for the internal research and development, according to Breaking Defense.
The US, UK, and democracies across the Indo-Pacific are rethinking deterrence as China expands its military power. At this year's Shangri-La Dialogue, US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth warned that Beijing's actions reveal a lack of respect for neighbors and challenge sovereignty, freedom of navigation, and overflight.
Dassault Aviation has signed a deal to supply the Ukrainian military with Rafale fighter jets, following a declaration of intent from the Ukrainian authorities. The French defense contractor has expressed confidence in the operational capabilities of the aircraft, which have been recognized by both countries.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy signed a letter of intent to potentially purchase up to 100 French Rafale fighter jets from France's defense industrial and technological base. The proposal includes air defense systems and aims to strengthen the Ukrainian military in its conflict with Russia.
Boeing has signed a letter of intent with Air Senegal to purchase nine 737 MAX 8 jets, with an option for six further aircraft. The deal is part of Air Senegal's plans to modernize its fleet and expand its network in Europe and the Middle East and Americas.
Bristow Group has added up to five Airbus H160 helicopters to its fleet for offshore energy operations in Africa. The aircraft are leased from Milestone Aviation Group and mark the first - and currently only - announcement from Airbus at the Dubai Airshow 2025.
The Dubai Airshow 2025 opened with major commercial orders and aircraft announcements from top carriers. Emirates made an early move by committing to 65 Boeing 777-9 aircraft, while Helvetic Airways and Air Côte d'Ivoire signed deals for Embraer E195-E2 jets.
Helvetic Airways has placed a new firm order for three Embraer E195-E2 aircraft, with options for five more, at the Dubai Airshow 2025. The airline aims to increase its E2 fleet from 12 to up to 20 aircraft in the coming years, strengthening its position as a leading European operator of Embraer's advanced E-Jet family.
Air Côte d'Ivoire has signed a firm order for four Embraer E175 aircraft at the Dubai Airshow 2025. The airline plans to operate the jets on domestic and regional routes, phasing out its Bombardier Dash 8-Q400 turboprop fleet.
Ethiopian Airlines has exercised an option from a previous Boeing order and purchased 11 additional Boeing 737 MAX jets at Dubai Airshow 2025. The airline is expanding its regional and international networks with the new aircraft, which will help support its growth plans.