Boeing Outpaces Airbus in January 2026 Aircraft Deliveries
Boeing delivered 46 aircraft in January 2026, outpacing Airbus's 19, signaling a production rebound after the FAA lifted its 737 MAX output cap.
Feb 19, 20262 min
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Airbus Leads 2025 Deliveries; Boeing Wins on Net Orders
Airbus maintained its lead as the world's largest planemaker with 793 deliveries in 2025, while Boeing showed a resurgence by securing 1,173 net orders.
Feb 18, 20263 min
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India & France expand aerospace partnership with new Rafale and helicopter pacts.
India and France have deepened their defense partnership, signing deals for local helicopter and missile manufacturing and renewing their 10-year cooperation pact.
Feb 18, 20263 min
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Tata and Airbus open India's first private H125 helicopter assembly line
Tata and Airbus opened India's first private H125 helicopter assembly line, a major step for the nation's defence manufacturing and self-reliance goals.
Feb 18, 20262 min
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Will Europe's €800B Defense Surge Reshape India's Aerospace Industry?
The EU's €800 billion defense spending surge creates major export opportunities for Indian aerospace firms through a new India-EU security partnership.
Feb 18, 20263 min
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Boeing Takes Early 2026 Lead Over Airbus with Strong January Performance
Boeing started 2026 with 46 deliveries and 107 orders in January, surpassing Airbus's 19 deliveries and 49 orders, signaling a potential shift in momentum.
Feb 18, 20262 min
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Tata and Airbus launch 'Made in India' H125 helicopter production in Karnataka
Tata and Airbus have inaugurated India's first private helicopter Final Assembly Line to produce the H125 for domestic and export markets.
Feb 17, 20262 min
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United Airlines picks 300 GE engines to power its massive Boeing 787 fleet
United Airlines has selected 300 GE GEnx engines to power its 150 new Boeing 787 Dreamliners, a move that will make it the largest GEnx operator.
Feb 17, 20262 min
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PM Modi and President Macron launch the first Airbus H125 assembly line.
Prime Minister Modi and President Macron will inaugurate India's first private helicopter assembly line today, boosting local aerospace manufacturing.
Feb 17, 20262 min
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Safran builds $332M Morocco plant to accelerate Airbus A320 production.
Safran will invest $332 million in a new Morocco facility by 2029; the site will produce landing gear to support the Airbus A320 production ramp-up.
Feb 17, 20263 min
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Boeing retires its final 787-8 Dreamliner test aircraft after 16 years
Boeing retired its last 787-8 Dreamliner test aircraft, ZA004, to an Arizona boneyard after 16 years of service to support future fleet development.
Feb 17, 20262 min
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Can Boeing reach a record 63 737 MAX production rate by 2028?
Boeing aims for a 737 MAX production rate of 63 jets per month by 2028; the plan requires FAA approval and steady incremental increases every six months.
Feb 17, 20262 min
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Macron eyes 114 Dassault Rafale jet deal and opens Airbus plant in India
French President Macron begins a three-day India visit to discuss a 114-unit Dassault Rafale deal and inaugurate a new Airbus helicopter assembly line.
Feb 17, 20262 min
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Why did Boeing just beat Airbus in early 2026 aircraft deliveries?
Boeing delivered 46 aircraft in January 2026, far outpacing Airbus's 19 units as the American manufacturer gains an early lead in the yearly race.
Feb 17, 20262 min
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India and France renew defence pact and launch Airbus H125 assembly line.
India and France will renew their 10-year defence pact and inaugurate the first private Airbus H125 helicopter assembly line in Karnataka this Tuesday.
Feb 16, 20262 min
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JetZero and Natilus challenge Boeing with advanced blended wing aircraft.
JetZero and Natilus are advancing blended wing designs to challenge Boeing and Airbus; these efficient aircraft could enter service by the early 2030s.
Feb 16, 20263 min
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COMAC C909 airplane hospital begins historic medical mission in Laos
COMAC's C909 airplane hospital successfully completed its first overseas surgery in Laos, marking a new era for China's humanitarian aviation missions.
Feb 12, 20262 min
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Boeing targets record 737 production of 63 aircraft monthly at Everett plant.
Boeing plans to produce 63 737 aircraft monthly by expanding its Everett facility; the move aims to meet soaring global demand for narrowbody jets.
Feb 12, 20262 min
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India transforms into a global aerospace hub as domestic manufacturing takes off.
India is evolving into a global aerospace hub as the first locally built Airbus C295 prepares for a 2026 rollout, marking a shift toward domestic production.
Feb 12, 20263 min
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Boeing overtakes Airbus in January 2026 as aircraft delivery roles reverse.
Boeing surpassed Airbus in aircraft deliveries and orders during January 2026; the shift marks a major recovery for the American plane maker.
Feb 12, 20262 min
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