Aviation News: 2026-10-07
Curated industry headlines published on 2026-10-07.
- Simple Flying · 21:33 UTC
Alaska Airlines Testing An East Coast Fix With Breeze Airways
Alaska Airlines is testing Breeze as an East Coast sales channel, but the partnership may have a relatively low ceiling.
- Simple Flying · 21:00 UTC
5 Reasons Why Private Jets Almost Always Cruise Above Airline Traffic
Designed for lightweight, fast, long-range operations, private jets exploit the benefits of higher cruise altitudes.
- AeroTime Hub · 20:42 UTC
Three killed, 36 injured in attacks on Riyadh and Abha airports
Attacks on two international airports in Saudi Arabia killed three people and injured 36, the country’s General Authority… The post Three killed, 36 injured in attacks on Riyadh and Ab...
- FlightGlobal · 20:31 UTC
Brazil approves American’s $100 million minority investment in Azul
The minority stake is similar to that of United Airlines, which was approved in January 2026. Brazilian regulators have approved American Airlines’ minority investment in low-cost carr...
- AeroTime Hub · 20:06 UTC
Biman Bangladesh places firm order for 10 Airbus jets
Biman Bangladesh Airlines has ordered four Airbus A350-900s and six A321neos, adding Airbus aircraft for the first time… The post Biman Bangladesh places firm order for 10 Airbus jets...
- AeroTime Hub · 19:17 UTC
Safari plane makes emergency landing after reported zebra strike in Tanzania
An Embraer EMB-120 Brasilia with 30 people aboard made an emergency landing at Tanzania’s Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO)… The post Safari plane makes emergency landing after r...
- FlightGlobal · 18:21 UTC
Vertical takes aim at Archer with patent infringement claim
Air taxi developer’s move is a response to legal action from US rival. UK-headquartered Vertical Aerospace has responded to its ongoing legal fight with Archer Aviation by countersuing...
- FlightGlobal · 18:15 UTC
Eve plots US air taxi demos despite exclusion from pilot programme
The Florida air taxi developer, majority owned by Brazil’s Embraer, plans to begin US air taxi demonstration flights in 2028. Eve Air Mobility may have been shut out of the US governme...
- AeroTime Hub · 14:35 UTC
MBDA Remote Carrier Compact clears design review despite FCAS fighter split
France, Germany, and Spain have approved the preliminary design review (PDR) of MBDA’s Remote Carrier Compact demonstrator, the… The post MBDA Remote Carrier Compact clears desig...
- AeroTime Hub · 14:03 UTC
Australia’s black box flight recorder to feature on Royal Australian Mint coin
The black box flight recorder, invented by Australian defense scientist David Warren in the 1950s, will appear on… The post Australia’s black box flight recorder to feature on Royal Au...
- AeroTime Hub · 13:42 UTC
Lithuania receives first Switchblade 600s after 2024 delivery pledge
The Lithuanian Armed Forces have received their first AeroVironment Switchblade 600 loitering munitions, more than two years after… The post Lithuania receives first Switchblade 600s a...
- AeroTime Hub · 13:18 UTC
Saudia Group gains momentum for ‘substantial’ aircraft order: Bloomberg
Saudia Group is moving closer to a “substantial” aircraft order, according to a company executive who spoke with… The post Saudia Group gains momentum for ‘substantial’ air...
- AeroTime Hub · 13:18 UTC
First Brazilian-built Gripen E takes flight as local production ramps up
The first Gripen E fighter assembled in Brazil has completed its maiden flight, Embraer announced on October 7,… The post First Brazilian-built Gripen E takes flight as local productio...
- FlightGlobal · 11:15 UTC
Simulations validate concept to enable idle-thrust approaches to busy airports
German aerospace centre tests dynamic recalculation of vertical profiles in response to tactical speed changes. German researchers are testing a system which recalculates vertical flight pro...
- FlightGlobal · 11:13 UTC
Romania confirms SAFE-backed order for 12 H225M helicopters
Bucharest had in June signaled intention to order new Caracal fleet alongside technology transfer agreement. Romania has confirmed an order for 12 Airbus Helicopters H225M heavy-twins, with...
- Simple Flying · 11:00 UTC
Here's Why United Airlines' CEO Called Washington Dulles Airport's Saarinen-Era Mobile Lounges 'Terrible'
It will soon be time for the mobile lounges to go away as the entire airport is modernized.
- Simple Flying · 11:00 UTC
18-Hour Flights: Heathrow's 11 New Ultra-Long Nonstop Routes Revealed
There are various changes, partly influenced by the war in Iran. Find out more here!
- FlightGlobal · 10:28 UTC
Norse Atlantic capacity down a third in September as it prepares retreat from US market
Scandinavian budget carrier will redeploy winter capacity towards Thailand, where it sees ‘positive momentum’. Norse Atlantic Airways’ overall capacity and traffic fell by a third in Septemb...
- AeroTime Hub · 10:27 UTC
Japan Airlines to reopen renovated domestic lounges at Tokyo Haneda on October 8
Japan Airlines (JAL) announced it will reopen its renovated domestic lounges and a dedicated security checkpoint in the… The post Japan Airlines to reopen renovated domestic lounges at...
- AeroTime Hub · 09:50 UTC
What makes business class worth the price in 2026?
Business class cabins are gradually becoming the highest-margin product, and it’s the highest-paying passengers who are now dictating… The post What makes business class worth th...
- Simple Flying · 09:48 UTC
A Captain's Perspective: Who Are We Really Putting Behind The Cockpit Door?
Captain Chris takes a look at why pilot selection should extend beyond flight hours and test results, and how psychology can play more of a role.
- FlightGlobal · 09:47 UTC
Skytrans Dash-8 took evasive action to avoid light aircraft on approach to Townsville
Australian investigators probe serious airprox as turboprop arrived from Kidston. Australian investigators are probing a serious airprox incident in which an Skytrans De Havilland Dash 8-100...
- Simple Flying · 09:26 UTC
The $4 Billion Construction Project Turning A Remote US Air Force Base Into America's Primary Stealth Bomber
A big investment in America's future air defense.
- Simple Flying · 09:15 UTC
How Much Does It Cost To Upgrade To Business Class On British Airways?
A closer look at the price bump that is required to fly in BA's Club cabins.
- FlightGlobal · 08:52 UTC
MBDA presses ahead with Remote Carrier Compact drone
Drone concept reflects cooperation between France, Germany, and Spain. MBDA has completed the preliminary design review for its Remote Carrier Compact (RC) demonstrator, a developmental dron...
- FlightGlobal · 08:23 UTC
NATO lifts top speed for next-gen rotorcraft while Boeing bows out of contest
NSPA provides more detail on requirements for multi-national NGRC programme following publication of request for proposals in July. A NATO-led effort to develop a future military rotorcraft...
- Simple Flying · 08:05 UTC
United Suspends Pilot Who Praised October 7 Attack, Years After Quietly Letting Him Fly Again
It has also emerged that some of the pilot's colleagues gave up first class seats to monitor him on a flight he was operating.
- Simple Flying · 08:00 UTC
Why Virgin Atlantic Handed Chicago, Newark & Detroit To Delta Air Lines Instead Of Flying Them Itself
Joint ventures can seem a little complicated when looked at generally, but for airlines like Virgin Atlantic, they can be greatly beneficial.
- FlightGlobal · 07:52 UTC
Houthi paramilitary group warns international airlines to cease using Saudi Arabian airspace
EASA highlights broadening scope of attacks including strikes against aviation infrastructure. Yemeni paramilitary leaders allied with the Houthi organisation have warned airlines to stop us...
- AeroTime Hub · 07:44 UTC
Swedish Gripen jets back Poland during major Russian attack on Ukraine
Swedish Air Force Gripen fighters supported Polish air defense operations during a large Russian missile and drone attack… The post Swedish Gripen jets back Poland during major Russian...
- FlightGlobal · 07:31 UTC
SIA, Air India deepen commercial partnership amid strong travel demand
Announcement follows commercial cooperation framework agreement in January Singapore Airlines and Air India have further expanded their “strategic” partnership to include frequent-flyer bene...
- FlightGlobal · 07:28 UTC
HAL to boost AL-31FP engine production at Koraput
State-owned aerospace company ahead of delivery schedule for Russian-designed powerplant. Hindustan Aeronautics (HAL) will speed up production of Saturn AL-31FP engines, under a 2024 order f...
- Simple Flying · 06:25 UTC
Delta Airbus A350 Winglet Wedged In Air Canada Boeing 777's Tail After LAX Collision
The two widebodies collided while the Air Canada 777 was being towed to its gate at LAX.
- Simple Flying · 05:00 UTC
The World's 3rd-Busiest Cargo Airport Is Quietly Building A $1 Billion International Passenger Gateway
SDF isn't building an international concourse from scratch: it's monetizing four decades of UPS Worldport airfield overbuild that already sized runway
- FlightGlobal · 04:29 UTC
Morocco’s first F-16 Block 72 takes to the skies
Fighter is powered by a single Pratt & Whitney F100-PW-229 engine. The first Lockheed Martin F-16 Block 72 fighter for the Royal Moroccan Air Force has conducted its maiden flight, setti...
- Simple Flying · 01:45 UTC
How Much Do Boeing 777 Captains At The World's Top 6 Operators Actually Earn In 2026?
A closer look at how much 777 captains earn, including tax-adjusted pay.