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Latest aviation headlines across airlines, airports, aerospace, pilot training, safety and airshows.

European carriers expand long-haul fleets ahead of summer
Airlines
Aviation Briefing · 5/30/2026

European carriers expand long-haul fleets ahead of summer

Several major European carriers have confirmed widebody deliveries to support a record summer schedule across transatlantic and Asian routes.

Major UK airport unveils new sustainable terminal design
Airports
Airports Today· 5/29/2026

Major UK airport unveils new sustainable terminal design

A leading UK hub has revealed plans for a new terminal focused on low-carbon construction and improved passenger flow.

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Next-gen narrowbody engine clears certification milestone
Aerospace
Aerospace Review· 5/28/2026

Next-gen narrowbody engine clears certification milestone

A new generation engine completes a critical certification phase, paving the way for entry into service later this year.

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Cadet pilot programmes report record applications for 2026 intake
Pilot Training
Pilot Path· 5/27/2026

Cadet pilot programmes report record applications for 2026 intake

Flight schools report a sharp rise in applications, driven by improved airline hiring and new sponsorship schemes.

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Industry pushes for stronger fatigue management rules
Safety
FlightSafe Wire· 5/26/2026

Industry pushes for stronger fatigue management rules

Unions and regulators are reviewing fatigue management standards as ultra-long-haul operations grow.

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Major airshow confirms record exhibitor list for next edition
Airshows
Airshow News· 5/25/2026

Major airshow confirms record exhibitor list for next edition

Organisers say exhibitor interest is at an all-time high, with strong representation from defence, OEMs and eVTOL startups.

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Apprenticeship routes into engineering see major expansion
Careers
Aero Careers· 5/24/2026

Apprenticeship routes into engineering see major expansion

Several MROs and OEMs have expanded their apprenticeship intake, with new programmes launching across the UK and EU.

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Home-cockpit hardware makers tease new realism updates
Flight Sim
Sim Wire· 5/23/2026

Home-cockpit hardware makers tease new realism updates

New panels, throttle quadrants and FFB yokes are headed to home cockpits, with deeper avionics integration on the way.

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