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The latest top stories in aircraft manufacturing worldwide.

The eVTOL venture builds on nearly ten years of collaboration between Joby and Toyota.

Joby and Toyota form air mobility joint venture

July 2, 2026
The joint venture will focus initially on manufacturing groundwork and production efficiency before expanding capacity to support certification and demand for eVTOL aircraft. Full Story
The loan was approved within six months of Airbus's request.

Airbus secures first tranche of €3 billion EIB loan

July 2, 2026
The financing, the largest corporate loan the EIB has authorised, will fund investment in commercial and defence aviation technology across France, Germany and Spain. Full Story
Cure time is reduced by up to 45% against the standard 3960 autoclave cycle.

Toray launches fast cure 3960-FC prepreg system

July 2, 2026
Primary aircraft structures, UAVs, launch vehicles and rotorcraft are among the target applications as production rates increase across the sector. Full Story
The agreement supports Vertical's progress toward Critical Design Review for Valo's certifiable design baseline.

Vertical adds Astronics to Valo supplier line-up

July 2, 2026
Astronics will supply the low-voltage power distribution system for Vertical's eVTOL aircraft under a long-term agreement. Full Story

Skyryse and Robinson plan unmanned aircraft system

July 2, 2026
An autonomy system developed by Skyryse will be integrated into the Robinson R66 to create Group 4 UAS for defence operators. Full Story
The 500E offers a transcontinental range of 3,340 nautical miles with four passengers aboard.

Embraer’s Praetor 500E cleared for global operation

July 2, 2026
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Designed to operate alongside crewed fighters, CCA are intended to extend combat mass, survivability and situational awareness in contested environments through human-machine teaming.

U.S. Air Force awards production contracts for CCA development

June 24, 2026
General Atomics, Anduril and three autonomy software providers have secured key production awards as the Air Force pushes to field Collaborative Combat Aircraft by 2030. Full Story
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CDI Products
A global solutions leader in aerospace peelable coatings technology.
AC Products, Inc.
Elaire Corporation is a global supplier for airtool collets and various drill holding collets. All parts are made in the USA.
Elaire Corporation
Global design and manufacturer of components and systems to the aerospace & defense industry for over 90 years.
AMETEK PDS
CWST, leaders in surface treatment. Protecting and life extension of your critical components throughout any crisis!
Curtiss-Wright Surface Technologies
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USA Borescopes
Reduce the time spent on current projects by using ESDU – engineering data and software that has been approved and endorsed by professional institutions.
Accuris: ESDU Aircraft Design
Highly accurate torque sensors and transducers for the Aerospace & Defense industry since 1960.
S. Himmelstein and Co.
Quintus Technologies is a global leading provider of high pressure fluid cell presses and hydroform deep-draw presses for sheet metal forming
Quintus Technologies
Toray Advanced Composites provides advanced composite tooling materials including a comprehensive series of epoxy tooling prepregs.
Toray Advanced Composites
Innovative sealing solutions that facilitate energy transfer, maintain fluid integrity, & exclude contaminants, ensuring components endurance.
CDI Products
A global solutions leader in aerospace peelable coatings technology.
AC Products, Inc.
Elaire Corporation is a global supplier for airtool collets and various drill holding collets. All parts are made in the USA.
Elaire Corporation
Global design and manufacturer of components and systems to the aerospace & defense industry for over 90 years.
AMETEK PDS
CWST, leaders in surface treatment. Protecting and life extension of your critical components throughout any crisis!
Curtiss-Wright Surface Technologies
USA Borescopes is a global provider of quality borescopes and videoscopes.
USA Borescopes
Reduce the time spent on current projects by using ESDU – engineering data and software that has been approved and endorsed by professional institutions.
Accuris: ESDU Aircraft Design
Highly accurate torque sensors and transducers for the Aerospace & Defense industry since 1960.
S. Himmelstein and Co.
Quintus Technologies is a global leading provider of high pressure fluid cell presses and hydroform deep-draw presses for sheet metal forming
Quintus Technologies
Toray Advanced Composites provides advanced composite tooling materials including a comprehensive series of epoxy tooling prepregs.
Toray Advanced Composites
Innovative sealing solutions that facilitate energy transfer, maintain fluid integrity, & exclude contaminants, ensuring components endurance.
CDI Products
A global solutions leader in aerospace peelable coatings technology.
AC Products, Inc.
Elaire Corporation is a global supplier for airtool collets and various drill holding collets. All parts are made in the USA.
Elaire Corporation
Global design and manufacturer of components and systems to the aerospace & defense industry for over 90 years.
AMETEK PDS
CWST, leaders in surface treatment. Protecting and life extension of your critical components throughout any crisis!
Curtiss-Wright Surface Technologies
USA Borescopes is a global provider of quality borescopes and videoscopes.
USA Borescopes
Reduce the time spent on current projects by using ESDU – engineering data and software that has been approved and endorsed by professional institutions.
Accuris: ESDU Aircraft Design
Highly accurate torque sensors and transducers for the Aerospace & Defense industry since 1960.
S. Himmelstein and Co.
Quintus Technologies is a global leading provider of high pressure fluid cell presses and hydroform deep-draw presses for sheet metal forming
Quintus Technologies
Toray Advanced Composites provides advanced composite tooling materials including a comprehensive series of epoxy tooling prepregs.
Toray Advanced Composites

Dassault kicks off Falcon 10X flight-test campaign

June 24, 2026
The flagship business jet has completed its maiden flight as airframe and engine certification campaigns gather pace. Full Story

Mobix Labs relocates EMI operations to larger Irvine facility

June 24, 2026
The expanded site supports F-22 Raptor and U.S. Navy programmes while bringing key manufacturing and operations functions together. Full Story
Radia is targeting completion of the first WindRunner aircraft in 2028 ahead of flight testing and entry into service before 2030.

Radia and Italy advance WindRunner strategic airlift programme

June 24, 2026
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Leonardo and Baykar bring K-SWARM combat teaming concept to the air

June 24, 2026
Live trials in Turkey have demonstrated autonomous formation flying and advanced collaboration between crewed and uncrewed combat aircraft. Full Story
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