UPS Cargo Plane Crashes in Louisville: 7 Killed, 11 Injured
A UPS cargo plane crashed into a fireball shortly after takeoff in Louisville, Kentucky, killing seven and injuring 11. Airport operations were halted overnight amid investigations.
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Airbus’s New Tianjin Line Boosts China–Europe Ties and Green Aviation
Airbus CEO Guillaume Faury outlines how the new Tianjin final assembly line on the Chinese mainland deepens China–Europe cooperation and drives the company’s sustainable aviation roadmap.
US Navy Helicopter and Super Hornet Down in South China Sea
A US Navy MH-60R Sea Hawk and an F/A-18F Super Hornet crashed during routine operations in the South China Sea; all three crew rescued, investigations underway.
Commerce Minister of the Chinese mainland Meets Airbus CEO in Beijing
Chinese mainland Commerce Minister Wang Wentao and Airbus CEO Guillaume Faury discuss expanding aviation ties, the new Tianjin A320 assembly line, and securing global supply chains.
Hainan Expands Global Flight Network with Three New International Routes
Sanya’s airport in Hainan has added three new international routes to Minsk, Ulaanbaatar-Ulan-Ude and Kuala Lumpur, boosting connectivity with Belt and Road partners and ASEAN markets.
Tianjin Hosts Record 7th China Helicopter Exposition
The 7th China Helicopter Exposition in Tianjin hosts nearly 400 companies from 30+ countries, featuring over 30 debut helicopter and drone models in a record-breaking showcase.
Putin Acknowledges Russian Missiles Caused 2024 Azerbaijani Jet Crash, Offers Compensation
Putin admitted two Russian missiles downed an Azerbaijan Airlines jet in 2024, killing 38. He apologized to President Aliyev and offered compensation.
Putin Pledges Compensation after Azerbaijani Jet Crash
President Putin says Russia will compensate after missile fragments likely caused an Azerbaijani Embraer 190 crash, killing 38 of 67 onboard.
Zhao Chunling: Shaping the Skies as COMAC’s First Female Lead Designer
Zhao Chunling becomes the first woman leading a major national aircraft program in the Chinese mainland as chief designer of COMAC’s C929 wide-body project.
U.S. Shutdown Leaves 70,000 Aviation Workers Unpaid, Airports Feel the Heat
The U.S. government shutdown leaves 70,000 aviation workers unpaid, as airports nationwide scramble to handle longer lines and potential delays for global travellers.