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The latest top stories in aircraft manufacturing worldwide.

The Citation M2 Gen3 prototype reached 41,000ft during its first flight.

Textron's next-generation Citation M2 completes first flight

June 3, 2026
The M2 Gen3 aircraft has entered a wider test programme as Textron works towards certification and planned service entry in 2027. Full Story
The megawatt-class system combines electric propulsion components with a CT7 gas turbine engine.

GE completes hybrid-electric powertrain test ahead of flight trials

June 3, 2026
NASA-backed testing has validated a complete megawatt-class propulsion system after more than a decade of technology development. Full Story
Lars Tossman, head of Saab's business area Aeronautics, and General Marcelo Kanitz Damasceno, Commander of the Brazilian Air Force, stand in front of the first Gripen F during its rollout ceremony in Linköping, Sweden.

Saab and Brazilian Air Force unveil first co-developed Gripen F

June 3, 2026
Brazilian engineers have helped to develop the two-seat aircraft, which will enter flight testing before delivery to the air force. Full Story
The MSN 707 flew for three hours and 43 minutes during its first sortie from Toulouse.

World's longest-range passenger aircraft completes maiden flight

June 3, 2026
Qantas plans to use the Airbus aircraft on non-stop Sydney-London services lasting up to 22 hours, a route once considered beyond the reach of commercial aviation. Full Story
Boeing assessed the MQ-28's radar signature from a range of angles inside its test chamber.

Ghost Bat stealth trial strengthens Boeing combat aircraft programme

June 3, 2026
Radar cross-section testing has confirmed the aircraft's low-observable design as flight trials and operational demonstrations continue. Full Story

Airbus signs partnership with Mistral as aerospace AI adoption widens

June 3, 2026
The partnership has extended artificial intelligence development from factory workflows to future flight and defence applications. Full Story
The joint platform is designed to track multiple airborne threats simultaneously while operating beyond the line of sight.

Saab and GA-ASI fly LoyalEye early warning demonstrator

May 28, 2026
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Global design and manufacturer of components and systems to the aerospace & defense industry for over 90 years.
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A global solutions leader in aerospace peelable coatings technology.
AC Products, Inc.
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
USA Borescopes is a global provider of quality borescopes and videoscopes.
USA Borescopes
Quintus Technologies is a global leading provider of high pressure fluid cell presses and hydroform deep-draw presses for sheet metal forming
Quintus Technologies
Elaire Corporation is a global supplier for airtool collets and various drill holding collets. All parts are made in the USA.
Elaire Corporation
CWST, leaders in surface treatment. Protecting and life extension of your critical components throughout any crisis!
Curtiss-Wright Surface Technologies
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.
Global design and manufacturer of components and systems to the aerospace & defense industry for over 90 years.
AMETEK PDS
A global solutions leader in aerospace peelable coatings technology.
AC Products, Inc.
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
USA Borescopes is a global provider of quality borescopes and videoscopes.
USA Borescopes
Quintus Technologies is a global leading provider of high pressure fluid cell presses and hydroform deep-draw presses for sheet metal forming
Quintus Technologies
Elaire Corporation is a global supplier for airtool collets and various drill holding collets. All parts are made in the USA.
Elaire Corporation
CWST, leaders in surface treatment. Protecting and life extension of your critical components throughout any crisis!
Curtiss-Wright Surface Technologies
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.
Global design and manufacturer of components and systems to the aerospace & defense industry for over 90 years.
AMETEK PDS
A global solutions leader in aerospace peelable coatings technology.
AC Products, Inc.

WMI gains follow-on contract for E-2D welded assemblies

May 28, 2026
Welding Metallurgy, Inc. will manufacture more than 20 different complex welded assemblies in support of the production of E-2D program with deliveries through 2028. Full Story
Hermeus is already building Quarterhorse Mk 2.2, with Mk 2.3 soon to follow.

Hermeus pushes Quarterhorse Mk 2.1 beyond Mach 1

May 28, 2026
Full Story

Parker targets aerospace growth with CIRCOR acquisition

May 28, 2026
Flight-critical motion and flow control products strengthen Parker Hannifin’s aerospace and defence portfolio as demand across major programmes grows. Full Story
Across 59 flights, the company confirmed stable hover performance and predictable control behaviour.

Eve pushes eVTOL toward transition flight phase

May 28, 2026
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Vertical taps Hyundai supplier for Valo landing gear

May 28, 2026
The agreement expands the eVTOL programme’s supplier network as Vertical Aerospace advances toward certification and scaled aircraft production. Full Story
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