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Farnborough 2026: Vertical Aerospace makes history with first public eVTOL transition flight

British electric aircraft developer Vertical Aerospace has made aviation history at the Farnborough International Airshow by completing the first public electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) transition flight at the event. The landmark demonstration saw the company’s full-scale VX4 prototype successfully transition from vertical take-off into wingborne forward flight before [read more]

UK Aviation News•Nick Harding22 Jul

Farnborough 2026: Aircraft orders dominate a busy second day

The second day of the Farnborough International Airshow saw manufacturers continue to announce new aircraft orders and strategic partnerships, with commercial aviation once again taking centre stage as airlines and lessors committed to fleet expansion and renewal programmes. Embraer was among the day’s busiest exhibitors, announcing a landmark agreement with [read more]

UK Aviation News•Nick Harding22 Jul

Farnborough 2026: Azorra commits to up to 30 Embraer E-Freighters

Embraer has secured a major vote of confidence in its growing freighter programme after aircraft lessor Azorra agreed to purchase up to 30 E190F passenger-to-freighter conversion aircraft during the Farnborough International Airshow. The agreement includes 20 firm orders for the Embraer E190F, alongside purchase rights for a further 10 aircraft. [read more]

UK Aviation News•Nick Harding22 Jul

Airbus launches Wing of Tomorrow flight test programme

Airbus has set out a three year flight test programme for the Wing of Tomorrow project that will see it air test wing extensions that would replicate folding wing technology. Over the next three years Airbus will build, design and test the wing technology and this will involve the European [read more]

UK Aviation News•Nick Harding21 Jul

Fuji Dream expands fleet with more Embraer E175s

Fuji Dream Airlines is set to expand its all Embraer fleet with two more E175 regional jets in a deal announced at the Farnborough International Airshow with the Brazilian OEM. The aircraft will be configured a single-class 84 seat layout and are expected to be delivered in 2027 and 2028 [read more]

UK Aviation News•UK Aviation News21 Jul

SMBC Aviation Capital orders big from Boeing and Airbus

Airliner leasing specialist SMBC Aviation Capital has placed firm orders with both Boeing and Airbus on day one of the Farnborough International Airshow 2026. The deal with Boeing was announced first and consisted of 100 737 Max jets, made up of 60 737 Max 10s and 40 Max 8s marking [read more]

UK Aviation News•UK Aviation News20 Jul

NPAS orders two Airbus H135 helicopters on Day one of FIA2026

The National Police Air Service (NPAS) has order two additional Airbus H135 helicopters from European OEM, Airbus Helicopters on day one of the Farnborough International Airshow 2026 (FIA 2026). The order comes as the first two aircraft of its fleet renewal programme, which now stands at nine aircraft, have arrived [read more]

UK Aviation News•Nick Harding20 Jul

Riyadh Air firms up Airbus order for additional six A350-1000

Riyad Air has firmed up an order with European OEM Airbus for six additional A350-1000 airliners bringing its total for the type to 31 firm orders. The deal, announced on day one of the Farnborough International Airshow 2026, forms part of an agreement to purchase 50 of the type and [read more]

UK Aviation News•Nick Harding20 Jul

Embraer forecasts demand for 8,500 regional jets over next 20 years

Embraer has forecast demand for 8,500 new commercial jets in the sub-150-seat market over the next two decades, with deliveries valued at an estimated USD 650 billion as airlines adapt to changing travel patterns and growing regional connectivity. The Brazilian aircraft manufacturer unveiled its Market Outlook 2026 ahead of next week’s Farnborough [read more]

UK Aviation News•Nick Harding18 Jul

Italian and US Air Forces Confirm Major Aircraft Line-Up for Farnborough International Airshow 2026

The Farnborough International Airshow has revealed another impressive addition to its 2026 flying and static display programme, with both the Italian Air Force and the United States Air Force confirming a range of military aircraft set to appear at the world’s leading aerospace event. Taking place from the 20th to 24th [read more]

UK Aviation News•Nick Harding16 Jul

Zimbabwe to London Gatwick route set to return this month

The route between the Zimbabwean capital Harare and London Gatwick (LGW/EGKK) is set to resume later this month as Air Zimbabwe resumes the service after a break of 14 years. The route is being restored with the help of Global air aircraft charter and leasing specialists Chapman Freeborn, part of [read more]

UK Aviation News•Nick Harding12 Jul

easyJet agrees to second takeover bid starting a bidding war for the low cost carrier

UK low-cost carrier (LCC) easyJet (U2/EZY) has agreed in principle to another takeover bid from US company Apollo Global Management sparking a potential bidding war between them and US investment group Castlelake. easyJet says the new rivals offer delivers a “superior outcome” to investors in the group, which includes the [read more]

UK Aviation News•Nick Harding11 Jul

Embraer E-Jets Family Certified for Operations in India

Embraer has received type certification for several members of its E-Jets family from India’s Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), marking a significant step in the manufacturer’s ambitions to expand its presence in one of the world’s fastest-growing aviation markets. The approval covers the Embraer E190, E195 and latest-generation E195-E2, [read more]

UK Aviation News•UK Aviation News9 Jul

Airbus rebounds with strong June as first-half deliveries climb 15%

Airbus delivered 89 commercial aircraft during June, capping its strongest month of 2026 so far and putting the European manufacturer firmly back on course to achieve its annual delivery target. The June performance lifted Airbus’ first-half total to 351 aircraft delivered to customers worldwide, representing a 15% increase compared with [read more]

UK Aviation News•UK Aviation News8 Jul

Airbus and MTU to launch hydrogen engine joint venture in major step towards zero-emission flight

Airbus and German engine manufacturer MTU Aero Engines are set to establish a joint venture dedicated to developing hydrogen fuel cell propulsion systems, marking one of the most significant industrial commitments yet to hydrogen-powered commercial aviation. The two companies announced plans to create a new business focused on designing, testing, [read more]

UK Aviation News•Nick Harding7 Jul

easyJet agrees £5.2bn takeover deal by US investor

Luton based low-cost carrier easyJet (U2/EZY) has agreed in principle to a £5.2bn takeover by US investment firm Castlelake after rejecting four previous offers. The agreement will see Castlelake pay £6.90 per share for the airline, up from previous offers ranging from £5.60 to £6.50 which saw the the airline [read more]

UK Aviation News•Nick Harding5 Jul

SAS orders 18 Airbus A330neo aircraft to support long-haul expansion

Scandinavian airline SAS has strengthened its long-haul growth plans with a firm order for 18 Airbus A330-900 aircraft, marking a significant step in the carrier’s ongoing fleet renewal programme. The agreement was signed during a ceremony in Copenhagen by SAS President and CEO Anko van der Werff and Airbus Executive [read more]

UK Aviation News•UK Aviation News1 Jul

Gatwick named UK’s most stressful airport for summer travel as delays continue to impact passengers

London Gatwick has been ranked as the UK’s most stressful airport for summer travel, according to new research analysing flight delays and cancellations across the country’s busiest airports. The study, carried out by online tour operator Exoticca.com using UK Civil Aviation Authority data, examined flight performance during the peak summer [read more]

UK Aviation News•Nick Harding30 Jun

British Airways expands Canadian network with new Porter Airlines codeshare

British Airways (BA/BAW) has strengthened its presence in Canada through a new codeshare agreement with Toronto-based Porter Airlines, giving customers seamless access to 17 additional destinations across the country via Toronto and Montreal. The partnership, announced today, allows passengers booking through British Airways to connect onto selected Porter Airlines domestic [read more]

UK Aviation News•Nick Harding25 Jun

RIAT announces Tiger Gathering for 2027 Air Tattoo

The Royal International Air Tattoo (RIAT) has announced that Tiger Gathering will be one of the main themes for the 2027 Air Tattoo. The gathering will mark 50 years since the original Tiger Trophy was presented to the NATO Tiger Association by the International Air Tattoo and will see current [read more]

UK Aviation News•UK Aviation News25 Jun