A U.S. Air Force F-35A Lightning II, assigned to the Vermont Air National Guard, prepares to land at the Burlington International Airport, South Burlington, Vermont, April 21, 2026. The jets flew a routine training mission to ensure operational proficiency. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Airman 1st Class Raymond LaChance)

An F/A-18E Super Hornet, assigned to Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 25, lands on the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71), April 18, 2026. VFA 25, part of Carrier Air Wing 11 and the Theodore Roosevelt Carrier Strike Group, is operating in the U.S. 3rd Fleet area of operation conducting advanced training to bolster strike group readiness and capability. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Tyler Harstad)

An F/A-18F Super Hornet, assigned to Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 154, lands on the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71), April 18, 2026. VFA 154, part of Carrier Air Wing 11 and the Theodore Roosevelt Carrier Strike Group, is operating in the U.S. 3rd Fleet area of operation conducting advanced training to bolster strike group readiness and capability. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Tyler Harstad)

U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 95th Fighter Generation Squadron prepare F-35A Lightning II aircraft for flight operations during Exercise Ready Tiger 26-3 at Savannah Air National Guard Base, Georgia, April 15, 2026. Crew chiefs ensured the aircraft was safe, properly configured and ready for flight, playing a critical role in mission success. Airmen demonstrated disciplined execution and accountability, key to maintaining Air Force standards and readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Victoria Moehlman)

SYRACUSE, N.Y., April 21, 2026 — Lockheed Martin (NYSE: LMT), in collaboration with Northrop Grumman, has successfully completed flight testing of the Digital Receiver Exciter Recorder (DREXR) upgrade for the U.S. Navy’s E-2D Advanced Hawkeye aircraft.

The successful tests strengthen the Navy’s ability to detect, track and counter evolving threats in contested and austere environments, reinforcing the E-2D’s critical role in defending the Carrier Strike Group. The upgrade enhances commanders’ situational awareness and decision-making speed, providing a decisive operational advantage across the battlespace.

“The successful DREXR flight tests demonstrate our commitment to keeping the E-2D Advanced Hawkeye at the forefront of airborne early warning and battle management,” said Rick Cordaro, vice president of Lockheed Martin Radar and Sensor Systems. “By modernizing this proven platform, we are ensuring it remains a critical enabler for force protection, command and control, and mission success in today’s increasingly complex threat environment.”

DREXR is a compact, single-box upgrade, replacing the current Exciter and Receiver subsystems, that delivers next-generation radar performance while extending the operational life of the Navy’s premier airborne early warning platform. During flight testing, the joint industry team validated key capabilities, including wideband transmit and receive, independent transmit per radar element, and software-defined waveform functionality. The team also collected critical radar data through the integrated recorder to support mission analysis and ongoing advanced capability development, including artificial intelligence.

About the E-2D Advanced Hawkeye

The E-2D Advanced Hawkeye is the world’s most proven airborne early warning and battle management platform, connecting air, sea and joint forces into a single operational network. Its APY-9 radar, mission computer and integrated sensor suite enable multi-domain, multi-mission operations from both land and sea. Continuous modernization ensures the platform delivers day-one interoperability, operational resilience, and sustained mission readiness to deter and defeat advanced threats.

WASHINGTON, April 20, 2026 /PRNewswire(opens in a new tab)/ -- Boeing [NYSE: BA] and Ethiopian Airlines announced today the purchase of six 787 Dreamliner jets as the airline fully exercises commitments from its 2023 landmark order(opens in a new tab). Ethiopian Airlines will use the 787-9 jets to expand its intercontinental network from Addis Ababa and increase cargo capacity as demand for long-haul travel continues to rise.

"Converting the options of six Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner airplanes into a firm order is truly a proud moment for us," said Ethiopian Airlines Group CEO, Mr. Mesfin Tasew. "The order shows Ethiopian Airlines' sustainable growth and preparation for further achievements. By growing our fleet size with ultra-modern airplanes such as the Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, we are further maintaining operational excellence and passengers' comfort."

Ethiopian Airlines operates Africa's largest 787 Dreamliner fleet, flying its 787-8 and 787-9 jets on intercontinental routes from Addis Ababa to high-demand destinations across Europe, Asia and North America as well as key intra-African routes spanning the world's second-largest continent.

"We're proud that Ethiopian Airlines continues to look to the 787 Dreamliner to serve as the backbone of their fleet as they grow and modernize their operations, open new routes and comfortably serve more passengers," said Anbessie Yitbarek, Boeing vice president of Commercial Sales and Marketing for Africa.

The 787 Dreamliner's versatility and reduced fuel use enable Ethiopian Airlines to efficiently transport passengers point-to-point across Africa while accommodating cargo in the belly of the airplane for high-demand trade lanes.

About Ethiopian
Ethiopian Airlines Group (ET) is one of the fastest-growing airline brands globally and the leading Aviation Group in Africa. Ethiopian took the lead in introducing cutting-edge aviation technology and systems in the continent. Currently, Ethiopian reaches over 145 global destinations and owns more than 170 ultra-modern and environmentally friendly aircraft with an average fleet age of seven years.

Ethiopian is a Star Alliance member and winner of SKYTRAX 'Best Airlines in Africa' for eight consecutive years. As a Pan-African airline, Ethiopian established the much-needed intra-Africa and transcontinental air connectivity network, linking Africa to the rest of the world.

About Boeing
A leading global aerospace company and top U.S. exporter, Boeing develops, manufactures and services commercial airplanes, defense products and space systems for customers in more than 150 countries. Our U.S. and global workforce and supplier base drive innovation, economic opportunity, sustainability and community impact. Boeing is committed to fostering a culture based on our core values of safety, quality and integrity.

FRIEDRICHSHAFEN, Germany (April 21, 2026) – Textron Aviation Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE:TXT) company, today announced at AERO Friedrichshafen it has entered into a purchase agreement with LUMINAIR, a private jet operator in Europe, to operate nine Cessna Citation Latitude business jets. Renowned for its exceptional features, versatility, impressive range and operating economics, the best-selling midsize business jet was selected by LUMINAIR to support their increasing demand and enhance their mission flexibility.

“The Citation Latitude is exceptionally well suited to LUMINAIR customers travelling across Europe, offering a spacious and comfortable cabin experience along with the reliability they need to make regional missions feel effortless, day after day,” said Lannie O’Bannion, senior vice president, Sales & Marketing. “The Latitude delivers seamless connections between Europe’s major cities, offering efficient travel options for passengers.”

With a stand-up, flat-floor cabin and ample space for up to nine passengers, the Citation Latitude stands as a preferred choice among customers for a wide range of operations, including corporate travel, personal travel, air ambulance, intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance (ISR), utility transport, aerial survey, flight inspection, training and numerous other specialized missions. The Latitude can fly nonstop between destinations such as Edinburgh to Larnaca, Riga to Tenerife and Helsinki to San Sebastián. Deliveries to LUMINAIR are expected to begin this year.

“The introduction of the Citation Latitude marks an important milestone in our fleet strategy,” said Alexander Stevens, chief operating officer and founder of LUMINAIR. “We are scaling with purpose - expanding our capabilities while maintaining the steadfast commitment to safety and excellence our clients expect.”

Europe is home to more than 850 Cessna Citation business jets that support a wide range of missions, from corporate travel to air ambulance and special missions.